Whisper springs shock in bumper

The Aidan Howard-trained newcomer Not A Whisper sprang a 20/1 shock in the concluding bumper at Navan.

Johnny King gave the daughter of Kodiac a confident ride as she travelled well to move into contention in the straight.

She was driven into the lead inside the final furlong and kept on well in the closing stages to post a two-length winning margin over Bobarlee

"I always thought a lot of her but was afraid she wouldn't stay. The slow pace early played into her hands, and Johnny King gave her a great ride and took his time," said Howard.

"She could go for the mares' Listed race here. I'd say she will handle soft ground, and they have done a great job here with the ground. It is a credit to them."

(Quotes by Alan Magee)