Stars of the tracks come out of retirement

Racehorse to riding horse classes at the big shows are bringing stars of the tracks out of retirement — andproving the durability of Irish thoroughbreds.
Thu, 29 Aug, 2013 - 01:00
Stephen Cadogan

At Limerick last weekend, it was the opportunity for Where Now to outdo 2006 Aintreee Grand National winner Numbersixvalverde.

They were first and second ahead of three times Cheltenham winner Hordago.

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