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John O'Riordan

John O'Riordan

Cougar claims finale on Derby weekend

Sun 26th Jun 2022, 17:39

Cougar wins Curragh under Ryan Moore Cougar wins Curragh under Ryan Moore
© Photo Healy Racing

Ryan Moore and Aidan O'Brien combined to win the final race on Derby weekend, as Cougar made all the running to land the ARIONEO Irish EBF Maiden at the Curragh.

Runner up in the Ulster Derby last time, the Deep Impact colt was reverting to maiden company here and Moore set out his stall early in the race.

Mindful of his previous experience and staying ability, Moore had Cougar in front from the start and kicked clear early in the straight.

Stable representative Chris Armstrong said:- “Aidan is delighted with him. He's had a few good runs this year and ran a lovely race last week at Down Royal in the premier handicap.

“He probably ran to his mark there and Ryan gave him a lovely ride from the front.

“He'll appreciate a step up in trip and they'll probably keep him for a handicap somewhere.” Additional reporting by Gary Carson

1st
10/11Fav
Tote €1.91 €1.20
2nd
7L
40/1
€5.70
3rd
0.5L
8/1
€2.50
4th
hd
10/3
About John O'Riordan
John has worked for the Press Association since 2022. He also writes a weekly column for The Irish Field and is a regular contributor to the Irish Racing Yearbook. He has previously written for the Racing Post, Irish Examiner and Irish Daily Mirror. He has been involved in racing for over three decades; having experience as a syndicate member, sole owner and breeder.