Gerbera may have had problems with his jumping in the past but the son of Sonus put those well and truly behind him when scampering to an easy eight length victory in the August Festival 13th to 16th Maiden Hurdle.

A big morning market mover on his debut under Rules at Clonmel back in March when coming a cropper at the fourth, this time Gerbera headed the betting (2/1 from 11/4) and led before two out, quickly putting the issue beyond doubt to account for his main market rival, Salesin

The victorious six-year-old sports the famous Quinn's of Baltinglass colours, which were carried by Firion's Law, Tryfirion and the likes.

Victorious handler, Philip Rothwell wasn't in attendance.