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2018 winner ruled out of the Cheltenham Gold Cup due to injury
Native River will miss the marquee race next month.
De Bromhead in no rush to commit to Honeysuckle target
Champion Hurdle or Mares’ Hurdle await for the unbeaten six-year-old.
Tiger Roll delights Gordon Elliott on Navan return while Cracking Smart first
The Grand National hero raced with real enthusiasm for fifth in Boyne Hurdle comeback.
Cyrname’s safe return is ‘biggest winner of the day’ for Nicholls after heavy fall
The 4-11 favourite was well beaten when he crashed out at the last.
Let the Tiger roar: History likely to weigh heavy on racing's most perplexing success story
The handicapper has done Tiger Roar and Gigginstown no favours ahead of another Grand National bid, writes Johnny Ward.
Racing cancelled at Punchestown after heavy snowfall
It is the latest sporting event to be cancelled in the past few days.
Racing criticise 'ludicrous' and 'grotesque' decision to only fine Saracens
The French club are not happy.
Weight and see: Michael O'Leary hoping handicapper gives Tiger Roll a fair shot at history
The Gigginstown boss will be awaiting the decision with interest, writes Johnny Ward.
Kennedy will miss Cheltenham due to leg injury in race after winning Irish Gold Cup
Kennedy suffered the injury in the next race after he had celebrated Delta Work’s success.
Young Limerick jockey McNamara enjoying hot streak
Having claimed a first win for his father in 2018, Conor has had sustained success with Gavin Cromwell of late, writes Donn McClean.
Van Graan's Munster must find the quality to close gap on Europe's very best
‘We always want to improve our squad and our team,’ said Munster boss Johann van Graan.
Today's racing at Punchestown cancelled due to 'safety concerns' amid storm
The entire country is under a Status Orange alert as Storm Brendan hits.
Munster's European campaign all but over as Racing finish over the top in Paris
Johann van Graan’s men were blown away in the final 10 minutes after an even contest.
Van Graan asks for patience as Munster regroup for 'knockout' clash with Racing
With a new system to bed in, Johann van Graan laments that he has not been able to maintain a consistent starting XV.
Johnny Ward: Cheltenham should be careful what it wishes for with five-day debate
Our columnist on the prospect of change for the March racing showpiece.
If it ain't broke: Al Boum Photo setting out Gold Cup stall
‘History tells you that it’s not easy to win the Cheltenham Gold Cup more than once,’ writes Donn McClean.
Delta Work leaves it late to clinch Savill's Chase thriller at Leopardstown
Monalee was beaten into second.
Davy Russell lands feature race at Limerick and Welsh Grand National sees home winner
Fury Road won the main race at Limerick while Potters Corner triumphed at Chepstow.
Faugheen produces Christmas magic in Limerick
The 11-year-old registered his 11th Grade One victory and a first over fences.
King George still fascinating despite Altior's likely absence
Nicky Henderson’s horse would have brought an extra dimension to the race, writes Donn McClean.
Elliott's favourite Andy Dufresne is upset at Navan
A surprise victory for Latest Exhibition with Bryan Cooper on board.
What impact will Brexit have on horse racing?
These are interesting times.
The Champion Hurdle is a blurred picture for now, but it's an intriguing one
It will gradually come into focus as the season rolls along, writes Donn McClean.
Two Irish jockeys test positive for cocaine
David Simmonson and Cian Cullinan have received bans from the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board.
Kemboy cleared to race again following owner's Horse Racing Ireland ban
The Cheltenham Gold Cup contender will feature in the Savills Chase at Leopardstown over Christmas after today’s decision.
'We're a club that doesn’t know how to give up' - Van Graan takes the two points
Munster now face into back-to-back ties with Saracens in Europe.
Late JJ drop-goal slips wide as Russell inspires Racing to draw in Limerick
Johann van Graan’s men nearly grabbed a late, late win at Thomond Park.
Analysis: Vakatawa and Ringrose's lines cleverly exploit off-guard defences
The Racing centre was in devastating form in his side’s big win over Saracens last weekend.
Donn McClean: Altior and Cyrname set for fascinating showdown this weekend
The highly-rated steeplechasers will face off in the Christy 1965 Chase at Ascot on Saturday.
Hanrahan returns to Munster training ahead of huge clash with Racing
Meanwhile, Stephen Larkham paid tribute to Alby Mathewson ahead of his departure.
Zebo set for 'special occasion' on return to Thomond Park to face Munster
The Racing 92 man is hopeful new Ireland boss Andy Farrell will call him up to the national squad.
Faugheen wins at Punchestown as Klassical Dream upset by Saldier
The 2015 Champion Hurdle Winner got off to a winning start over fences.
Kevin Doyle's €155,000 purchase of Altior's half-brother has grabbed headlines
There was drama involving the former Ireland and Premier League footballer at Fairyhouse this week, writes Johnny Ward.
Apple's Jade stunned as Bacardys claims Lismullen Hurdle win at Navan
Ballyoisin won the other Grade 2 race of the day at the Meath rack.
Donn McClean: Saturday's Champion Chase could send ripples through the season
One of Ireland’s top racing journalists picks out the horses worth following after Road To Respect’s victory at Down Royal.
If you cannot afford to pay an odds compiler you shouldn't be laying bets on Irish racing
It is obvious the majority of bookmakers are copying the work of a rival’s odds-compiler, writes Johnny Ward.
Johnny Ward: Irish racing can be proud of new horse welfare programme for prisoners
The first sod has been turned to begin work on a new facility in Castlerea.
Superstar Enable will race again in 2020 with Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe a target
Enable was last seen finishing second at Longchamp earlier this month.
17-year-old Sheridan still pinching himself after seizing his big opportunity at the Curragh
The talented apprentice jockey had a landmark win on the Willie Mullins-trained Royal Illusion, writes Donn McClean.
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Johnny Ward: Bull roars to dramatic victory in festive Leopardstown test
There was a memorable soundtrack as Jack Kennedy took the main prize on Day 2 of the Christmas Festival.
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