Bird can wing in

LOCAL trainer Pat Flynn is very well represented at this evening’s meeting at Tramore and his Dancing Bird looks to have solid claims in the mares’ maiden hurdle.

The seven-year-old was a fine second behind Apt Manor in a bumper at this meeting last year and she showed her most worthwhile form for some time when fifth behind Fearchar in a handicap hurdle at Mallow less than a fortnight ago. The blinkers that were applied for the first time on that occasion will be worn again and, with her ability to handle fast ground, she can be expected to go very close.

Coolharbour Breeze was an easy winner over fences here back in June and, if producing that sort of form back over hurdles, should reach the frame.