Hogan seen to good effect in the 'green and gold' The top trio in the betting were the only ones that counted from a long way out in Sligo’s opener, the Sligo Plumb Centre Mares Maiden Hurdle, and they produced a thrilling finish with three in line going to the final flight. It was Glitz And Glamour (9/2) who stayed on best on the run-in to edge out longtime leader Hillhead Runner by a head with the favourite Whispering Hopes another length back in third having held every chance. Claimer Calum Hogan was seen to good effect on J.P. McManus’ homebred whose dam is a half-sister to smart chaser Balthazar King. Winning trainer Eric McNamara said: “It’s great to get a bracket with her. She’s a Walk In The Park with a good pedigree and the McManus family were anxious to get a bracket with her and delighted to be able to win a maiden hurdle with her. “She stays that trip really well. She’s not blessed with speed but is very genuine and Calum gave her a lovely ride.” Additional reporting by Alan Magee
