Shady Operator and O'Connor a match made in heaven cross country

He did it well. He’s an experienced handicapper but it was his first time over the course. He’d taken well to the banks at home and Derek said he was very professional,.

Double for McManus in opening races at Punchestown

It was a nice race for him. He’s so laidback - he just does whatever you want him to do,.

Pont Aval back to form to land maiden hurdle

We were lucky to be left in front at the second last but she galloped the whole way to the line,.

Mullins and Townend double up with Jungle Boogie

He’s a brave horse and he was just a bit keen with Paul. He likes to get on about his job, likes to get on with jumping. I think he was too keen to jump well,.

Boost for Toole and McLoughlin team as Thunderosa wins

He’d a good run the last day and obviously the step up in trip was a big help. Paddy said he just grinded it out. He stays well,.

"Big baby" Farmix takes another step on the ladder

He’d two very bad mistakes the last day and Donagh (Meyler) looked after him beautifully and let him just come home up the straight,.

Weight loss well worth it for Codd as he gets "lairy" Dog home in feature

His runs in all his beginners (chases) were good after coming back from a year off. I’m delighted for the Kellys (owners) as they are huge racing supporters and it’s great for them to win a good pot,.

Gigolo’ Dai Dai brings good homework to the track