THE Midlands Region meeting held on Carrowniskey Strand, Louisburgh, Co. Mayo was held last Sunday in very challenging weather conditions and where stamina was at a premium for spectators and participants alike.

Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny-based Joe Conlon took the riding honours as he landed a treble which included the feature race for the Finnerty stable on Waking Ned over one and three-quarter miles.