Top amateur O'Connor relishes British visit as Kilfilum Cross digs deep

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Derek O'Connor: crowned his trip to Ludlow with a winnerCredit: Grossick Racing

Top Irish amateur Derek O'Connor's sole mount at Ludlow was a winning one as he produced a never-say-die ride on Kilfilum Cross in the amateur riders' handicap chase.

The winner showed a tendency to jump to his left throughout the race on his first start for Henry Oliver and had to dig deep to hold off Uhlan Bute by a neck.

"We felt a bit of pressure with one of the top amateurs coming over but he was given a beautiful ride by Derek," said Oliver, "He seems in fabulous order and really had to battle."

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Robbie WildersTipster

Published on 20 February 2019inReports

Last updated 20:36, 20 February 2019

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