Kyle Hayes is on a winning streak heading into next weekend's All-Ireland semi-final after recording his first victory in harness racing at the weekend.
The former Young Hurler of the Year is part of the Limerick hurling squad who are in hot pursuit of a historic fifth All-Ireland senior hurling championship in a row.
John Kiely's side take on Cork next weekend in the All-Ireland semi-final and the wing back prepared for the game with winning momentum.
Taking part in the George Deane Memorial Day in Dunmanway, the 25-year-old drove 'Someone's Fantasy' glory, winning for the first time in harness racing.
Léigh an scéal seo trí Ghaeilge ar Liathróidí.ie brúigh anseo.
Hayes is a regular on the harness racing scene and he will compete again in a fortnight's time in Cork.
"Congratulations to Kyle Hayes getting his first win in harness racing today at the George Deane Memorial Day in Dunmanway. Kyle drove Someone’s Fantasy owned by C&H syndicate and trainer by Jamie Cross," wrote the Iris Harness Racing Association on Facebook.
Kyle will be back on the bike again in the 13/14 July at the Richard Phelan Memorial weekend in Lyre Clonakilty, after he helps Limerick against Cork in the All Ireland Hurling semi final next Sunday in Croke Park."
Young Hurler of the Year in his first year as an All-Ireland winner in 2018, Hayes has gone onto become one of the best hurlers in the country winning All-Star awards in each of the last four seasons.
He's a front-runner for Hurler of the Year this season after a stunning Munster championship where Limerick won their sixth title in a row.
The Green Machine are hot favourites to regain their Liam MacCarthy crown though next Sunday's clash with Cork is hotly anticipated, with a huge crowd expected at Croke Park.
Clare and Kilkenny contest the other semi-final for the third year in a row.
