Long-shot Lashes bags Listed prize for Harrington

JESSICA Harrington’s ability as a trainer covers all codes and all distances but, until last night, winning Listed races with newcomers was not something one associated with the Moone, Co Kildare handler.

That all changed when 25-1 shot Long Lashes, referred to by the traner as “my Lush Lashes”, romped to a two and a half length win under Fran Berry in the six furlong Ballygallon Stud Stakes.

Bought for $95,000 at Keeneland by agent Ben McElroy, the winner is owned by a syndicate which includes McElroy, Richie Galway, racing manager at Punchestown and son-in-law of Mrs Harrington, David Cox and Gillian Walsh, wife of Ruby Walsh.