Bareback Jack heads to the sales following his debut success in the four-year-old maiden at Punchestown, a race which was previously won by graded winner Hardline. The son of Getaway was patiently ridden behind the front pair in the hands of Rob James for much of the contest before making good headway when coming from off the pace, before progressing to lead from the penultimate fence where he quickly gained a strong advantage over his rivals, to go on and record an impressive 15-length success, with a further four lengths back to the third-placed finisher. A €40,000 store purchase It was notable how swiftly, and easily he was able to make up any lost ground from some jumping errors made during the contest, suggesting that he is a horse with plenty of speed, that should excel over middle trips under rules.