Walsh confirmed as Inca pilot

Colm Murphy has confirmed Ruby Walsh will take the reins on Brave Inca when he attempts to defend his crown in the Smurfit Kappa Champion Hurdle.

Walsh confirmed as Inca pilot
Tue, 06 Mar, 2007 - 12:12

Colm Murphy has confirmed Ruby Walsh will take the reins on Brave Inca when he attempts to defend his crown in the Smurfit Kappa Champion Hurdle.

Walsh had been set to partner Desert Quest for Paul Nicholls in the two-mile showpiece but the Ditcheat maestro has instead opted to aim for back-to-back Vincent O’Brien County Hurdles with his charge.

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