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Alan Magee

Alan Magee

Another Splendid win for King

Mon 5th Aug 2013, 17:28

How Splendid (white face) scores for Connor KingHow Splendid (white face) scores for Connor King
© Photo Healy Racing

Connor King extended his advantage at the head of the apprentice title race when How Splendid opened her account in the seven furlong handicap at Naas.

The Cork youngster has proved the revelation of the 2013 Flat season, and notched up his 22nd success here to leave him seven clear of reigning apprentice champion Ronan Whelan.

A maximum field of 16 went to post for what appeared a competitive event but very few got involved at the business end as a group of five pulled away in the straight.

King’s mount had the bonus of running against the far rail, and the daughter of Oasis Dream kept on well to justify odds of 12/1. Jumbo Steps (7/2) was three quarters of a length back in second, with Sophies Echo (11/2) and Jembatt (7/1) close up in third and fourth respectively.

Winning trainer David Wachman said, “Connor gave her a very good ride, and she deserved to win one of those.”

1st
12/1
Tote €14.20 €3.60
2nd
0.75L
7/2
€1.02
3rd
hd
11/2
€2.30
4th
nk
7/1
€2.70
bf
0.5L
10/3Fav
About Alan Magee
Alan has worked in the racing industry for well over 30 years including with the Sporting Life, Turform and Irish Racing Services. He took up his current role as Irish Racing Team Leader with the Press Association in 2013. He has a keen interest in most sports and plays golf.