Walsh Back In Action Ruby Walsh is set to warm up for his big St Stephen's Day date with two rides at Thurles tomorrow.The Irish jockey has been absent since dislocating his shoulder when falling from the ill-fated Willyanwoody at Cheltenham five weeks ago.Walsh is set to resume his all-conquering partnership with Kauto Star in Kempton's Stan James King George VI Chase but will test the water first with two rides in Ireland.He will ride Paramount for his father, Ted, in the Horse And Jockey Hotel Hurdle before getting the leg up on Cousin Peter in the INH Stallion Owners EBF Fund Maiden Hurdle.'He has two rides at Thurles on Sunday,' said Jennifer Walsh, the rider's agent and sister.'He rides Paramount for Dad and Cousin Peter for Willie Mullins ? that's it.'Obviously he is really looking forward to coming back. He has lots of good horses to look forward to over Christmas and it should be great.'Mullins, for whom Walsh rides as stable jockey in Ireland, is keen to have his main man back in the saddle over the busy Christmas period.'It's good to have him back so hopefully all will go well,' said Mullins.'It's been quite frustrating for him sitting on the sidelines watching a lot of good horses winning.'(C) PA Sport
