The three-day Bellewstown Festival got under way with what looked an ordinary fillies maiden for two-year-olds, but it produced a winner of immense potential in the shape of Tosen Lydia (70+) who holds a Group 1 entry in the Moyglare Stud Stakes.

Jockey Shane Cross had to be at his most patient after his mount had taken time to gather stride, leaving the partnership with more in front than behind at halfway. Once asked to close though, the daughter of The Ghurka responded with a fine turn of foot to reach a challenging position. However, with the front-running Cyclamen (66) not stopping in front there was still work to do for Joseph O’Brien’s debutant.