Tag Man survives scare at the last to land the odds

Cullinan & Fahey enjoy big win with Man O Work

After his fall in Leopardstown (at the Dublin Racing Festival in February) his confidence level has come right back through the roof. Things didn’t go to plan today, they often don’t in these big fields, and we had to not panic and go to plan B but it’s worked out well. Plan A was to be handier. I gave him a squeeze and he winged the second last and the last. He’s an amazing little horse. He’s still a bit novicey and is still only a five-year-old. This winter went horribly for him, the ground went against him and things didn't work out. We pulled the plug, he had a lovely run when finishing second in a flat race in Tramore and this race was the plan. He likes Listowel and finished second in the Lartigue Hurdle last year but last Monday I was down here and we were debating whether to run, with all the rain that fell. We walked the track this morning and with fresh ground, decided to take our chance. He missed the break and we were hoping to be closer to the pace, but plan B came into operation and Cian didn't panic. Trainers make plans but jockeys have to be allowed use plan B and they are the ones who win races. He was brilliant, is based with Jessica Harrington and rides out for me in the afternoon. I think, eventually, we will have a crack at a nice Flat race somewhere along the line with Man O Work.

Cajun collects to give patient owner compensation

this horse is named after John Cajun, who is a friend of owner Shay Gillen and while they didn't make it down, I'm delighted for them as they were unlucky with Moonovercloon. He won a hurdle for me at Down Royal in 2020 and while we knew there was another day in him, he has had plenty of problems. Shay gave him every chance, gave him time off and sent him back to me. Many would have given up but Shay kept the faith and it paid off.

Nightmare for punters as 40/1 shot gains fortunate win

Her previous owner in Wexford sent her up to me to see if I had anyone to buy her and I ended up buying her myself for 1,200 pounds. The syndicate (Meadows Racing Club) had a horse with me which got hurt so I gave them this filly. I told the lads she wouldn't be out of the first four as her runs were good enough the whole way and we knew she wanted a trip. The syndicate are all Tipperary lads and the first thing they did today was hand me a cheque for training fees. I'm delighted for them as they're with me a good while and are a very straight crowd.

Kelly makes long trip worthwhile with progressive Court Cave

Myself, my daughter Mia and a friend Tiernan McCusker left home at 5am and it took seven hours to travel down. I had fed the horse at 4am and while it was a long journey, it was worthwhile! We stopped for tea and half-hour breaks. We were a bit unsure whether he'd handle the ground or not but he obviously did. He travelled well the whole way and jumps for fun. He keeps improving and we train him from the field as he gave us a lot of problems in the stable. He has turned inside out. He is entered for Clonmel on Thursday and we might put wee Oran McGill back up on him as he was away on holidays in Spain this week.

Fighting Fit repeats Galway win over Barnacullia

Things didn't go right for him last year but he is a lovely horse and this year has bounced back. You'd have to be happy with that. He seems to have plenty pace, travelled better than he did at Galway and will stay at this distance. Winter ground won't bother him and there are a few options for him soon.

Sublime success for jockey Jones

I'm fortunate to be able to ride in the family colours and I'll tip away and try to get a few more. I'm in college in UCD and being able to do this on the side suits well at the moment. I ride out with Gavin Cromwell, am hoping to get experience race-riding and will keep riding as an amateur. Dad (prominent owner Chris Jones) had planned to go on holidays from a while ago and flew out this morning but will be happy out regardless, as the horse has won. the horse has been keeping the best of company and that is a great start to the season. The horse deserves to win a big one and that'll help with his confidence. it's great for Andrew and while his father had great success over the years with the likes of Klairon Davis, this is the winner he'll get most pleasure out of. He gave him a lovely ride - the horse was keen but he didn't panic and was following the right man in Harry Swan (on Minella Mate). He knew he was on the fastest horse in the race and waited until he got balanced straightening up. His parents had booked a holiday so flew out this morning but Andrew won't mind!

Springs A Girl makes winning debut in Listowel bumper