Coolcashin likely to stay hurdling after shock success

THE Michael Bowe-trained Coolcashin sprang a 25-1 shock in the Grade 3 ladbrokes.com Hurdle at Fairyhouse yesterday.

In doing so he gave 27-year-old pilot, Keith Clarke, his biggest success to date. Clarke comes from Drumree, not far from the course, and this was his 13th winner.

He smashed a leg at Down Royal in June of 2005 and was told he would never ride again. Clarke fought his way back, however, although he has 2 plates and 11 screws in the particular leg.