The Willie Mullins-trained Shewearsitwell quickened up in fine style to claim the Beatthebank.ie Irish EBF Mares Hurdle at Leopardstown.

Queen Brook went to post a 8/13 shot in the Grade 3 contest but had to settled for second as Shewearsitwell swooped past early in the straight.

Paul Townend produced the 15/8 shot with a strong run and she soon settled matters, going on to record a four-and-a-half length win in the two-and-a-half mile contest.

It was a sixth career success for the Shirocco mare and a second at Grade 3 level.

“It was very good, she wasn't very brave over her hurdles so I was very happy the last hurdle was taken out twice,” said Mullins.

“I thought going down the back she wasn't going to race much but once Paul got after her she just kicked into gear. She improved and enjoyed herself then.

“Paul said they went a right good gallop and he was at his best just trying to keep her in touch with the race.

“She was losing a half length here and there at her hurdles which wasn't good for her but she eventually got it right and when it came to staying she outstayed the rest of them.”