Terrific treble for Mullins as Class Conti shines on Irish debut

On a day where Willie Mullins brought Gold Cup hero Al Boum Photo back to Tramore to parade during racing, the champion trainer left the track with three winners, including feature success with new recruit Class Conti.

A half-brother to dual King George winner Silviniaco Conti, Class Conti was himself at one stage a smart sort in his native France before losing his way somewhat, but confirmed himself a quality stayer in the €20,000 2m5f chase in which he pulled well clear of the only other finisher Beyond The Law.

Mullins said: "He lost his way in France and his owner decided to send him over here to try a different type of racing.