An enterprising, front-running ride by Brian Cawley saw the versatile Rodriguez land the featured Leo Dolan Memorial Handicap Hurdle at Roscommon last night.

On a flying visit home from his duties in Britain, County Armagh-born Brian Hughes provided trainer James Lambe with a 149/1 double in Downpatrick yesterday, thanks to perfectly-judged rides on Daytime Dreamer and Kingsmoss.

Paul Carberry has really taken a liking to Ballinrobe this year and, having completed a superb treble at the Co. Mayo venue four weeks ago, again took the riding honours last night, completing an early double on Usa and Mickelson.