Russell rules on Kings Orchard

KINGS ORCHARD, trained by Philip Fenton and dashingly ridden by Davy Russell, landed the featured Carroll Cuisine Handicap Chase at Kilbeggan last night.

The nine-year-old, formerly trained by Noel Meade, was recording his second success of the season at the Co Westmeath venue, being driven clear by Russell after the second last fence to beat Lary Boy convincingly, with favourite Karlo coming from an impossible position at the back of the field to take third spot.

A versatile performer, suited by fast ground, Kings Orchard will campaign on the festival circuit over the coming months.