Griffin thrilled with Triumph hope Lounaos

EOIN GRIFFIN has been thrilled with Lounaos as preparations for the JCB Triumph Hurdle gather momentum.

Lounaos advertised her claims when fourth last time behind Hardy Eustace in the AIG Champion Hurdle at Leopardstown.

However, the County Kilkenny-based handler admits his filly, a general 4-1 favourite for the two-mile juvenile championship, faces strong opposition in her bid to return to winning ways at Cheltenham.