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Beacon springs surprise to open account

Wed 14th Oct 2009, 15:39

Blazing Beacon sprang a 25/1 shock when wearing down The Hurl on the run-in to claim the Punchestown Event Centre Maiden Hurdle.

Alain Cawley had his mount in front early before settling behind the leaders. He came with a strong run after the last to record a length-and-a-quarter victory.

"This is my racecourse - I love this one," said trainer Frank McGuinness, who has a high strike rate at the course.

"This is the first day we've had him right and he runs well fresh. He's really a chaser and I count this as a bonus.

"We wanted a fast pace and they probably went a bit fast but Alain Cawley did exactly as he was told and got a breather into him. He probably wants a bit further.

"He might have one more try over hurdles, there is a race in Wexford for him where I am chairman of the race supporters committee.

"He's a half brother to Blazing Sky, who was one of the best I've ever had."

1st
25/1
Tote €44.50 €4.20
2nd
1.25L
25/1
€10.30
3rd
7L
9/2
€2.50
4th
4.5L
2/1Fav
€1.80