Teahupoo takes thrilling Limerick Hurdle; Treble for Robert Tyner

Teahupoo and Jordan Gainford (left) chase down Quilixios and Darragh O’Keeffe (red) to win the Grade 2 Boylesports Sporting Limerick Hurdle. Photo: Healy Racing

Enjoying a tremendous Christmas, Gordon Elliott captured the Grade 2 BoyleSports Sporting Limerick Hurdle when Teahupoo produced a gutsy display to confirm last month’s Naas form with Quilixios, but having to work hard to land the spoils.

Jordan Gainford dictated the pace on 8/15 favourite Teahupoo before Darragh O’Keeffe made his move on Quilixios turning for home. Soon in front, Quilixios was three lengths clear when winging the final flight, but landed a little steeply, affording his rival a chance. And Teahupoo rallied gamely, staying on in great style to wrestle back the initiative close home and score by a half-length.