Iver Bridge lad wins the Group 3 comfortably by 2.5l. On a wet November day in Paris, the ground became very soft, making the 6 furlongs an exciting challenge. Drawn 15 of 16, Iver took a middle position within the farside split of horses, and kept on strongly to draw clear and win confidently. Patiently ridden by Michael O’Connell at the 1 furlong mark, he coaxed Iver Bridge lad to the front and drew clear.
Focail Eile ridden by Freddie Tylicki wins the Mile series final handicap by 3.25l. Taking the outside route Focail Elie was always in touch, and reaching the final furlong he went into the lead to stay on really well in the final 110 yards. A fantastic result for the John Ryan Racing team.
If What And Maybe ridden by Kieran O’ Neill finished 2nd. Setting the pace and leading Kieran stretched the field and at 3 furlongs out asked If What And Maybe to go on again to clear the rest of the field by 8 lengths only to get headed near the line by the winner to be just beaten 1/2l.
Focail Eile ridden by Kieren Fallon finished strongly to win the 9.20pm Hot House Flowers handicap! Focial Eile and his brother Focial Maith returned to the John Ryan Racing team a few weeks ago.
Iver Bridge Lad ran a determined race to only finish a neck behind Genki. Ridden by Jimmy Quinn this partnership keep showing they’re consistent contenders at this level.
