The quality of the Aberdeen Angus class at Limerick Show was reflected in the elevation of a new champ to end the successful run of Rosemead Karona J957 — within a forthnight of Karona winning his third successive Univet All-Ireland Angus Championship trophy at Mohill Show.

Racehorse to riding horse classes at the big shows are bringing stars of the tracks out of retirement — andproving the durability of Irish thoroughbreds.