Waaheb poised for successful return

Off the track since April of last year, Waaheb will be expected to make a successful start over hurdles in the Premier Jump Weekend Hurdle in Fairyhouse today.

Dermot Weld earned well deserved plaudits after Rite Of Passage’s tremendous comeback triumph in Ascot on Saturday. And Waaheb, returning after an 18-month break, will be the focus of attention today as he faces six rivals on his hurdling debut.

A son of Elusive Quality, Waaheb landed three bumpers as a four-year-old, at Leopardstown (twice) and Limerick, in the colours of the trainer’s son Kris.