Two horses both trained by Emmet Mullins have come in for significant early support in the final two races at Cork this afternoon. Hardy Bloke last seen when finishing fifth at Gowran in September has been backed from an opening price of 12/1 to as short as 9/4 prior to the 2.50.

Meanwhile, stable companion A Cheap Thrill has come in for support in the finale(3.20). The gelding who was pulled up at that same Gowran meeting on his reappearance was priced up at 20/1 but is now 2/1 in places.

Both horses are wearing cheek pieces for the first time today.