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John O'Riordan

John O'Riordan

Wee Charlie doubles up to complete O'Leary brace

Tue 8th Oct 2024, 15:30

Wee Charlie and Jack Kennedy Wee Charlie and Jack Kennedy
© Photo Healy Racing

A winner on his stable debut at the same track last month, Wee Charlie made it two-from-two for trainer Gerard O'Leary when easily landing the Ryans Cleaning Handicap Hurdle at Galway.

Having also won the opening contest on the card, Curragh based O'Leary was registering a double on the afternoon.

Jack Kennedy kept it simple on the 8/11f, tracking leader Fighting Fit for much of the race.

Moving closer to dispute at the penultimate flight, he went on approaching the last, soon stretching clear for an impressive seven length success.

Assistant Dean Curran said: “That was very good, he had won here the last day and Ger had him in top form coming here. It's a great result.

“The horses are flying, they are all in good form. Credit goes to Ger, he's kept them rock solid all year, and the lads in the yard.

“It's a great place to be and very exciting for next year.”

Additional reporting by Gary Carson.

About John O'Riordan
John has worked for the Press Association since 2022. He also writes a weekly column for The Irish Field and is a regular contributor to the Irish Racing Yearbook. He has previously written for the Racing Post, Irish Examiner and Irish Daily Mirror. He has been involved in racing for over three decades; having experience as a syndicate member, sole owner and breeder.