Trip should be ideal for Irish Invader

THURLES passed an inspection yesterday morning, but the two scheduled chases have been abandoned and so one of the maiden hurdles has been divided to make a six-race programme.

It could be a lucrative afternoon for the Walsh family, Ruby, Ted and Katie. Ruby has prospects of a double with Irish Invader and Glencove Marina, while Ted and Katie can combine to score with Rebel Chief.

Irish Invader, mildly frustrating, gets the nap to land the Thurles racecourse Maiden Hurdle. When finishing third behind Amstecos at Fairyhouse, the selection appeared to find two miles on the short side.