BRYAN Cooper and his stunning girlfriend, three-day event rider, Melanie Young scrubbed up well during the week to announce the most stylish lady competition for Leopardstown’s Christmas Festival. Looking smooth in his 007 style tux, Bryan posed at Bill Durkan’s yard in Stepaside.

The competition is sponsored by Monart Destination Spa with a prize worth €5,000, fashion editor Bairbre Power is the celebrity judge and the action takes place on Lexus Chase Day, December 28th. The prize includes a five-night break at award-winning Monart in a luxurious suite, complete with chauffeur, signature spa treatments, dinners and afternoon tea.