Tipperary option for Simenon

Globe-trotting stayer Simenon could make a surprise first appearance over hurdles for a year and a half at Tipperary on Saturday.

Tipperary option for Simenon
Wed, 09 Jul, 2014 - 01:00
Tom Peacock

Trainer Willie Mullins decided last season to return the gelding to the Flat after he flopped in a couple of outings in the winter of 2012.

It proved an inspired move, as Simenon went on to finish second to Estimate in the Gold Cup and ran all over the world, including taking fourth place in the Melbourne Cup.

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