Classic ace Heffernan seeking jumps glory in Pierse

LEADING Flat jockey Seamie Heffernan is looking forward to teaming up with Fen Game for Edward O’Grady in the Pierse Hurdle at Leopardstown on Sunday.

Heffernan, who had three Irish Classic victories in 2008 for Aidan O’Brien, rode two winners over hurdles at Limerick’s Christmas Festival.

His prowess over the smaller obstacles did not go unnoticed with several trainers vying for his services, but it was O’Grady who snapped up Heffernan.