Eclairage off on a break after landing hat-trick

It proved plain sailing for Eclairage in the opening conditions race at Dundalk as the Danny Murphy-trained filly landed her hat-trick at the venue.

Declan McDonogh 's mount had Moonhall Lass for company briefly in the early stages but soon establised herself in the lead.

The 4/11 shot was keen enough in front but found plenty when asked for an effort passing the furlong pole, going on to record a cosy three-and-a-quarter length win.

Eclairage had won two nurseries over the minimum trip here previously and had received a 19lb hike for her last win.

Murphy said: "She's a nice filly, she's quick and loves the game.

"I'm going to give her a break now and I'll bring her back, and let's see what she is like on the grass next year.

"Declan just said today to give her a little break, she wasn't as quick out tonight. That's three runs pretty quick.

"We might think about Good Friday in Britain - Lingfield around the bend might suit her better than Newcastle. We'll look at that.

"She seems to be getting the trip now at home.

"You wouldn't be able to stop her (going from the front), she goes like a rocket."

(Quotes by Michael Graham)