Category: National Hunt Racing

The Irish Thoroughbred Marketing [ITM] Irish Stallion Trail will take place next weekend, Friday 10th and Saturday 11th January 2025. The Irish Stallion Trail is an annual showcase for the Irish thoroughbred breeding industry, with stallion farms across Ireland opening their doors to breeders and the general public. Over 30 stallion farms will participate in […]

Leopardstown Christmas Festival 2024: Full Race Times and Schedule The Leopardstown Christmas Festival is one of Ireland’s most anticipated horse racing events, running from December 26th to 29th, 2024. This four-day extravaganza attracts racing enthusiasts from across the globe, offering world-class action and festive excitement. Whether you’re a seasoned racegoer or experiencing the thrill for […]

Half a chance wins on his first ride over sticks in Ireland in the 5:45 Connolly’s RED MILLS Irish EBF Auction Maiden Hurdle (IRE Incentive Race) (4yo+) at Limerick This was quickly followed up by a fine ride to win a double with Seasett in the 6:47 2m3f Tote, Never Beaten By SP Handicap Hurdle […]

In an unprecedented milestone, the esteemed Willie Mullins has been officially declared the British Champion National Hunt Trainer for the 2023/24 season. This historic victory marks him as the first trainer from Ireland to clinch this prestigious title since the legendary Vincent O’Brien in 1954. Mullins’ journey to the championship was a testament to his unparalleled expertise and the […]

I am Maximus Draws The Crowds – In Triumphant Homecoming in Leighlinbridge, County Carlow, Ireland – The charming town of Leighlinbridge was alight with excitement today, Tuesday, as residents turned out in force to celebrate the homecoming of their local hero, I Am Maximus. The champion racehorse, who stole the show at Aintree under jockey […]

Willie Mullins Chases Historic British Trainers’ Title After Grand National Glory Entries so far below Irish Trainer Eyes Unprecedented Double Willie Mullins, the legendary Irish jump racing trainer, has set his sights on a history-making achievement: the coveted British trainers’ championship. This ambition comes on the heels of his resounding victory in the Grand National […]

I am Maximus wins the Aintree Grand National 2024 1st 5 I Am Maximus T: W P Mullins J: P Townend 7 ½ 2nd 11 Delta Work T: G Elliott J: JW Kennedy ½ 3rd 6 Minella Indo T: H De Bromhead J: Rachael Blackmore ½ 4th 13 Galvin T: G Elliott J: Sam Ewing […]

During this video Mr AP McCoy and Mr Barry Geraghty we filmed  at Aintree where the pair were filming their selections for the last two races on Thursday and Fridays, @AP_McCoy @BarryJGeraghty no point in sending cease and decists lads, when it's out there its out there. pic.twitter.com/ZN3LudHsdu — Andy 🇮🇪 (@MurtMalta) April 12, 2024 […]

Given the amount of rain that is falling and is forecast at Aintree today and tomorrow, it would seem the hurdles may be the option that will see Hewick run in Saturday’s JRL Group Liverpool Hurdle. Hewick is currently trading at 35/1 on the exchanges , interstingly Hewick is not showing in betting for the […]