THE Restricted Trainers Association of Ireland honoured Michael Bowe with a Lifetime Achievement Award at Gowran Park last weekend.

Based at his family’s small yard in Gathabawn, Michael will forever be associated with Limestone Lad, a winner of 35 races between 1997 and 2002. Bred and owned by Michael’s father James, Limestone Lad won three Morgiana Hurdles, three Hatton’s Grace Hurdles and the 2002 Champion Stayers’ Hurdle.