TOP Kilkenny rider and breeder Marion Hughes began proceedings in the Commercial Court this week over the alleged obstruction of the sale of a horse she bred, said to be worth at least €2m, and in which she retains a half-share.

Breeder and rider Marion Hughes of Graigue, Cuffesgrange, Co Kilkenny, started proceedings earlier this week against the other half-share owner of HHS Figaro, Tom O’Dwyer of Cappagh, Callan, Co Kilkenny. Mr Justice Brian McGovern admitted the case to the Commerical Court but allowed 28 days for the parties to consider mediation.