Thurles Result

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That was a very good performance having made a novicey mistake at the last, it was the fastest he had ever raced down to a hurdle,” . Ruby was impressed with him and he is a real big striding horse. This track wouldn't really suit him but this was a good opportunity and we now have options with him. He's in at Cheltenham but we could bypass it and go to either Fairyhouse or Aintree and he'll also be better on better ground. It's fabulous to win the race again and we're keeping it in the family! It's lovely and emotional too. Ms Sandra Hughes, trainer

R.M. Power, rider of Our Duke trained by Mrs John Harrington, reported to the Clerk of Scales that his mount never travelled. The Turf Club Veterinary Officer examined Our Duke, trained by Mrs John Harrington, at the request of the Stewards and reported the animal to be post race normal(samples taken for analysis).

A novice hurdle race for five yrs old and upwards
Weights - 5-y-o 11st 1lb; 6-y-o and up 11st 3lb; Mares allowed 7lb
Penalties - Winner of three hurdle races or a Grade 3 hurdle race 3lb extra; Of two Grade 3 hurdle races or a Grade 2 hurdle race 5lb extra; Of a Grade 1 hurdle race 7lb extra;