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John O'Riordan

John O'Riordan

Cnodian another for in-form Crosse

Sat 11th Jun 2022, 14:52

Cnodian another winner for Nathan CrosseCnodian another winner for Nathan Crosse
© Photo Healy Racing

Nathan Crosse continued a fine season when getting Cnodian home in front in the Limerick Racecourse Handicap at Limerick.

The young apprentice always had the Willie McCreery trained filly in a good position just off the leaders and made his move at the furlong pole.

Having got the better of both Grigadale and Inventor he then had to hold off a host of closers in the dying strides. He found a willing partner in Cnodian who was winning for the second time.

Of the winner, trainer Willie McCreery said; "she is tough as nails and Nathan gave her a lovely ride and did exactly what we said. He jumped and went forward, sat in the pocket and she quickened up and did it well.

"If you could get more horses like her you'd be laughing as she is all heart. She is not overly big but tries hard and that's all you can ask of any horse. Noeleen and Rory (O'Toole) bred her so I'm delighted for them and they have been patient with her."

Additional reporting by Thomas Weekes.

1st
15/2
Tote €8.60 €2.70
2nd
0.5L
13/2
€3.10
3rd
hd
13/2
€2.50
4th
0.5L
15/2
bf
hd
9/2Fav
About John O'Riordan
John has worked for the Press Association since 2022. He also writes a weekly column for The Irish Field and is a regular contributor to the Irish Racing Yearbook. He has previously written for the Racing Post, Irish Examiner and Irish Daily Mirror. He has been involved in racing for over three decades; having experience as a syndicate member, sole owner and breeder.