Feb 26
Clonmel Thursday 29 February 2024 Preview

Clonmel Thursday 29 February 2024 13:47 – 14:22 – 14:57 – 15:32 – 16:07 – 16:42 – 17:17 13:47 Clonmel Irish Stallion Farms EBF Mares Beginners Chase 2m 4f | 8 Runners | Eight vie for glory in tightly contested race A field of eight horses go head-to-head in what promises to be a thrilling […]

Feb 23
The 2024 Gold Cup: Can Galopin Des Champs Defend His Crown?

The 2024 Gold Cup: Can Galopin Des Champs Defend His Crown? The roar of the crowd, the thunder of hooves, and the ultimate test of equine courage – the Cheltenham Gold Cup returns! This year, the race celebrates its 100th anniversary, promising an even more electrifying atmosphere on Friday, March 15th, 2024. Can the reigning […]

Feb 12
Big interview – Trainer John ‘Shark’ Hanlon on Finding a Superstar

Trainer John ‘Shark’ Hanlon has confessed he’d “travel the world” for a horse like his Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup contender, Hewick, found in a local sale “five minutes down the road.” Hewick: The Tough Contender Describing the nine-year-old Hewick as “tough as nails,” Hanlon marvels at the horse’s resilience, having earned over £600,000 despite costing […]

Feb 06
Preview: Ballydoyle’s Promising Entries in Qatar and Saudi Cup Night

Preview: Ballydoyle’s Promising Entries in Qatar and Saudi Cup Night Ballydoyle Stables, renowned for its excellence in horse racing, is gearing up for two major events: the Qatar meeting on February 17th and the Saudi Cup Night on February 24th. With a roster of talented entries, including some well-known names and promising newcomers, anticipation is […]

Feb 06
The French Takeover: Is Irish Racing Breeding Falling Behind?

The French Takeover: Is Irish Racing Breeding Falling Behind? In the recent Dublin Racing Festival, a worrying trend emerged that raised eyebrows and sparked discussions within the Irish racing community. Out of the eight Grade One winners at the festival, an astounding seven were born in France. This dominance, coupled with the fact that the […]

Feb 06
List of Willie Mullins possible runners in the 2024 Aintree Grand National

Here are all the entries trained by W. P. Mullins for the 2024 Aintre Grand National: 1. Adamantly Chosen (IRE) 2. Asterion Forlonge (FR) 3. Bronn (IRE) 4. Capodanno (FR) 5. Classic Getaway (IRE) 6. Glengouly (FR) 7. I Am Maximus (FR) 8. Its On The Line (IRE) 9. James du Berlais (FR) 10. Janidil […]