JP McManus claimed another significant landmark in an esteemed racing career when Thomas Edison gave the powerful owner a first victory in the Guinness Galway Hurdle.

The Guinness Galway Hurdle at Ballybrit this afternoon is a total puzzle and only a supreme optimist would be in any way confident of finding the winner.

Murchu struck for Shark Hanlon in the Perfect Pint Beginners Chase on day four of the Galway Festival this afternoon.

Princeton Plains is a hopeful choice in a savagely competitive looking Guinness Galway Hurdle at Ballybrit this afternoon.