LARGY RIVER (IRE)
SHIROCCO (GER) x MOYGANNY LASS (IRE) (Stowaway)
Pont to Point Ireland noted that 'LARGY RIVER (IRE) had made a promising start to his career by finishing second to the impressive 'Katkoriko' at Kirkistown last year, and he showed the benefit of a patient approach by returning a full 12 months later to open his account at Portrush last month. Ridden more positively compared with his debut the Shirocco still had a gap to bridge on the front pair entering the home straight, however, having reeled that pair in, he was faced with a stiffer challenge from the back of the second last fence. It was here that he showed a great attitude as he gamely prevailed in a protracted battle against the runner up to win by a narrow margin. Encouragingly, the pair separated themselves from the remainder by a notable 16 lengths, which shows them to be a cut above.'
£35,000 plus vat (reclaimable)