Murtagh expecting further Glory

Johnny Murtagh believes Fame And Glory has improved again since the Irish Derby as he prepares for the Tattersalls Million Irish Champion Stakes.

The Montjeu colt has only lost once in his six-race career when he finished second to Sea The Stars in the Derby at Epsom.

The two are set to clash again in the 10-furlong heat and Murtagh is confident that Aidan O’Brien’s charge can gain his revenge on John Oxx’s superstar.

“Fame And Glory progressed a lot between the Epsom Derby and the Irish Derby. He was really impressive in the Irish Derby, and he has gone forward again since then,” said Murtagh at the launch of the Leopardstown event.

“He has freshened up very well since the Irish Derby and has lots of pace, and we think he has improved again. We think that he is a very good horse.

“It is one-nil to Sea The Stars in their private duel, he is the champion, but we’re hoping that we can level the score on September 5.”