Testing times for Rich Ricci

The difference colourful American racehorse owner, Rich Ricci, has made to the Willie Mullins yard cannot be underestimated.

His teaming up with the Carlow-based maestro has been a major factor in Mullins developing into the biggest powerhouse in National Hunt racing.

But Ricci’s resolve and enthusiasm for the game hasn’t half been tested over the last few months, as he suffered a series of setbacks.