De Bromhead optimistic about unbeaten Mister Pessimistic
Trainer Henry de Bromhead pictured at the launch of the Leopardstown Christmas Festival, which takes place from December 26th - 29th at Leopardstown Racecourse. Pic: ©INPHO/Tom O’Hanlon
Henry de Bromhead has a long-stated rule that he seeks, with moderate exception, to keep his horses away from deep ground, and thus Leopardstown, which he likens to Thurles in its ability to produce good going, fits in nicely when he plans the season for his equine stars.
Former Supreme Novices’ Hurdle winner Slade Steel and Liverpool Hurdle winner Hiddenvalley Lake are likely to turn up at the Christmas meeting, as may Mares’ Novice Hurdle winner Air Of Entitlement, but former Triumph Hurdle winner Quilixios will have to wait for his return, while the likes of The Big Westerner has an option to head to Limerick.
