Temasek Star is not to be denied under Conor McGovern, from My Manekineko© Photo Healy Racing
It was another good night for Michael Halford and his many followers on the polytrack at Dundalk. Earlier successful with the Conor Hoban-ridden pair, Russian Soul and Roman Impero the Copper Beech Stables operator topped off the night as Temasek Star short-headed My Manekineko in the finale.
Seven pound claimer Conor McGovern rode Temasek Star, as he did when the son of Soviet Star scored by a neck here over the course and distance a fortnight back.
On this occasion in the Irishinjuredjockeys.com Handicap, the 9/2 victor was never far away.
He toughed it out well from over a furlong out to hold My Manekineko.
"He's tough as nails. He's a fierce genuine horse and appreciates that mile-and-a-half now," said Halford.
"He got into a lovely position and travelled into the straight well. He's all heart and didn't want to get beat.
"Conor is riding great and is great value for his 7lb.
"It's a great finish to a great night."
(GC & EM)
