Murtagh off to a flyer

Johnny Murtagh anticipates a fruitful partnership with Aidan O’Brien after making a barnstorming start as Ballydoyle’s new number one at the Curragh.

Murtagh off to a flyer
Mon, 31 Mar, 2008 - 10:06
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Johnny Murtagh anticipates a fruitful partnership with Aidan O’Brien after making a barnstorming start as Ballydoyle’s new number one at the Curragh.

The popular jockey was recently recruited as Coolmore’s retained rider and partnered two O’Brien-trained horses to victory in an inspired 116-1 treble.

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