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Alan Magee

Alan Magee

Dreaper reigns Supreme with Kayf

Thu 11th Feb 2016, 14:17

Kayf Supreme and Davy RussellKayf Supreme and Davy Russell
© Photo Healy Racing

Kayf Supreme continued a dream recent run for Jim Dreaper when taking the Ballycahill Beginners Chase at Thurles.

The 2/11 favourite was Dreaper’s fourth winner from as many runners in the past eight days, and those who traded at such cramped odds had few worries.

The Alan Potts-owned gelding was sent on before halfway in this three-mile event, and his task was further eased when both Grand Isola and Carrigeen Lobelia exited at the final fence with just over a circuit remaining.

Davy Russell ’s mount was in command over the final half-mile, readily beating Kansas City Chief by 17 lengths with Curraghmore Girl a further 16 lengths back in third.

Dreaper said, "He had been consistent but had wind issues last year and had a number of operations. We brought him back for another one last summer but in fairness to the surgeon he said there was nothing more to take away surgically, so we just tie his tongue down now and hope for the best.

"We skipped taking on Rule The World (in the Ten Up Chase) at the weekend and it's lovely to win with him. I'd like to aim for something similar next otherwise it'll be a handicap."

(TW & AM)

About Alan Magee
Alan has worked in the racing industry for well over 30 years including with the Sporting Life, Turform and Irish Racing Services. He took up his current role as Irish Racing Team Leader with the Press Association in 2013. He has a keen interest in most sports and plays golf.