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John O'Riordan

John O'Riordan

Sir Bob proves much too strong for rivals

Sun 17th Apr 2022, 16:53

Sir Bob and Philip Enright win the Velvet Cap Handicap Hurdle  Sir Bob and Philip Enright win the Velvet Cap Handicap Hurdle
© Photo Healy Racing

Sir Bob reverted back to hurdles to run out an easy winner of the Velvet Cap Handicap Hurdle at Cork.

The Robert Tyner trained veteran, last seen when finishing second over fences at at Limerick last month, was always travelling strongly at the head of affairs and never looked like surrendering the lead. Martha Divine was the only one to throw down any sort of meaningful challenge but a slight mistake at the second last put paid to her chances.

The JP McManus owned ten-year-old looked stronger the further he went and really looked to be enjoying conditions.

Jockey Philip Enright said; "he is a frustrating horse and it is only his second win ever. He loved the conditions and jumped great and it was one of those days if you handle the conditions, it is worth a lot to you.

"I didn't even look back and didn't hear anything coming so didn't have to panic."

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.