Galway Sat, 1st Aug, 2026  Columbus We held him up in Killarney as he hadn't any experience over hurdles but, with that experience under his belt, we decided to change tactics and to make the running today. I thought he gave an exhibition of jumping for a horse having only his second run over hurdles. I don't know why he disappointed at Royal Ascot but Colin (Keane) said he just didn't stay, and maybe he was right. The Ebor in York is his next run and we'll see how he gets on there, but I'll be looking at mixing a Flat/jumping campaign. We'll see what happens on the Flat and if he looks good enough, we'll pursue that, but I'd also like to have him for the spring festivals at Cheltenham and Aintree.

Navan Sat, 16th May, 2026  Baggot Street the delay was fortunate for us, as the rain which fell during that time helped this filly. She has run very effectively for Charlie (Johnston) all last year, so we had a good line on her. We felt by keeping it simple racing from the front over six furlongs would suit and she has nicked it there. Pierce (Molony, owner) is a good supporter of us and I'd imagine she will head off to the breeding shed. She has a great pedigree and is now a winner, so it is job done on our part.