Today's Tips: Bank on Berry Des Aulmes to get off the mark atThurles

Berry Des Aulmes can land the nap in the two-mile maiden hurdle on this afternoon card at Thurles, which consists of six hurdles and a bumper.

From the all-conquering stable of Willie Mullins, he carried the second colours of owners Gigginstown House Stud when making his first start since coming from France, and duly finished runner-up to Ball D’Arc, who carried the first colours. Although he couldn’t quite get on terms with the winner, he stayed on strongly under pressure to be beaten little more than a length, with the third-placed runner, Conna Cross, more than 13 lengths further back.

The selection left the impression he would be better for the outing, and that should be in evidence this afternoon. While he’s likely to appreciate a step up in trip in time, if positively ridden this time he’ll be hard to beat.