Cooper gets the best out of enigmatic Giantofaman

The talented Bryan Copper gave the hitherto enigmatic Giantofaman a superb drive to land the Munster Maiden Hurdle at Thurles yesterday.

Dessie Hughes’ charge had previously looked one to avoid like the plague, but blinkers, a change of tactics and sheer skill from the saddle didn’t half work the oracle.

Cooper had his charge bowling along in front from the start, he had previously been very much a hold up horse, and it was soon crystal clear who the boss was.