With the weather forecast predicting heavy showers we were uncertain if we would get a release. I encountered a number of heavy showers on my way to Navan, but fortunately it brightened up with high broken cloud and a stiff westerly breeze. The birds were liberated at 12:15.

I watched nervously and to my relief they cleared in seconds and headed straight for home.

The stiff west wind played a big part in the result today with the partnership of McCormick & Muckle of Millisle having a super day taking the first 5 positions.

Top 10 positions: