THIS has been a momentous year for Co Waterford-based Kieran D. Cotter, the highlight undoubtedly being his success as the breeder of Randox Grand National winner Nick Rockett (Walk In The Park), and last week, in five days, he had three doubles as such.

Last Wednesday, it started off modestly enough when trainer Tom Gretton recorded a chase double with two Cotter-breds, Reforme (Diamond Boy) and Fancy Stuff (Presenting) an hour apart.