Celtic Warrior looks to have a bright future over hurdles after making a winning debut over timber at Thurles yesterday.

Liam Roche's charge made the perfect start to his jumping career when making all for a convincing success in the Cahir three-year-old Maiden Hurdle.

The Celtic Swing gelding was tackled by Mine'sasmallone turning for home but asserted himself before the last for a four-length verdict.

"He may go for a Grade Three hurdle at Fairyhouse (December 2nd) next and then we'll aim for something over Christmas," said winning trainer Liam Roche.

"We had him in mind as a hurdler since he was a two-year-old. He had a few problems at the start of this season and we're just getting them sorted out. He handles any ground and gets the trip well."

Omas Glen quickened away smartly after the last to claim the Clonoulty Hurdle in good style. Andrew Leigh produced the Cecil Ross-trained mare to lead at the last and she went on to score by nine lengths from Could Do, who finished strongly to grab second from Sorrentina.

"I didn't think she'd handle the ground. We'll see how she comes out of that and look for a winners' race over Christmas," said Ross. "She jumps well and we'll look forward to going over fences next year."

Conor Maxwell partnered his second winner when Dosco ran out a cosy winner of the Templemore Handicap Chase.