Ajou strikes in Fairyhouse claimer

It’s his first time in claiming company and that’s probably his grade. Gavin gave him a great ride and he said going around a bend probably suited him better than running up straights like the Curragh and Cork and just not getting home. He’s a sound, fun horse and I’m delighted for Paul and Conor (Pabiroco Syndicate) who have been with this horse a long time and deserve that win.

Queen quickens smartly to open account

She’s a homebred for Al Shira’aa so it’s important. She did it well and Billy said she loved a little bit of ease in the ground. She quickened up nicely but needs another bit of experience. We’ll try and find a winners-of-one or a fillies handicap. Seven (furlongs) may suit her even better as she was just on her head early on, but she’ll learn more again today.

No Return again scores from the front

There was no pace angle because Hugo’s Girl (non-runner, stiff) is normally in front, and we got a soft lead. He loves a rail beside him. Six is perfect for him and he’s a good little money spinner.

Yaxchilan weaves through to score for O'Leary

Emotional Geerdharry back in the winners enclosure

Tynan family celebrating as Orla off the mark

Fantazy strikes again for Murtagh and Coen