WINNING a graded handicap chase at the Dublin Racing Festival last weekend undoubtedly ranks up there with my career highlights to date. Big meetings like that are a real showcase for us National Hunt jockeys; the place we all want to shine. So, to get among the winners was pretty special, especially as I only had a handful of rides over the two days.

Having overcome a number of injury setbacks early on in my career, the last couple of seasons have been very good for me. I have built up a good relationship with some leading yards and also established my own pre-training business. The decision to ride on the flat, as well as over jumps, has certainly contributed to my overall wellbeing.