THE few tasty morsels on offer at this week’s gathering to launch the Irish Champions Weekend might may not have sated too many appetites, but the mid-September weekend of top class racing looks sure to satisfy on all counts.

With this year’s initial weekend intended as the beginning of a five-year plan, it is impressive how much has come together in one year, and the work in attracting sponsors and international input as well as all the ancillary events and organisation is to be applauded.