‘Nervous’ Michael Masterson would appreciate end to 13-year wait for second Cheltenham Festival winner

A native of Achill Island off the west coast of Mayo, Masterson’s interest in racing was spiked after moving across the Irish Sea to set up his construction business in Britain

Sun, 14 Mar, 2021 - 21:02

Ashley Iveson

Prominent owner Michael Masterson is taking nothing for granted as he looks to end a 13-year wait for a second winner at the Cheltenham Festival — despite possessing two of Ireland’s leading contenders in Appreciate It and Kilcruit.

A native of Achill Island off the west coast of Mayo, Masterson’s interest in racing was spiked after moving across the Irish Sea to set up his construction business in Britain.