IRISH racing served up its first 100/1 winner of the year as Department Of War shocked his opponents in the opening Molson Coors Maiden Hurdle to give trainer Meath trainer David Dunne his first winner in close to two years.

An 84-rated flat runner from just four starts, this gelding looks an inspired purchase after being picked up for just 3,000gns at the 2019 Tattersalls July Sale.