Ryan's Love Like This a maiden no more Longstanding maiden Love Like This got off the mark at the 45th attempt when landing Division ll of the Follow Kilbeggan On Instagram Handicap Hurdle. Placed on 12 of those starts, the John Patrick Ryan trained mare has often run well while finding at least one or two too strong at the finish. Dropped in under Brian Barry, the 10/3f was gradually snuck into the race, before coming through to track the leaders after two out. Pushed along to head Youknowme entering the home straight, Love Like This stayed on well to hold the closing Katie's Casper by one-and-a-half lengths. “It’s not before time, she had been second seven times,” said Ryan. “She’s a real genuine mare and a lot of kids had their first ride on her as she’s really easy to ride. “Tommy James and myself have her and in fairness we’ve been giving opportunities to young riders, and I’d say that’s contributed to her taking so long to win. “I’m pleased for Brian Barry, he’s a good kid. “She really deserved it. She has lots of ability and she could win a few now, please-God.” Quotes by Gary Carson.
