Ruby Walsh: Short-priced winners simply don't engage the racing public
TEA-RIFIC: Teahupoo was mightily impressive in winning the Galmoy Hurdle but the fact he wasn't a backable price meant his success was met with indifference by many of those in attendance at Gowran Park. Pic: Healy Racing
The crowds flocked into Gowran Park on Thursday afternoon as they always do for the Thyestes Chase card and the usual mix of regulars assembled en masse for Kilkenny's premier race meeting.
The age demographic from young to old was noticeable, and the increasing number of older teenagers, like at Leopardstown over Christmas, must be taken as a positive. Perhaps it's just the day out that attracts them, but, in my book, of all the promotions racecourses have tried, student days have been the biggest winner.
