I RODE my first winner since turning professional on Siege Ofjadotville at Limerick last Sunday. Although it took a while to make the breakthrough, I have definitely found that I am getting more rides since making the switch. With more opportunities comes more improvement, so hopefully I can build on that recent success and progress both this season and beyond.

My dad John was a very accomplished amateur rider. He had plenty of big race wins over the course of his career but two in particular stand out. In our house at home, there are photos of him winning both the National Hunt Chase on Front Line for J.P. McManus and the Kim Muir on Master Bob for Nicky Henderson.