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Cromwell hopeful Inothewayurthinkin can run well on return

Gold Cup winner Inothewayurthinkin and Mark Walsh Gold Cup winner Inothewayurthinkin and Mark Walsh
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Gavin Cromwell is hopeful that Gold Cup winner Inothewayurthinkin can run a big race on his seasonal reappearance in the Grade 1 John Durkan Memorial Punchestown Chase on Sunday.

Although racing over a trip short of his optimum, the gelding has been pleasing his trainer ahead of his intended comeback.

Speaking to Dave Keena, Cromwell said: "We had a lot of rain, so that's welcome. It's going to be beautiful ground for starting off. It's just that he's a big horse and we certainly wouldn't be starting on good ground. He'll be fine on any ground once it's not on the quick side.

In terms of changing and maturing for a summer break, Cromwell added: "He's a lot more switched on this year. Hopefully he's open to improvement. That remains to be seen but we are happy with what we see at the moment.

Regarding the 2m4f trip of Sunday's race, the trainer said: "It's on the sharp side for him but it is a nice trip for him for his first run and hopefully he can run well."

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.