Curragh yet to decide how 1,000 tickets will be distributed for Irish DerbyPremier classic at the Curragh included in Government series of trials for fans’ returnMon May 31 2021 - 01:00
Harty father and son team make history with first joint-trainer licence in IrelandEddie Harty believes new move will be a huge boost to industry in the futureSat May 29 2021 - 06:00
Limited number of spectators expected to return for Irish Derby at the CurraghOwners also set to return to racecourses after Government announce easing of lockdownFri May 28 2021 - 19:55
Extension of powers for Irish racing’s regulator signals start of a new eraIHRB personnel now authorised to drug-test thoroughbreds in unlicensed premisesWed May 26 2021 - 06:00
Joseph O’Brien hoping top three-year-olds can bounce back at Royal AscotThunder Moon and Pretty Gorgeous both failed to fire in big Guineas racesTue May 25 2021 - 15:52
Authorities urged to ‘cop on’ and let racehorse owners return to tracks‘Owners have been patient long enough. They need to let them back,’ says Ger LyonsTue May 25 2021 - 01:00
Ed Dunlop concedes Irish-trained horses have ‘stranglehold’ on Epsom DerbyTrainer preparing to lead home defence with John Leeper and jockey Adam KirbyTue May 25 2021 - 01:00
Barney Curley, renowned gambler and trainer, dies aged 81Curley came to prominence over Yellow Sam coup in 1975 and went on to train horsesSun May 23 2021 - 20:50
Jim Bolger confident Mac Swiney can follow up in Epsom DerbyIt is nearly 50 years since the Irish 2,000 Guineas - Derby double has been landedSun May 23 2021 - 17:39
Mac Swiney digs in to give Jim Bolger 2,000 Guineas glory8-1 winner edges out stablemate Poetic Flare as Rory Cleary claims a famous victorySat May 22 2021 - 17:10
All-conquering Blackmore sets her sights on top French prizeJockey to team with second-favourite Ajas in €820k Grande Steeple-Chase de ParisSat May 22 2021 - 06:00
Curragh officials remain hopeful that Guineas weekend will go aheadContingencies are being put in place as forecast is for more rain to hit racecourseFri May 21 2021 - 16:26
Joint trainers’ licences could be up and running in Ireland shortlyA few high-profile father-and-son teams in the UK have switched to joint licencesWed May 19 2021 - 06:00
Jessica Harrington’s Lucky Vega favourite for Irish 2,000 GuineasHarrington can become first woman to train winner in Classic on the 100th runningTue May 18 2021 - 15:45
Tributes paid on death of former British champion jockey Joe MercerYorkshireman enjoyed Classic success in Ireland in the Derby and 2,000 GuineasMon May 17 2021 - 17:08
Rachael Blackmore hoping to put cherry on top of season in ParisJockey will ride second-favourite Ajas in Grand Steeple-Chase De Paris at AuteuilMon May 17 2021 - 16:17
Donnacha O’Brien expecting ‘a big run’ from Shale in Irish 1,000 GuineasYoung trainer expecting improvement from former Moyglare winner’s comeback effort at LeopardstownMon May 17 2021 - 01:00
St Mark’s Basilica lands French 2,000 Guineas for Aidan O’Brien9-4 shot produced in style to score under 47-year-old Spanish rider Ioritz MendizabalSun May 16 2021 - 16:40
Irish trainers entertain real hope of Guineas doubles in FrancePoetic Flare and Mother Earth both in action at Longchamp on SundaySat May 15 2021 - 06:00
Lope Y Fernandez aims to make it ‘ninth time lucky’ in bid for first Group One winAidan O’Brien’s colt faces major task against favourite Palace Pier in Lockinge StakesSat May 15 2021 - 01:00
Poetic Flare and Mother Earth looking to complete Guineas doubles in FrancePoetic Flare looking to complete first English-French 2,000 Guineas double in 80 yearsTue May 11 2021 - 15:48
Aidan O’Brien’s Amhran Na Bhfiann set for Killarney run on TuesdayEpsom Derby third has upcoming entries in Coronation Cup and Ascot Gold CupTue May 11 2021 - 06:00
Jessica Harrington fined and given two-week ban after breaking Aintree Covid protocolsTrainer changed travel plans and didn’t stay in ‘Irish bubble’ during Grand National meetingMon May 10 2021 - 17:51
Lope Y Fernandez faces tough task breaking Group One duck in Lockinge StakesAidan O’Brien’s horse faces odds-on favourite Palace Pier at Newbury on SaturdayMon May 10 2021 - 16:21
Irish racing hoping to host pilot events in JulyLimited numbers of spectators could attend the Galway Festival if Government allowSun May 09 2021 - 15:09
Mac Swiney to take chance in Derrinstown Stud Derby TrialJim Bolger’s Epsom contender lines out against seven rivals in Leopardstown renewalFri May 07 2021 - 15:50
Financially bloated Olympic Games have become too big for one cityAt least $15 billion has been spent on Tokyo Games already, most of it public moneyMon May 03 2021 - 05:00
Willie Mullins targets first-ever Paris success after Punchestown dominationChampion trainer likely to opt for Al Boum Photo for Grand Steeple-Chase de ParisMon May 03 2021 - 01:00
Aidan O’Brien completes three-in-a-row as Mother Earth takes 1,000 GuineasFrankie Dettori storms home at Newmarket on Ballydoyle’s second stringSun May 02 2021 - 16:14
Joseph O’Brien brings Thunder Moon to Newmarket with eye on record booksFormer champion jockey looks to continue success as a trainer in Qipco 2,000 GuineasSat May 01 2021 - 01:00
Honeysuckle lands Punchestown Champion Hurdle to complete hat-trickHenry de Bromhead’s star rounds off season to remember under Rachael BlackmoreFri Apr 30 2021 - 20:16
Honeysuckle set to be star attraction in Champion HurdleRachael Blackmore could team up for victory again with Henry De Bromhead’s mareFri Apr 30 2021 - 06:00
Bob Olinger can show his class once again at PunchestownHarry Cobden described the Honysuckle’s stable companion as ‘a freak’ at CheltenhamFri Apr 30 2021 - 06:00
Willie Mullins threatening his own Punchestown record after another bumper day299-1 five-timer puts trainer on 13 wins as Klassical Dream and Energumene strikeThu Apr 29 2021 - 18:14
Earthly named Flooring Porter sets the standard at PunchestownThe horse was bought by a four man syndicate after seeing him for sale on FacebookThu Apr 29 2021 - 06:30
Willie Mullins’s airtight grip on Ryanair Chase looks safe with EnergumeneChampion trainer targets six-in-a-row in Thursday’s Grade One race at PunchestownThu Apr 29 2021 - 06:00
Clan Des Obeaux completes daring raid to take Punchestown Gold CupPaul Nicholls’s gamble in supplementing two-time King George winner pays offWed Apr 28 2021 - 21:11
Jonathan Moore looking to make up for missing out at CheltenhamJockey hoping Vanillier can complete big festival double at PunchestownWed Apr 28 2021 - 06:00
Kemboy could cap another big day out for Willie Mullins at PunchestownDecision to supplement Clan Des Obeaux into Ladbrokes Gold Cup is tellingWed Apr 28 2021 - 06:00
Colreevy makes a mockery of hype machine on another dream day for Willie MullinsMare ends her racing career in fine style with Grade One glory at PunchestownTue Apr 27 2021 - 21:17
Townend aiming to land an early blow with Chacun Pour SoiChampion has first-dibs on powerful Willie Mullins team as he bids to hold off Blackmore’s jockeys’ title bidTue Apr 27 2021 - 06:00
Monkfish and Envoi Allen set to face off at PunchestownRachael Blackmore could make up ground on Paul Townend in jockeys’ championshipTue Apr 27 2021 - 05:00
New HRI rules give top jump jockeys extended breakEight National Hunt fixtures will be restrictedMon Apr 26 2021 - 17:48
Anglo-Irish racing rivalry to be brought into focus again at PunchestownIt’s been a fine season for Irish racing, but the sport needs competition on both sides of the seaMon Apr 26 2021 - 06:00
Paul Townend wins Punchestown fitness battleIrish rider now a heavy favourite for champion jockey ahead of Rachael BlackmoreSun Apr 25 2021 - 14:40
Henry De Bromhead riding crest of a wave after annus mirabilisWaterford trainer still pinching himself after rewriting racing’s history booksSat Apr 24 2021 - 01:00
Blackmore hoping to lead successful Plan of Attack at SandownHigh-flying De Bromhead targeting another big prize on day of England’s ‘jumps finale’Sat Apr 24 2021 - 01:00
Irish Derby winner Santiago starts flat campaign at NavanClassic champion set to turn out in Group 3 Vintage Crop Stakes at Navan on SundayFri Apr 23 2021 - 16:43
Kennedy to retain partnership with Minella Indo at PunchestownDe Bromhead’s charge favourite to complete Gold Cup double next weekWed Apr 21 2021 - 01:00
Townend in a race against time to be fit for PunchestownDecision will be left until later but Mullins optimistic champion jockey will be availableWed Apr 21 2021 - 01:00
