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By Jon Lees There was a dramatic climax to the opening race of the Easter Monday meeting at Fairyhouse. The 16-1 chance Boher Road was bidding to record his second success over hurdles in a 2m handicap. His challenge appeared in good shape as 7lb claimer Peter Smithers had taken the frontrunner into a clear lead as the race reached its conclusion. The Jarlath Fahey-trained jumper was 10 lengths clear as he led the field towards the third last flight. But instead of jumping the hurdle, Boher Road suddenly jinked right and jumped into the wing of the flight, crashing through the plastic running …