The Irish Times

Strict conditions facing Irish contingent at a much-changed Cheltenham

Just 170 visitors, including jockeys, will be largely confined to an ‘Irish bubble’

Sat Mar 13 2021 - 06:00

Irish challenger Aspire Tower to take on Solo in hot Triumph renewal

Paul Nicholls-trained juvenile’s recent Kempton success reveals stamina and speed

Fri Mar 13 2020 - 05:30

Defi Du Seuil confirms the form with Un De Sceaux at Ascot

Philip Hobbs’ star shows class and a fine turn of foot to see off 12-year-old hero in style

Sat Jan 18 2020 - 17:28

Altior on course to defend his Clarence House crown

Tingle Creek winner Defi Du Seuil also among the eight entries for Ascot feature

Fri Jan 03 2020 - 01:00

Blazer could help line a few pockets in Paddy Power Chase

JP McManus goes in search of a ninth win in the race with team of eight horses

Fri Dec 27 2019 - 06:00

Defi Du Seuil can repel home team in vintage Ryanair Chase

Philip Hobbs' raider could take wide open feature Thursday at Punchestown

Thu May 02 2019 - 06:00

Kemboy cut to as short as 5-1 for next year’s Cheltenham Gold Cup

Willie Mullins’s runner provides Ruby Walsh with perfect retirement cue

Thu May 02 2019 - 01:28

Aintree Grand National: TV details, start time and tips

Tiger Roll the hot favourite to retain crown in the world’s most famous steeplechase

Fri Apr 05 2019 - 08:40

Buveur D’Air and Apple’s Jade head Champion Hurdle field

Henderson’s dual winner to concede 7Ib to Elliott’s superstar mare as 14 are confirmed

Wed Mar 06 2019 - 18:20

Might Bite impresses as Henderson enjoys Grade One treble at Aintree

L’Ami Serge and We Have A Dream also win on opening day of festival

Thu Apr 12 2018 - 15:58

Faugheen declared for Irish Champion Hurdle

Willie Mullins’ 10-year-old looking to bounce back from Leopardstown disappointment

Thu Feb 01 2018 - 14:38

Great Field could bid for Queen Mother Champion Chase for McManus

Defi Du Seuil on track for Irish Champion Hurdle at Leopardstown

Mon Jan 22 2018 - 18:15

Fox Norton leads British challenge on day one at Punchestown

Number of UK runners travelling to Kildare venue expected to be down this year

Sun Apr 23 2017 - 16:06

Champagne West impresses on profitable day for De Bromhead

Former Philip Hobbs inmate was a second winner for Henry De Bromhead

Mon Jan 02 2017 - 01:00

Coneygree’s trainer Sara Bradstock not scared of Thistlecrack

Cue Card likely be Gold Cup winner’s main threat should he appear in King George

Tue Dec 13 2016 - 12:30

Aidan Coleman in line for Coneygree ride at Haydock

Richard Johnson could still take ride on Gold Cup winner if Menorah declared a non-runner

Thu Nov 17 2016 - 10:24

Paul Nicholls nails down 10th trainer’s title at Sandown

Willie Mullins withdraws Vroum Vroum Mag and targets Punchestown

Sat Apr 23 2016 - 18:41

Paul Nicholls: Willie Mullins could take my crown with top Cheltenham

Nine-time British champion trainer still confident of strong end to season

Tue Feb 09 2016 - 19:27

Willie Mullins has strong hand for Betfair Hurdle at Newbury

Dicosimo, Kalkir and Petite Parisienne all remain among entries at five-day stage

Mon Feb 08 2016 - 13:56

Brilliant Douvan the star entry for Cheltenham Arkle

Willie Mullins has numerous entries in RSA, JLT Novices’ and National Hunt chases

Thu Jan 28 2016 - 13:24

Vautour one of a record 22 Irish entries for Ryanair Chase

However Cheltenham Gold Cup is main target for two-time festival winner

Thu Jan 14 2016 - 12:41

More Of That could follow Coneygree’s path after Cheltenham win

Jonjo O’Neill wouldn’t be afraid of entering novice in next March’s Gold Cup

Sat Dec 12 2015 - 15:33

AP McCoy to partner Cantlow in his final Irish Grand National

Champion Jockey will wear the green and gold on Paul Webber trained 10-year-old

Fri Apr 03 2015 - 11:59

Wounded Warrior to carry top weight for Irish Grand National

Connections of Fairyhouse favourite Gallant Oscar are keen on going for Aintree instead

Thu Apr 02 2015 - 10:54

Irish Grand National to put reserve system in place

Up to three reserves could be included should horses pull out by Sunday deadline

Tue Mar 31 2015 - 01:00

Plan for Cause of Causes not yet decided

JP McManus’s Cheltenham winner has a choice of Grand Nationals for his next start

Tue Mar 24 2015 - 12:04

Grand Jesture and Gallant Oscar joint favourites for Irish Grand National

Horses finished second and third to The Druids Nephew at Cheltenham

Wed Mar 18 2015 - 14:32

Sprinter Sacre and Sire De Grugy among record 33 entries for Champion Chase

Finian’s Rainbow and Sizing Europe among the last four winners set to do battle at Cheltenham

Fri Jan 09 2015 - 01:00

Splash Of Ginge sees off Hunt Ball at Cheltenham

Jockey Jamie Bargary gets late call to partner Nigel Twiston-Davies’s charge

Thu Jan 01 2015 - 16:30

Hurricane Fly and Jezki set for another duel

Big names two of just three horses declared for Champion Hurdle at Punchestown

Wed Apr 30 2014 - 11:39

Peter Maher hoping Big Shu can deliver on National duty

Kildare trainer says Cheltenham winner the ‘deserves a crack at’ Aintree Festival

Thu Apr 03 2014 - 18:25

On His Own added to Gold Cup field

Willie Mullins opts for a crack at Gold Cup at Cheltenham next week over Grand National

Sat Mar 08 2014 - 13:18

Oscar Whisky furthers claims with Cheltenham success

Nicky Henderson’s nine-year-old cut for March’s Jewson Novices’ Chase

Wed Jan 01 2014 - 15:48

Captain Chris to miss King George

Willie Mullins-trained Prince de Beauchene will also miss St Stephen’s Day Grade One at Kempton

Mon Dec 23 2013 - 13:08