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Davy Russell returns to action with Grade 1 victory ahead of riding Galvin in Grand National

Davy Russell returns to action with Grade 1 victory ahead of riding Galvin in Grand National

Inthepocket scores Aintree success for Rachael Blackmore and Henry de Bromhead

Fri Apr 14 2023 - 17:26
Grand National will bring out the anti-racing extremists but this race is a safe and fair challenge

Grand National will bring out the anti-racing extremists but this race is a safe and fair challenge

Focus on Aintree spectacular comes with examination of potential equine toll

Fri Apr 14 2023 - 05:00
Constitution Hill remains unbeaten after easy Aintree Hurdle success

Constitution Hill remains unbeaten after easy Aintree Hurdle success

Nicky Henderson plans schooling session before any decision made about potential switch to fences

Thu Apr 13 2023 - 19:00
I Am Maximus claims Irish Grand National win for Willie Mullins and Paul Townend

I Am Maximus claims Irish Grand National win for Willie Mullins and Paul Townend

He battled past long-time leader Defi Bleu and Gevrey to prevail by a length

Mon Apr 10 2023 - 18:27
Panda Boy could get the ‘grey vote’ to land Easter Monday’s Irish Grand National

Panda Boy could get the ‘grey vote’ to land Easter Monday’s Irish Grand National

Martin Brassil’s runner one of 30 for Ireland’s richest jumps race

Mon Apr 10 2023 - 06:00
Willie Mullins enjoys most successful ever day with eight winners over Easter Sunday action

Willie Mullins enjoys most successful ever day with eight winners over Easter Sunday action

Champion trainer breaks record for winners in a season with massive 113,999-1 eight-timer

Sun Apr 09 2023 - 18:25
More potential top-flight success on the cards for Princess Zoe team at Fairyhouse

More potential top-flight success on the cards for Princess Zoe team at Fairyhouse

Danny Mullins on board the Cadran winner despite criticism from owner after Cheltenham run

Fri Apr 07 2023 - 16:08
Fairyhouse officials hoping English trained topweight Royale Pagaille lines up in Irish National

Fairyhouse officials hoping English trained topweight Royale Pagaille lines up in Irish National

Over 15,000 expected to attend traditional Easter Monday highlight at the Co Meath track

Fri Apr 07 2023 - 15:59
Leadership required to secure a ‘fudge’ that fixes media rights controversy

Leadership required to secure a ‘fudge’ that fixes media rights controversy

Potential sale of Dundalk could prove tipping point in increasingly bitter dispute

Fri Apr 07 2023 - 05:00
Up to 10,000 students set to attend Wednesday’s Leopardstown programme

Up to 10,000 students set to attend Wednesday’s Leopardstown programme

Track boss convinced there is ‘good evidence’ student race days boost levels of future racegoers

Wed Apr 05 2023 - 05:00
Irish Grand National key to Mullins’s pursuit of new prizemoney record

Irish Grand National key to Mullins’s pursuit of new prizemoney record

Gaillard Du Mesnil set to lead champion trainer’s team in €500,000 Fairyhouse Easter feature

Wed Apr 05 2023 - 05:00
Weld biding his time before deciding on Guineas objective for unbeaten Tahiyra

Weld biding his time before deciding on Guineas objective for unbeaten Tahiyra

Joseph O’Brien confirms Curragh Guineas target for National Stakes winner Al Riffa

Mon Apr 03 2023 - 19:00
Communication key to resolving media rights row, says new AIR head

Communication key to resolving media rights row, says new AIR head

Paul Hensey takes over at Association of Irish Racecourses in advance of AGM on Tuesday

Mon Apr 03 2023 - 19:00
White Birch springs 22-1 upset in Leopardstown’s Derby Trial

White Birch springs 22-1 upset in Leopardstown’s Derby Trial

Aidan O’Brien lands both Guineas Trials with Hans Andersen and Never Ending Story

Sun Apr 02 2023 - 19:00
Ryan Moore busy in Paris and Dublin this weekend as classic trials kick into gear

Ryan Moore busy in Paris and Dublin this weekend as classic trials kick into gear

Alexandroupolis puts Derby claims on the line in Leopardstown’s Ballysax Stakes

Sat Apr 01 2023 - 05:00
Ronan McNally appeal against record 12-year disqualification set for end of May

Ronan McNally appeal against record 12-year disqualification set for end of May

Controversial Armagh trainer saddles topweight The Jam Man in Sunday’s Ulster National

Sat Apr 01 2023 - 05:00
Racing not immune to reputational blows suffered by betting industry

Racing not immune to reputational blows suffered by betting industry

Sport’s sponsorship and advertising appeal to non-racing sectors appears under pressure

Fri Mar 31 2023 - 05:00
‘30 years, that is a long time’ - Aidan O’Brien continues to set the classic pace from Ballydoyle

‘30 years, that is a long time’ - Aidan O’Brien continues to set the classic pace from Ballydoyle

Record-breaking trainer confirms Little Big Bear and Auguste Rodin being prepared for 2,000 Guineas

Mon Mar 27 2023 - 19:00
O’Brien’s leading classic hope Auguste Rodin  16-1 for Triple Crown glory

O’Brien’s leading classic hope Auguste Rodin 16-1 for Triple Crown glory

Dubai winner Broome set to go down ‘Cup Route’ with ultimate target in Melbourne in November

Mon Mar 27 2023 - 05:00
Meade star aiming to land Limerick feature ahead of potential Irish Grand National attempt

Meade star aiming to land Limerick feature ahead of potential Irish Grand National attempt

Martin Brassil hopeful of more Aintree glory with Longhouse Poet

Sat Mar 25 2023 - 05:00
United Irish Racecourses offered €100,000 per fixture for their media rights

United Irish Racecourses offered €100,000 per fixture for their media rights

Breakaway group is made up of Limerick, Thurles, Kilbeggan, Roscommon and Sligo racecourses

Fri Mar 24 2023 - 17:59
Cairo leads Irish hopes at $31.5 million Dubai World Cup Carnival

Cairo leads Irish hopes at $31.5 million Dubai World Cup Carnival

Focus on Spring jumps festival calendar interrupted by start of the flat season at The Curragh

Fri Mar 24 2023 - 17:18
If you can’t be brave with a horse like Constitution Hill, when can you be?

If you can’t be brave with a horse like Constitution Hill, when can you be?

Trainer Nicky Henderson and owner Michael Buckley face biggest question in the sport about Champion Hurdle winner

Fri Mar 24 2023 - 06:00
Shark Hanlon rules out Aintree Grand National run after heavy Gold Cup fall

Shark Hanlon rules out Aintree Grand National run after heavy Gold Cup fall

Trainer has options between Punchestown Gold Cup or Bet365 Gold Cup at Sandown

Sun Mar 19 2023 - 14:44
Willie Mullins says Gold Cup defence his ‘first priority’ for Galopin Des Champs

Willie Mullins says Gold Cup defence his ‘first priority’ for Galopin Des Champs

Trainer praises Irish jockeys for adapting to new whip regulations during Cheltenham Festival

Sun Mar 19 2023 - 14:30
BHA say no disqualification threats from six whip referrals at Cheltenham festival

BHA say no disqualification threats from six whip referrals at Cheltenham festival

Only one of the referrals was for a winning ride, and that was not for use above the permitted level

Fri Mar 17 2023 - 19:04
Cheltenham Festival: Willie Mullins continues Triumph Hurdle dominance with Lossiemouth

Cheltenham Festival: Willie Mullins continues Triumph Hurdle dominance with Lossiemouth

Jockey Brian Hayes breaks festival duck on JP McManus-owned Impervious

Fri Mar 17 2023 - 18:23
Paul Townend’s brilliant ride steers Galopin Des Champs to Cheltenham Gold Cup glory

Paul Townend’s brilliant ride steers Galopin Des Champs to Cheltenham Gold Cup glory

Jockey secures a third win for both himself and trainer Willie Mullins in the big race

Fri Mar 17 2023 - 17:11
Willie Mullins hoping Captain Kangaroo will rewrite the script at Uttoxeter marathon

Willie Mullins hoping Captain Kangaroo will rewrite the script at Uttoxeter marathon

Trainer has four runners in Thurles on Saturday, while Danny Mullins will stay in England to contend Midlands Grand National

Fri Mar 17 2023 - 15:02
Derek Fox brings Irish flavour to Ahoy Senor’s Gold Cup tilt

Derek Fox brings Irish flavour to Ahoy Senor’s Gold Cup tilt

Sligo-born jockey and Scottish trainer Lucinda Russell bid to add to 2017 Grand National victory

Thu Mar 16 2023 - 20:00
Triumph Hurdle outcome could set the final day festival tone for Willie Mullins’ team

Triumph Hurdle outcome could set the final day festival tone for Willie Mullins’ team

Hiddenvalley Lake out to upset Corbetts Cross in stamina testing Albert Bartlett

Thu Mar 16 2023 - 20:00
Galopin Des Champs aims to silence doubts about his stamina for Gold Cup challenge

Galopin Des Champs aims to silence doubts about his stamina for Gold Cup challenge

Willie Mullins’ favourite one of seven Irish hopefuls for steeplechasing’s ‘Blue Riband’ race

Thu Mar 16 2023 - 19:00
Cheltenham: Rachael Blackmore guides Envoi Allen to Ryanair Chase success

Cheltenham: Rachael Blackmore guides Envoi Allen to Ryanair Chase success

Henry de Bromhead’s Cheltenham Festival run of form continued on Thursday

Thu Mar 16 2023 - 17:53
Sire Du Berlais wins the Stayers’ Hurdle in thrilling finish at Cheltenham

Sire Du Berlais wins the Stayers’ Hurdle in thrilling finish at Cheltenham

The JP McManus-owned 33-1 shot edged his way to a three-quarters of a length verdict

Thu Mar 16 2023 - 16:21
JJ Slevin aiming for Stayers’ Hurdle glory on Home By The Lee

JJ Slevin aiming for Stayers’ Hurdle glory on Home By The Lee

Jockey rides progressive Grade One winner for his cousin Joseph O’Brien

Thu Mar 16 2023 - 05:00
Shishkin back as a festival force with Ryanair in his sights

Shishkin back as a festival force with Ryanair in his sights

Mighty Potter favourite to kick off a potentially lucrative day three of festival for Gordon Elliott

Thu Mar 16 2023 - 05:00
Charles Byrnes aiming to return to Cheltenham championship glory with Blazing Khal

Charles Byrnes aiming to return to Cheltenham championship glory with Blazing Khal

Co Limerick trainer suspended for six months in 2021 over Viking Hoard controversy

Thu Mar 16 2023 - 05:00
Cheltenham Festival: Irish schoolboy jockey John Gleeson wins on A Dream to Share

Cheltenham Festival: Irish schoolboy jockey John Gleeson wins on A Dream to Share

Impaire Et Passe keeps up Willie Mullins’s Ballymore dominance

Wed Mar 15 2023 - 18:53
Cheltenham Festival: Energumene romps home to defend Champion Chase and eye up hat-trick

Cheltenham Festival: Energumene romps home to defend Champion Chase and eye up hat-trick

Willie Mullins’s two-mile champion may look to emulate Badsworth Boy’s unique hat-trick in the race

Wed Mar 15 2023 - 15:56
Impaire Et Passe puts big reputation on the line in Cheltenham opener

Impaire Et Passe puts big reputation on the line in Cheltenham opener

Veteran trainer John Kiely aiming to break festival duck at 85 with A Dream To Share

Wed Mar 15 2023 - 05:00
Houlihan hoping to surprise more experienced rivals once again on Editeur Du Gite

Houlihan hoping to surprise more experienced rivals once again on Editeur Du Gite

Twenty-two-year-old Dungarvan jockey gets championship chance on Gary Moore-trained hopeful

Wed Mar 15 2023 - 05:00
Cheltenham Festival: Energumene bids to bounce back to form with repeat Champion Chase victory

Cheltenham Festival: Energumene bids to bounce back to form with repeat Champion Chase victory

Mullins star renews rivalry with Edwardstone and Editeur Due Git in two-mile championship

Wed Mar 15 2023 - 05:00
Cheltenham Festival: Fairytale ending as  Honeysuckle signs off with emotional win

Cheltenham Festival: Fairytale ending as Honeysuckle signs off with emotional win

Rachael Blackmore leads home Henry de Bromhead’s star in the Close Brothers Mares’ Hurdle

Tue Mar 14 2023 - 18:32
Cheltenham Festival: Constitution Hill lives up the hype with stunning Champion Hurdle win

Cheltenham Festival: Constitution Hill lives up the hype with stunning Champion Hurdle win

Shortest-priced winner in the race’s history barely looked out of second gear to beat his nearest market rival State Man

Tue Mar 14 2023 - 17:21
Trainer who moulded emerging Constitution Hill hoping for Champion Hurdle catch

Trainer who moulded emerging Constitution Hill hoping for Champion Hurdle catch

Fish is Warren Ewing’s business but unbeaten horse is star of his Co. Antrim based passion

Mon Mar 13 2023 - 19:00
Singular Constitution Hill on verge of Cheltenham festival performance for the ages

Singular Constitution Hill on verge of Cheltenham festival performance for the ages

Odds-on Champion Hurdle favourite has potential to join the pantheon of greats

Mon Mar 13 2023 - 19:00
Cheltenham Festival: Dominant Mullins has century of successes in his sights

Cheltenham Festival: Dominant Mullins has century of successes in his sights

Hugely popular Honeysuckle has chance to bring career to a perfect finale in Mares Hurdle

Mon Mar 13 2023 - 19:00
From the horses’ mouths: All the big Cheltenham Festival questions answered

From the horses’ mouths: All the big Cheltenham Festival questions answered

Galopin Des Champs ticks all the boxes for Gold Cup glory according to pundits

Sat Mar 11 2023 - 06:00
Cheltenham 2023: Your complete guide to the Irish-trained contenders

Cheltenham 2023: Your complete guide to the Irish-trained contenders

Willie Mullins once again set to dominate action over the four days

Sat Mar 11 2023 - 06:00
Rising star O’Sullivan hoping to graduate to Cheltenham glory

Rising star O’Sullivan hoping to graduate to Cheltenham glory

Barry Connell’s duo, Marine Nationale and Good Land, give young jockey Michael O’Sullivan a prime pair of Grade One chances

Sat Mar 11 2023 - 06:00
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