FINGER Onthe Pulse, making a quick reappearance after running at Leopardstown on Sunday, can land the featured Grade 3 Phil Sweeney Memorial Chase at Thurles this afternoon.

WILLIE MULLINS’ Major Vernon duly outclassed his rivals in the first division of the Cashel Maiden Hurdle at Clonmel yesterday, giving the impression there was plenty in the locker.

THE National Hunt season in Ireland has made a smashing start and Clonmel this afternoon keeps the trend going, housing a decent programme.

Paul Carberry again stood himself down after aggravating a painful thumb injury when winning on Rathgar Beau at Thurles.