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John O'Riordan

John O'Riordan

Whatsavailable makes all to gain deserved Fairyhouse success

Sat 16th Apr 2022, 14:13

Whatsavailable made all at FairyhouseWhatsavailable made all at Fairyhouse
© Photo Healy Racing

Whatsavailable made all the running and repelled every challenge to run out a game winner of the Mongey Communications Maiden Hurdle at Fairyhouse.

Darragh O'Keefe had the Mouse Morris trained five-year-old in front from the drop of the flag and the duo dug deep to cling on to victory.

One of the most experienced horses in the field with seven runs under his belt, he jumped well and had his rivals in trouble early in the straight. Harald Hardrad looked a danger as he stalked the leader but the Noel Meade trained runner came to grief at the second last when still in with every chance. Smooth Scotch was the last horse to throw down a challenge but his valiant effort just failed as the line came in time for the Morris trained gelding.

"He's never run a bad race, in fairness, and he'll make some chaser. He gave the last there about a foot; said Morris.

"He had a bit of experience and you can't beat that. I'd say he'll go chasing now next season."

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.