A Great View and Jody McGarvey jump the last © Photo Healy Racing
The Denis Cullen trained, J.P. McManus owned A Great View 'overcame' a worrisome slide in the market before readily winning the Martinstown Opportunity Maiden Hurdle at Limerick today at odds of 11/1.
The son of Kayf Tara had finished an eye-catching third on his only previous start at Ballinrobe 167 days ago and was generally a 7/2 chance this morning but drifted all day. H returning an 11/1 shot and 16.5 on Betfair.
In the race, A Great View, under Jody McGarvey, was oblivious to such matters and coasted into contention rounding the home turn before staying on strongly for an easy and impressive seven and a half lengths win.
Winning trainer Cullen later commented "I'm delighted with that as it was his first run back following a break and I had to give him time after his run (in June) as he threw a splint.
"It was grand place to start him off and he handled the ground well. He had plenty horse under him two out and he's a beautiful horse who will jump fences in time.
"He's not too bad and hopefully will go on to better things but we'll look for a little novice next maybe at Christmas."
"I've had one winner for J.P. McManus in the past and he had previously been a great supporter of Michael's (O'Brien, late father-in-law)."
By Tom Weekes
