Justified back on track after Durkan injury

Dusty Sheehy today reported Justified in fine form after recovering from a back injury sustained in the John Durkan Chase last month.

The gelding proved a major disappointment in the Grade 1 event at Punchestown when weakening quickly from four out and pulling up.

'He had a problem with a joint in his back after the Durkan ? just under the saddle,' revealed Sheehy.

'He has had treatment twice and seems fine now. He's schooling well at home and we are very happy with him.

'I'm going to bring him to school at the Curragh tomorrow just to be 100 per cent sure. If everything goes well he could go for the Normans Grove Chase at Fairyhouse (Jan 21st) while the Kinloch Brae at Thurles (Jan 18th) is also an option.'