THERE was a major shock at Thurles yesterday when 2-11 shot Catch Me trailed in fourth of five behind 25-1 outsider of the field, Sunshine Guest, in the Listed Horse and Jockey Hotel Hurdle.

JAZZ MESSENGER toyed with the opposition on the way to a smooth success in the Horse and Jockey Hotel Hurdle at Thurles yesterday, topping up a smashing afternoon for trainer, Noel Meade, highlighted by a breathtaking display from Aran Concerto at Navan.

CHARLIE SWAN, considering having no runners at Christmas after a few of his inmates had performed below expectations of late, changed his mind when What A Native defied top weight in the Molony Cup Handicap Chase at Thurles yesterday.