Marinero makes class count on hurdles return

Marinero was the class-act on yesterday’s card at Tipperary, which attracted a huge crowd. 

Having his first start for Henry De Bromhead, having been placed in a Grade 2 Hurdle for Tony Martin, the Gigginstown House Stud-owned seven-year-old reverted to hurdles and made his quality count with a slick victory.

Patiently ridden, he travelled nicely to the final bend, where he momentarily came under pressure. Back on the bridle in the straight, he eased past long-time leader Moylisha Tim for a victory worth more than the length-and-a-half margin would suggest.