'It's good to be allowed back but it's a whole different scene now'

For the first time since March owners attended meetings in Ireland on Monday

Fairyhouse: took a small step on Monday with the return of ownersCredit: Alain Barr

Better than being at home, but still not the same. That was the vibe coming from owners who were allowed back on Irish racecourses on Monday for the first time since St Patrick's Day in March.

Only 14 owners made the trip to Fairyhouse on Monday evening and among them was Oliver Curtis.

It was My Good Brother's 90th start and his loyal owner has been to almost all of them. Curtis's latest racecourse visit was very different to any of the previous ones, though.

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David JenningsDeputy Ireland editor

Published on 21 September 2020inNews

Last updated 19:35, 21 September 2020

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