Vernon poised to be a major hit over hurdles

WILLIE MULLINS’ Major Vernon duly outclassed his rivals in the first division of the Cashel Maiden Hurdle at Clonmel yesterday, giving the impression there was plenty in the locker.

Vernon poised to be a major hit over hurdles

He jumped and travelled smoothly throughout for Ruby Walsh, easing into the lead coming away from the third last.

Rearing To Go threw down a strong challenge in the straight, but Major Vernon powered clear from the final flight for a comfortable victory.

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