What a strange time we live in!
There’s no racing to get your teeth into, and it feels an age before the British action will get going again.
It’s mad to think that the Cheltenham Festival was just over a week ago.
The apple of my eye – Annie Mc – ran her heart out in the Marsh Chase and definitely would have finished closer to the principals had she not clattered through the third-last.
She lost nothing in defeat and although the rest of this season has sadly been put on hold, she has a big future ahead of her next season.
The next time we see British racing may not be until the Guineas at Newmarket, but it’s been a season to remember over jumps.
From Cyrname/Altior, to Defi Du Seuil, to Al Boum Photo winning his second Gold Cup on the trot, it’s been full of quality.
Chappers and I have been having a great time with our NAP Battles, and although he’s tried hard, it’s definitely been a win for me!
As for action this weekend, we’re very lucky the ITV cameras are making their way over to Thurles.
I’m not sure they’ve ever been there before but it’s great for the track and it finally gives sports fans something to watch!
I’m obviously a huge fan of Jesy Nelson and although GOULANE JESSIE is spelled slightly differently, she should win the 2.40 at Thurles.
Simon Torrens is a good booking and he takes off 7lb, so I expect her to stay on strongly and seal the deal.
The ground will probably be pretty tough going but she should relish every yard and can put a smile on the face of racing fans around the land.
