3 for Halford at Dundalk at 120/1 It was another good night for Michael Halford and his many followers on the polytrack at Dundalk. Earlier successful with the Conor Hoban-ridden pair, Russian Soul, and Roman Impero, the Copper Beech Stables operator topped off the night as Temasek Star short-headed My Manekineko in the finale. Seven pound claimer Conor McGovern rode Temasek Star, as he did when the son of Soviet Star scored by a neck here over the course and distance a fortnight back. On this occasion in the Irishinjuredjockeys.com Handicap, the 9/2 victor was never far away. He toughed it out well from over a furlong out to hold My Manekineko. "He's tough as nails. He's a fierce genuine horse and appreciates that mile-and-a-half now," said Halford. "He got into a lovely position and travelled into the straight well. He's all heart and didn't want to get beat. "Conor is riding great and is great value for his 7lb. "It's a great finish to a great night." (GC & EM)
