Denis O'Regan: Benny has been a great horse and has come along at the right time

This is the same Denis O'Regan who guided Ansar to his second Galway Plate success. The same Denis O'Regan who somehow managed to mould the dodgy-jumping Tidal Bay into an awesome Arkle winner. The same Denis O'Regan who delicately delivered Inglis Drever to secure a third Stayers' Hurdle. The same Denis O'Regan who rode 81 winners in Britain during the 2008-09 season and 407 in seven seasons between 2007 and 2014.

This is also the same Denis O'Regan who travelled to Limerick last Thursday for just one ride. The Brendan Duke-trained Qui Bono, a 20-1 outsider in a handicap hurdle for horses rated between 80-109. He finished seventh of eight to complete.

It is safe to say Snugsborough Benny has come along at the perfect time. The nine-year-old has emerged as a leading contender for Monday's BoyleSports Irish Grand National at Fairyhouse following a stylish six-length win at the track in mid-February. They are made for each other.