Conker claims another Thurles prize

The Conker Club was back to winning way at Thurles this afternoon when claiming the Jimmy Neville Memorial Handicap Chase.

Bill Harney's mare had won over course and distance at the track back in December and repeated the trick today.

Eamonn Corbett settled his mount mid-division before making progress to lead going out on the final circuit.

The 16/1 shot kept on well in the closing stages, as Stonehall Jack gave chase, to record a two-length victory.

"I'm delighted to win this race as Jimmy Neville was a good friend and it is special to win his race. She is likely to be covered now,” said Harney.

(Quotes by Thomas Weekes)