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Hurricane Fly on target for €100,000 Ryanair renewal

Hurricane Fly on target for €100,000 Ryanair renewal

Defending champion boasts 100% strike rate from six starts

Mon Dec 23 2013 - 01:00

O’Byrne takes over as Senior Steward of the Turf Club

O’Byrne’s previous position as deputy steward has been filled by Meta Osborne, a qualified vet

Sat Dec 21 2013 - 01:00
First Lieutenant set for another crack at Leopardstown highlight

First Lieutenant set for another crack at Leopardstown highlight

Trainer Mouse Morris optimistic of a happier outcome

Sat Dec 21 2013 - 01:00
Willie Mullins shows his strength  in depth this weekend

Willie Mullins shows his strength in depth this weekend

Valseur Lido should kick off a Gigginstown double with Don Poli at Navan

Sat Dec 21 2013 - 01:00
Henry De Bromhead hopeful a step up in trip will suit Sizing Rio

Henry De Bromhead hopeful a step up in trip will suit Sizing Rio

Ruby Walsh is eagerly-anticipating teaming up with Hurricane Fly over Christmas

Wed Dec 18 2013 - 01:00
Leopardstown Christmas Festival numbers expected to hold up

Leopardstown Christmas Festival numbers expected to hold up

The €1.1 million four-day festival kicks off on St Stephen’s Day with seven Grade One races

Wed Dec 18 2013 - 01:00
Co Antrim trainer Stuart Crawford  appeals  decision of  Navan stewards

Co Antrim trainer Stuart Crawford appeals decision of Navan stewards

Robbie Moran also appeals four-day whip ban picked up at Downpatrick

Wed Dec 18 2013 - 01:00
Sir Des Champs on course for Lexus Chase bid at Leopardstown

Sir Des Champs on course for Lexus Chase bid at Leopardstown

The Christmas festival feature is a rare gap in Willie Mullins big-race CV

Tue Dec 17 2013 - 01:00
Horse Racing Ireland announce five per cent increase to prize-money in 2014

Horse Racing Ireland announce five per cent increase to prize-money in 2014

News accompanied by confirmation of reduced administrative costs and greater emphasis on promoting racehorse ownership

Tue Dec 17 2013 - 01:00
Senior handicapper Noel O’Brien warns against kneejerk reaction

Senior handicapper Noel O’Brien warns against kneejerk reaction

Seven Grade One races run over jumps so far this season in Ireland have attracted just 37 runners in total

Tue Dec 17 2013 - 01:00
Darts, like Phil ‘The Power’ Taylor, hit the bullseye when it comes to self-regard

Darts, like Phil ‘The Power’ Taylor, hit the bullseye when it comes to self-regard

Mon Dec 16 2013 - 12:00
Goonyella’s Christmas target is Welsh Grand National

Goonyella’s Christmas target is Welsh Grand National

Trainer Jim Dreaper became first Irish-based trainer to win Welsh marathon five years ago with Notre Pere

Sat Dec 14 2013 - 01:00
Willie Mullins may hit 100-winner mark at Fairyhouse today

Willie Mullins may hit 100-winner mark at Fairyhouse today

Three more winners this weekend will give Mullins fastest ever century in Irish National Hunt season

Sat Dec 14 2013 - 01:00
Briar Hill fancied to land Sunday’s Navan Novice Hurdle

Briar Hill fancied to land Sunday’s Navan Novice Hurdle

Just four turn out for the Grade One feature but it still looks an above-average contest

Sat Dec 14 2013 - 01:00
Mixed reaction to Dundalk’s floodlit all-weather jumps course plan

Mixed reaction to Dundalk’s floodlit all-weather jumps course plan

Obstacles will be on the straights with a polytrack all-weather surface on the bends

Wed Dec 11 2013 - 01:00
Noel Meade hopeful more to come from Apache Stronghold

Noel Meade hopeful more to come from Apache Stronghold

Star novice one of seven left in Sunday’s Navan Novice Hurdle

Wed Dec 11 2013 - 01:00
Hurricane Fly is crowned Horse of the Year again

Hurricane Fly is crowned Horse of the Year again

Minister Simon Coveney stresses the need for efficiency between HRI and the Turf Club during awards ceremony

Tue Dec 10 2013 - 01:00
It’s just a bit Irish to think we win or lose just because we’re Irish

It’s just a bit Irish to think we win or lose just because we’re Irish

Mon Dec 09 2013 - 06:00
Durkan stroll for Avrika Ligeonniere as Sir Des  Champs hits the deck

Durkan stroll for Avrika Ligeonniere as Sir Des Champs hits the deck

Following his heavy at Punchestown Davy Russell stood down for rest of the day

Mon Dec 09 2013 - 01:00
Ruby Walsh has enviable book of rides at Navan

Ruby Walsh has enviable book of rides at Navan

Grade Two winner Felix Yonger joins exciting novice Faugheen and French imports Vautour and Urticaire

Sat Dec 07 2013 - 01:00
Sole Power and Slade Power hope to break European mould in Sprint

Sole Power and Slade Power hope to break European mould in Sprint

Eddie Lynam’s pair part of a five-strong Irish team taking part in Hong Kong International meeting

Sat Dec 07 2013 - 01:00
Sir Des Champs looks the answer to a tricky John Durkan Memorial Chase

Sir Des Champs looks the answer to a tricky John Durkan Memorial Chase

Too many question marks over last year’s winner Flemenstar

Sat Dec 07 2013 - 01:00
Wayne Lordan hopes to crack Vase on Galileo Rock in Hong Kong

Wayne Lordan hopes to crack Vase on Galileo Rock in Hong Kong

Four races at the world-renowned Sha Tin track are worth a colossal €6 million-plus

Wed Dec 04 2013 - 01:00
Flemenstar to meet Sir Des Champs in Durkan Chase

Flemenstar to meet Sir Des Champs in Durkan Chase

Jim Dreaper’s Goonyella installed as favourite for Paddy Power Chase at Christmas

Wed Dec 04 2013 - 01:00
Willie Mullins gearing up for Christmas with the usual strong hand

Willie Mullins gearing up for Christmas with the usual strong hand

The champion trainer has plentyof options for Leopardstown festival

Tue Dec 03 2013 - 01:00
O’Leary’s blink allows racing to maintain appearances

O’Leary’s blink allows racing to maintain appearances

Both sides, it seems, have stepped back from the brink of a fight

Mon Dec 02 2013 - 06:00
Jezki has the Hurricane in his sights

Jezki has the Hurricane in his sights

Jessica Harrington’s star takes the Hatton’s Grace Hurdle at Fairyhouse

Mon Dec 02 2013 - 01:00
Michael O’Leary withdraws Turf Club appeal

Michael O’Leary withdraws Turf Club appeal

Ryanair boss had threatened High Court proceedings over penalty

Sun Dec 01 2013 - 17:42
Lord Windermere poised to end a long wait for Ireland in Hennessy Gold Cup at Newbury

Lord Windermere poised to end a long wait for Ireland in Hennessy Gold Cup at Newbury

Trainer Jim Culloty also hoping for a success with Vaxalco at Fairyhouse

Sat Nov 30 2013 - 01:00
Jezki has gilt-edge chance to graduate to  forefront of  Cheltenham picture

Jezki has gilt-edge chance to graduate to forefront of Cheltenham picture

Gilt Shadow arriving very much under radar

Sat Nov 30 2013 - 01:00
Bookies expect Jezki to advertise his Champion Hurdle claims at Fairyhouse

Bookies expect Jezki to advertise his Champion Hurdle claims at Fairyhouse

Michael O’Leary’s Gigginstown Stud team add to their options by supplementing Dedigout into the Hatton’s Grace

Wed Nov 27 2013 - 01:00
Gigginstown Stud appeal provisionally scheduled for next Monday

Gigginstown Stud appeal provisionally scheduled for next Monday

High profile owner Michael O’Leary threatens to take Turf Club to High Court if appeal isn’t successful

Tue Nov 26 2013 - 01:00
Another childish sporting illusion goes up in smoke. Thanks ‘Wiki’

Another childish sporting illusion goes up in smoke. Thanks ‘Wiki’

For those of a certain vintage, the name Johnny Rep continues to reverberate with an impossible glamour

Mon Nov 25 2013 - 06:00
Paul Carberry guides Apache Stronghold  home at Navan

Paul Carberry guides Apache Stronghold home at Navan

Top jockey secures the fourth win of his latest comeback from injury

Mon Nov 25 2013 - 01:00
Simenon flies Irish flag in €4.1m Japan Cup

Simenon flies Irish flag in €4.1m Japan Cup

Hugely-exciting Annie Power puts her unbeaten record on the line at Ascot

Sat Nov 23 2013 - 01:01
Veteran Muirhead to relish quick ground in Troytown Chase at Navan

Veteran Muirhead to relish quick ground in Troytown Chase at Navan

Aidan O’Brien, Tony McCoy and JP McManus team up in Monksfield Novice Hurdle with Carriganog

Sat Nov 23 2013 - 01:00
Aidan O’Brien has old familiar territory in his sights

Aidan O’Brien has old familiar territory in his sights

Willie Mullins on track for Japan Cup bid with Simenon, as Ballydoyle master heads for Navan

Wed Nov 20 2013 - 01:00
Carberry can make successful return

Carberry can make successful return

Partisan looks best in maiden hurdle

Wed Nov 20 2013 - 01:00
Tofino Bay in ‘good shape’ for Ladbrokes Troytown Chase

Tofino Bay in ‘good shape’ for Ladbrokes Troytown Chase

Dessie Hughes-trained star got better of Like Your Style in a close finish to big handicap in 2012

Tue Nov 19 2013 - 01:00
Willie Mullins looking to bridge 30-year  gap with Simenon in Japan Cup

Willie Mullins looking to bridge 30-year gap with Simenon in Japan Cup

Briar Hill makes his much-anticipated jumping debut in opening Wexford maiden hurdle

Tue Nov 19 2013 - 01:00
Delusional role-model routine just another breathless wheeze

Delusional role-model routine just another breathless wheeze

Once athletes leave the playing field, they are no different to anyone else. Setting them up to be something they are not invites disappointment

Mon Nov 11 2013 - 06:00
Flemenstar delivers treble for Martin

Flemenstar delivers treble for Martin

Top-class eight-year-old lands Grade Two victory for relieved trainer on stable debut

Mon Nov 11 2013 - 01:00
Champion jockey adds winning brace to stunning record

Champion jockey adds winning brace to stunning record

Tony McCoy: I’m very privileged to have the job I have now’

Sun Nov 10 2013 - 18:15

Mullins can make Naas mark

Turnandgo looks exciting hurdling recruit

Sat Nov 09 2013 - 01:00
Flemenstar to make winning start for Martin

Flemenstar to make winning start for Martin

McCoy can strike for McManus

Sat Nov 09 2013 - 01:00
Simenon runs a blinder to finish fourth to Fiorente in Melbourne Cup

Simenon runs a blinder to finish fourth to Fiorente in Melbourne Cup

Trainer Willie Mullins may now take his star to Tokyo for the €4.1 million Japan Cup

Tue Nov 05 2013 - 17:10
Flemenstar set for first start for new trainer   Tony Martin

Flemenstar set for first start for new trainer Tony Martin

Former Peter Casey charge looking to capture Fortria Chase at Navan

Tue Nov 05 2013 - 01:00
McManus chasing Paris prize on the flat

McManus chasing Paris prize on the flat

Wachman-trained Hidden Oasis lines up in the Criterium De Maisons-Laffitte

Tue Nov 05 2013 - 00:30
Another memorable milestone set to fall to McCoy’s iron willpower

Another memorable milestone set to fall to McCoy’s iron willpower

Northern Irishman set to pass the 4,000-winner mark later this week

Mon Nov 04 2013 - 06:00
Aidan O’Brien’s Mekong River may head for France

Aidan O’Brien’s Mekong River may head for France

Colt made it four from four when routing his Leopardstown opposition

Mon Nov 04 2013 - 01:00
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