Another Story and Ronan Whelan© Photo Healy Racing
Trainer/breeder, Sheila Lavery, and jockey Ronan Whelan maintained their good run of form when the Rip Van Winkle first-timer Another Story (10/1) landed the opening Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Maiden (Plus 10 Race) at Dundalk.
The Spyglass Syndicate-owned juvenile filly had to be switched about to secure a clear passage inside the final quarter mile of this six furlong affair, and she showed a commendable attitude to go and get the job done.
In the end Another Story crossed the line with a head to spare over the pace-setting Tarazani
"She's home bred and we've always really liked her," explained Lavery.
"Maria, who used to work for Joanna Morgan, rode her early on and said she was our Guineas filly. She's not entered in anything though.
"She was growing so we backed off her and gave her time.
"That shows how good she is as she missed the break and was a bit keen. Ronan thought he'd educate her and see if the gaps came. When the gaps did come they came across her.
"I think six furlongs is a bit sharp for her also. I'd say seven is her ideal trip.
"She's finished now. I just wanted to give her run and she'll go on her holidays.
"We think she's smart. I'll have to have a look at the calendar. She's very green and needs a lot of education."
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