English National next on list for Toomaline Jack

LESS than a month after going off favourite for the final of the English Derby, Toomaline Jack will be back at Wimbledon contesting the first round of the Williamhill.com English National.

It is a very unusual occurrence but then it must be remembered that Toomaline Jack was a hot favourite for last year’s Vetsearch Irish Grand National at Harold’s Cross but had to be withdrawn before the final due to injury.

His trainer, Dolores Ruth, yesterday ruled out a bid at this year’s Ladbrokes Irish Derby, outlining his campaign as the National at Wimbledon and then the Champion Stakes at Shelbourne. “He could have raced again on Monday night but we will freshen him up now and go for the National without a trial,” said Ruth.