Halford predicts bright future for Massiyn

Trainer Michael Halford is convinced Massiyn has a bright future after he was just touched off in the Gain Horse Feeds Irish St Leger at the Curragh on Saturday.

The lightly-raced three-year-old, owned by the Aga Khan, went down by a head right on the line to the seasoned campaigner Royal Diamond in a bunch finish to the mile and three-quarter Classic.

“We were thrilled with him. He ran a blinder,” said Halford. “He’s come out of it really well, so we’re very happy with him.