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Racing legend Johnny Murtagh reveals his tip for Irish 2000 Guineas at the Curragh

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Racing legend Johnny Murtagh reveals his tip for Irish 2000 Guineas at the Curragh

Johnny Murtagh tips Siskin to win the Irish 2000 Guineas at the Curragh on Friday. The horse won three out of three races at Kildare last year. Trainer Ger Lyons' thoroughbred is one of 11 contenders in the €250,000 classic. Jessica Harrington's outsider Free Solo will also feature in Friday's race. Johnny Murthagh is excited for Ger, Aidan and the Jessica Harringtons. He believes Colin Keane will win. Murlagh compares Colin to Pat Smullen. Prince Khalid Abdullah is a big supporter of racing in Ireland.

Johnny Murtagh tips Irish 2000 Guineas at The Curragh on Friday at 6.40 pm.

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