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.

Halford predicts bright future for Massiyn
Tue, 18 Sep, 2012 - 01:00
Keith Hamer

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.

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