Well-backed Hi Hi Idaho off the mark Just like the opening mares' maiden, Killarney's Park2Travel Maiden Hurdle over two miles, four furlongs produced a cracking finish as the well-backed Hi Ho Idaho stayed on well to deny the sustained challenge of Splendid Fellow. In a lively betting market, the winner went off the 7/4 favourite having been supported from 4/1 early this morning. The front pair were in the front rank throughout with the winner, who gained a narrow advantage two out, holding on well under Danny Gilligan. Owned by the Wise Venture Syndicate, the five-year-old had been third, and then second, on his first two starts over flights. Winning trainer Cian Collins said "He is a lovely horse who is improving with every run and after Clonmel, we said we'd aim for here as his owners from Kerry and Cork. Brian Quill, from Listowel, heads the partnership and they are great new owners who have bought a couple of horses. "Benny Walsh recommended him after his point-to-points, said he'd win plenty of races, so I went off his word and thankfully it has worked out. "I think he'll keep improving, we'll aim for Listowel and he'll make a nice chaser next year." Quotes from Tom Weekes
