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Condon on comeback trail

Davy Condon is nearing a return to competitive action after riding out on Wednesday morning for the first time since suffering a heavy fall at Cork in August.

3.30PM

Clonmel preview

Much interest at Clonmel on Thursday surrounds the Jim Dreaper-trained Venitien De Mai as he makes his debut under Rules in the Next Meeting Thursday February 5th (Q.R.) (C & G) Maiden Hurdle.

7.40PM

Twinlight heads Hilly Way entries

Last year's winner Twinlight is the highest-rated contender among 12 entries for the Kerry Group Hilly Way Chase at Cork on Sunday.

2.48PM

Balbriggan has Becher option

Gordon Elliott's Balbriggan is among the 28 horses left in at the confirmation stage for Saturday's Betfred Becher Handicap Chase at Aintree.

7.12PM

Gigginstown dominate bumper for 3 on day

After his 1-3-4 in the Drinmore, Michael O'Leary (also won the Hatton's Grace with Lieutenant Colonel) of Gigginstown House Stud suggested he wouldn't be sticking around for the Follow @MeathGAA Fundraiser (Pro/Am) INH Flat Race. That was despite his Gordon Elliott-trained Delegate being well-touted, but these races are just a means to an end for the powerful owner. They won it though, but with another horse, 25/1 first-timer Identify Thief.

4.28PM