Murtagh closes in on title

JOHNNY MURTAGH notched his 93rd win of the domestic season when Wit And Wisdom justified favouritism in the Irish Stallion Farms 2-Y-0 Maiden at Dundalk last night.

Barring miracles, Murtagh will be crowned champion tomorrow night at the County Louth track, although he’s unlikely to be present due to a suspension picked up two weeks ago.

With just two days of action remaining at Dundalk Murtagh remains six clear of reigning champion Pat Smullen after both riders recorded a single win last night.