LEADING AMATEUR TO MISS REST OF SEASON

Brighterdaysahead is “crying out for the step up in trip” ahead of what could be her final outing over timber in the the William Hill Aintree Hurdle next month.

One of Ireland’s most straight-talking trainers, Ger Lyons is certainly one to keep on your side as the Flat season gets underway. The Meath-based handler has some big guns to fire this season and we have picked out five of his runners to put into your notebook for the coming season ahead.

Aidan O’Brien has explained the thinking behind giving 2000 Guineas favourite Albert Einstein an entry in the 1xBet.ie Supports Irish Racing Gladness Stakes having previously stated he would be going straight to Newmarket.