Cross far from a back number

What a terrific servant the venerable Fosters Cross has been to connections.

In less than two weeks he will turn 13 years-of-age, but at Thurles yesterday Fosters Cross showed he is far from a back number when landing the Horse And Jockey Hotel Handicap Hurdle.

In the process he gave 18 year-old David Mullins his first winner as a professional, on only his second ride.