Maureen made an impressive racecourse debut at Punchestown. Maureen has a strong family pedigree, linked to the 2015 Champion Hurdle winner Faugheen. She is trained by Willie Mullins, and ridden by Patrick Mullins. The mare was the clear favourite rite in the Irish Stallion Farms EBF Mares Flat Race. Her performance was dominant, swiftly moving ahead by a significant margin to clinch an easy victory. This impressive start at Punchestown has led her odds to shorten in the Champion Bumper market.
Patrick Mullins, the jockey, praised Maughreen's professionalism and acceleration during the race. The mare's pedigree and impressive debut have raised expectations for her future races. The team is considering participation in prestigious bumpers, with events at Fairyhouse, Punchestown, and Aintree being potential targets.
Additionally, Highwind, another horse trained by Willie Mullins, secured a win in the Bet Victor Proud To Support Irish Racing Maiden Hurdle. Despite a mishap at the final flight, Highwind, managed to recover and win. That led to a reduction in odds for the Triumph Hurdle.
Patrick Mullins also reflected on Mystical Power's victory in the Sky Bet Moscow Flyer at Punchestown. Mystical Power, a horse that took time to develop, showed remarkable improvement in this race. Being by Annie Power, this victory holds special significance at Closutton, and there are high hopes for his future performances, including a potential run in the Sky Bet Supreme.