New tactics pay off for Far Away So Close

ALAIN CAWLEY, having a first ride back since dislocating his shoulder on August 19, powered Far Away So Close to victory in the Visit Tipperary Maiden Hurdle at Tipperary yesterday.

New tactics pay off for Far Away So Close
Wed, 06 Oct, 2010 - 01:00
Pat Keane, Tipperary

Heavily supported in the ring and trained by Paul Nolan for Gigginstown House Stud, a change of tactics worked a treat for the five-year-old.

Cawley allowed him to bowl along in front and Far Away So Close galloped on powerfully to beat Apt Manor by two and a half lengths.

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