Ferdy fancies another Granit shot in Ireland

Trainer Ferdy Murphy was a happy man yesterday after his 10-year-old Granit d’Estruval sprung a 33-1 surprise in the Irish Grand National at Fairyhouse.

Tue, 13 Apr, 2004 - 08:27

Trainer Ferdy Murphy was a happy man yesterday after his 10-year-old Granit d’Estruval sprung a 33-1 surprise in the Powers Gold Label Irish Grand National at Fairyhouse.

And he hopes to be back next season for a repeat bid.

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