Salford City in action in Grade 3 Grimes Hurdle at Tipperary on Sunday Gordan Elliott?s smart performer Salford City reverts to hurdling at Tipperary on Sunday when he competes in the Grade 3 Kevin McManus Bookmaker Grimes Hurdle. The 2004 Epsom Derby fifth won his first two starts over fences with considerable ease and turned in a good effort in defeat to Kerryhead Windfarm when upped to 2m4f last time out. "It?s a good opportunity for him," said Elliott. "There aren?t too many opportunities around for him at the moment and this is a good prize so we?re going for it." Elliott also revealed Roman Villa is on track for a trip to the Galway festival. The six-year-old ran encouragingly on the Flat at Bellewstown two weeks ago when staying on well in a 1m5f contest. He added: "Roman Villa has been working really well at home and is definitely on course for the Galway Hurdle." for the Galway Hurdle."
