Punchestown Preview: Starlight Rose Declared
Our star mare heads to Punchestown for the Champion Hurdle in three days
The excitement is building in the Pink Connections camp as Starlight Rose has been confirmed as a runner in the Grade 1 Punchestown Champion Hurdle, which takes place in three days' time.
Conditions look ideal — the going is forecast as good to yielding, which suits her profile perfectly. Paul Townend keeps the ride and has been in excellent form throughout the spring season.
Willie Mullins spoke to us this morning from the yard: "She's in great shape. We're very happy with how she's come out of Cheltenham. She's been working brilliantly all week and is ready to run her best race. The ground suits, the trip suits — we have every reason to be optimistic."
Members are encouraged to come racing if they can make it to Punchestown. Club colours will be on full display and there will be a members' gathering in the parade ring before the race. Full details will be sent by email shortly.