Prendergast pleased with Dunboyne’s Derby effort

KEVIN Prendergast declared himself satisfied after Dunboyne Express ran a creditable fifth in the Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby at the Curragh on Sunday.

Prendergast pleased with Dunboyne’s Derby effort
Tue, 28 Jun, 2011 - 01:00
Ashley Iveson

The Shamardal colt was stepping up half a mile in distance having occupied the same position in the Irish 2,000 Guineas, but appeared to see it out well enough to pass the post five lengths behind the winner Treasure Beach.

“I thought he ran a good race and I’m happy enough he got the trip OK,” said Prendergast.

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