Greenland land the odds in Roscommon opener

Greenland justified his short price with an all-the-way victory in the opening median sires series race at Roscommon.

The Aidan O'Brien-trained colt was taking a drop in class having been fourth in listed company on his last outing and went to post an 8/13 shot in today's seven-furlong contest.

Wayne Lordan bounced out in front on his mount and asked him for an effort a furlong-and-a-half from home.

The son of Saxon Warrior kept on strongly in the closing stages to post a two-and-three-quarter length win over Ma Belle Artiste

“It was very straightforward. He had a bit of a look in front but he quickened up smartly,” said Lordan.

“He's a lovely colt and he's a horse that is maturing all the time. I think he's a horse for the future.”