BARRY GERAGHTY can continue his hot-streak this afternoon at Fairyhouse where Healys Bar could be rewarded for consistency in the three mile conditions hurdle.
After Zaynar’s 1 to 14 shocker at Kelso on Thursday, Geraghty has enjoyed a purple spell with five winners from his last six rides.
It would be no surprise to see him continue that run in today’s opener if Admiral Barry is sharp enough after a 15 month lay-off but the former champion jockey will certainly fancy his chances on Healys Bar.
Runner-up to Rite Of Passage at Punchstown six days ago, Healys Bar boasts Grade One placed form from here in November when third in the Hatton’s Grace Hurdle.
Kazal is another Eoin Griffin horse on the comeback trail in this race while Footy Facts is back to hurdles after disappointing in the Thyestes.
Will Jamie Run is in the form of his life and is a stone higher in the ratings for his last win but Healys Bar is due a win and this looks a suitable opportunity.
Tony McCoy is coming to Fairyhouse principally to team up with Dr Whizz in the two mile conditions hurdle and the form of his maiden defeat of Puyol looks pretty good now, enough to cope with New Phase.
Cottage Star and Glenlo Abbey are impressive bumper winners but may get caught out in the maiden hurdle by The Book Thief’s greater jumper experience.
