Vinny back in business

Cousin Vinny made a winning return from almost two years on the sidelines in the Festival Free Upgrade Offer Ends Today Hurdle at Punchestown.

Wed, 22 Feb, 2012 - 17:18

Cousin Vinny made a winning return from almost two years on the sidelines in the Festival Free Upgrade Offer Ends Today Hurdle at Punchestown.

The Willie Mullins-trained 2008 Champion Bumper had not been seen in competitive action since finishing behind stablemate Quevega at the 2010 Punchestown Festival, but was still sent off the 8-11 favourite.

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