In horse racing news, buoyed by the wide margin success of his Moon Over Germany yesterday local trainer Henry De Bromhead heads into day two of the Aintree Racing Festival with three further entries boasting each way claims.
Chris's Dream runs in the Grade 1 Mildmay Novices Chase at 2.50 while the experienced Sub Lieutenant is amongst the 30 entries for the Topham Chase run over the Grand National Course at five minutes past four.
Walk Away is Henry's runner in the Grade 1 Sefton Novices Hurdle at 4.40.
In the concluding bumper Co Waterford born trainer John Halley runs his recent Limerick winner Blackhillsofdakota while well known Kilgobnet owner/breeder Michael Ryan is represented by the Ted Walsh trained Dewcup.
Absolutely delighted to present @rachaelblackmor with yet another @CloseBrothers Trophy. It's becoming a good habit Rachael! #AD #CloseBrothersRedRumHandicapChase #Aintree pic.twitter.com/9u7YldKhWh
— AP McCoy (@AP_McCoy) April 4, 2019
