WINNER of the opening class on Sunday, the Maxol-sponsored Welcome Stakes, at Cavan’s two-day Amateur Championships was sports member Robyn Butler and Limestone Lady Gaga, when clear in 31.68. She was chased home by Amy Smyth (AA) and Lisross Irish Knight, who delivered a clear in 33.11.

Taking third place was Emily Horne (S) and Lux Like a Cruser, clear in 37.62, while in fourth was Lisa McGrath (S) and Tequila Rose, clear in 38.28. Fifth place belonged to Roisin Donnelly (AA) and Seaforde Rebel, in a time of 38.78, while in sixth was Clodagh Fitzpatrick and Oxendene Rozi in a time of 39.89.