Thurles on a Thursday conjures up images of national hunt racing in the depths of winter, but the ground is expected to ride on the fast side this afternoon and that should suit Miss Dinamic, who can take the opener for the in-form stable of Gordon Elliott.

On a particularly sad day at Thurles racecourse yesterday, following the death of owner and manager Pierce Molony, the two miles and six plus maiden hurdle was won in impressive fashion by Ryansbrook.

Don Poli gets the nap in the INH Stallion Owners’ EBF Maiden Hurdle, on a disappointing card at Thurles this afternoon.

GER STACK’S ex-pointer Light On The Broom got punters away to the ideal start when easily landing the Templemore Maiden Hurdle at Thurles yesterday.