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John O'Riordan

John O'Riordan

Made In The Woods proving popular with Limerick punters

Thu 29th Dec 2022, 10:28

Colm Murphy trains the well supported Transmission Colm Murphy trains the well supported Transmission
© Photo Healy Racing

Made In The Woods was one of the best backed horses at Limerick on St Stephens Day but those that joined in on the gamble knew their fate early on when the Norman Lee-trained gelding exited the race at the fifth fence.

However, that certainly hasn't prevented punters from seeking to recover losses, as the five-year-old has again attracted market support ahead of the 12.55 race this afternoon. Available at 28/1 this morning, the horse is now a best priced 12/1, although trades shorter with many firms. Bluebell Diva a recent winner at Clonmel, has been well backed for Mouse Morris and Ricky Doyle in the finale at 3.35.

As big as 3/1 in places, the mare now trades at around 15/8, although there is still a bit of 2/1 around. Transmission has been the best backed horse at Leopardstown ahead of this afternoons card. The Colm Murphy-trained gelding is now as low as 13/2, having been priced up at 25/1 early doors.

About John O'Riordan
John has worked for the Press Association since 2022. He also writes a weekly column for The Irish Field and is a regular contributor to the Irish Racing Yearbook. He has previously written for the Racing Post, Irish Examiner and Irish Daily Mirror. He has been involved in racing for over three decades; having experience as a syndicate member, sole owner and breeder.