Elliott plots Roman conquest

Gordon Elliott believes there is a big handicap to be won with Roman Villa this season as he prepares him for the Pierse Hurdle at Leopardstown on January 13.

Wed, 02 Jan, 2008 - 11:27

Gordon Elliott believes there is a big handicap to be won with Roman Villa this season as he prepares him for the Pierse Hurdle at Leopardstown on January 13.

The six-year-old chased home subsequent Ladbroke hurdle winner Jack The Giant at Cheltenham last month and is reportedly in fine fettle ahead of the valuable contest.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Unlimited access starts here.

Try from only €0.25 a day.

Cancel anytime

More in this section

Dante Festival 2026 - Day Two - York Racecourse Item firmly on the agenda for Derby challenge
Scandinavia can underline Ascot credentials at Leopardstown Scandinavia can underline Ascot credentials at Leopardstown
Switch From Diesel makes belated breakthrough at Punchestown Switch From Diesel makes belated breakthrough at Punchestown
CourtsRacingHeathrowPlace: LeopardstownPlace: CheltenhamPlace: PiersePlace: Roman VillaPerson: ElliottPerson: Gordon ElliottPerson: Pierse HurdlePerson: Jack The GiantPerson: Jason MaguirePerson: Paddy Power
<p>Chanceawetmorning and Josh Williamson (green) win the the Clonmel Supporters Handicap Hurdle. Pic: Healy Racing</p>

Williamson registers maiden professional double in Clonmel

READ NOW

Sport

Newsletter

Sign up to our daily sports bulletin, delivered straight to your inbox at 5pm. Subscribers also receive an exclusive email from our sports desk editors every Friday evening looking forward to the weekend's sporting action.

Latest

Sport

Newsletter

Sign up to our daily sports bulletin, delivered straight to your inbox at 5pm. Subscribers also receive an exclusive email from our sports desk editors every Friday evening looking forward to the weekend's sporting action.

Ruby Walsh
Ruby Walsh

The voice of racing

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited