Indian delivers for Mullins family

Indian Rupee was backed as if defeat were out of the question, into 6/4 favouritism, for the Martinstown Opportunity Handicap Hurdle at Punchestown. The 'jolly' delivered to credit David Mullins, in the colours of his mother Helen, with a second win in the paid ranks.

Like Mullins' first winner since going 'pro,' Fosters Cross at Thurles before Christmas, Indian Rupee was for his father Tom as well.

The front-runner built on his course and distance third placing 46 days ago, beating the 'second in,' Moonunderwater (9/2), by a convincing three lengths.

Mullins senior said: "He nearly got away on him going to the start. He got half an easy lead and that played into his favour.

"David had time to give him a breather and get him home.

"He's well schooled over fences and if he settled he'd be good. Hopefully he'll settle in time. We'll take our time and won't rush him back." (AM & EM)