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# racing - Yesterday’s News

From The42 Superstar Enable will race again in 2020 with Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe a target Back In Action

Superstar Enable will race again in 2020 with Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe a target

22 hours ago 1,933 Views 5 Comments

Enable was last seen finishing second at Longchamp earlier this month.

From The42 17-year-old Sheridan still pinching himself after seizing his big opportunity at the Curragh Column

17-year-old Sheridan still pinching himself after seizing his big opportunity at the Curragh

Tue 12:46 PM 3,102 Views 1 Comment

The talented apprentice jockey had a landmark win on the Willie Mullins-trained Royal Illusion, writes Donn McClean.

# racing - Friday 11 October, 2019

From The42 Johnny Ward: Irish racing can lead the way in drug testing jockeys Positive Signs

Johnny Ward: Irish racing can lead the way in drug testing jockeys

Fri 12:49 PM 1,977 Views 2 Comments

‘There needs to be a greater deterrent and, if we increase the number of tests when we visit a racecourse, it could act as a deterrent,’ says Dr Jennifer Pugh.

# racing - Monday 30 September, 2019

Greyhound board in 'shock' over decision to not promote the sport to tourists Racing

Greyhound board in 'shock' over decision to not promote the sport to tourists

Sep 30th 2019, 3:23 PM 23,726 Views 67 Comments

Irish tourism bodies met with the Irish Greyhound Board to inform them of this decision last Thursday.

# racing - Friday 20 September, 2019

From The42 'I never dreamed we would reach a figure like this' - €2.5m raised by Pat Smullen's charity race Great Cause

'I never dreamed we would reach a figure like this' - €2.5m raised by Pat Smullen's charity race

Sep 20th 2019, 2:11 PM 3,492 Views 8 Comments

An all-star cast featuring Tony McCoy, Ruby Walsh, Joseph O’Brien, and Paul Carberry were in action at the Curragh last weekend.

From The42 The nights are getting longer, the mornings colder and nothing invites the winter like racing at Dundalk Column

The nights are getting longer, the mornings colder and nothing invites the winter like racing at Dundalk

Sep 20th 2019, 12:38 PM 3,157 Views 1 Comment

Geological and Mianna are worth keeping tabs on as racing returns to Dundalk, writes Johnny Ward.

# racing - Friday 6 September, 2019

From The42 Johnny Ward: Horses do the talking for shrewd, young trainer Emmet Mullins Next Gen

Johnny Ward: Horses do the talking for shrewd, young trainer Emmet Mullins

Sep 6th 2019, 3:27 PM 5,795 Views 2 Comments

This has been an extraordinary year for Mullins and young owner Paul Byrne.

# racing - Tuesday 3 September, 2019

From The42 'We love seeing each other getting winners' - The brothers who dream of becoming champion jockey Humans Of Horse Racing This post contains videos

'We love seeing each other getting winners' - The brothers who dream of becoming champion jockey

Sep 3rd 2019, 3:38 PM 9,820 Views 2 Comments

In the final episode of Humans of Horse Racing, we meet Tipperary siblings Nathan and Shane Crosse.

From The42 'There's a fair chance you won't see us riding again. It's a special cause for a special person in my life' Charity Race

'There's a fair chance you won't see us riding again. It's a special cause for a special person in my life'

Sep 3rd 2019, 1:52 PM 6,820 Views 1 Comment

Legends of racing met at Joseph O’Brien’s yard this morning to promote the Pat Smullen Champions Race for Cancer Trials Ireland.

# racing - Monday 2 September, 2019

From The42 Leopardstown change race times to avoid clash with All-Ireland football final replay

Leopardstown change race times to avoid clash with All-Ireland football final replay

Sep 2nd 2019, 5:46 PM 3,054 Views No Comments

The Irish Champions weekend takes place on 14-15 September.

# racing - Tuesday 27 August, 2019

From The42 The difference a year makes as Meath-based trainer Lyons wins first £1m Ebor Column

The difference a year makes as Meath-based trainer Lyons wins first £1m Ebor

Aug 27th 2019, 6:09 PM 4,281 Views 1 Comment

Having finished fourth in the race 12 months ago, Mustajeer claimed victory in York on Saturday, writes Donn McClean.

# racing - Tuesday 20 August, 2019

From The42 Drama aplenty as race starts four minutes early in Sligo, but result stands Horse Racing

Drama aplenty as race starts four minutes early in Sligo, but result stands

Aug 20th 2019, 10:49 PM 9,415 Views 3 Comments

Noel Meade and Sean Flanagan’s Caer won the premature start.

# racing - Tuesday 13 August, 2019

From The42 Cheltenham Champion Hurdle winner could be out for the season after suffering injury Espoir D'Allen

Cheltenham Champion Hurdle winner could be out for the season after suffering injury

Aug 13th 2019, 11:51 AM 3,309 Views 1 Comment

The Gavin Cromwell-trained Epsoir D’Allen has suffered the setback.

# racing - Wednesday 31 July, 2019

From The42 Delight for Gordon Elliott as Borice claims thrilling Galway Plate Borice This post contains videos

Delight for Gordon Elliott as Borice claims thrilling Galway Plate

Jul 31st 2019, 8:34 PM 4,938 Views 1 Comment

Wednesday’s win was a third in four years for Elliott, who enjoyed success last season with Clarcam.

# racing - Saturday 27 July, 2019

From The42 Enable shows guts and class to fend off Crystal Ocean and claim King George VI Chase Old Foes

Enable shows guts and class to fend off Crystal Ocean and claim King George VI Chase

Jul 27th 2019, 9:42 PM 2,508 Views 2 Comments

The brilliant daughter of Nathaniel showcased her typically immense attitude on Saturday evening.

# racing - Sunday 21 July, 2019

From The42 Another sprint star for Lynam as Soffia storms to victory at the Curragh Sunday Racing

Another sprint star for Lynam as Soffia storms to victory at the Curragh

Jul 21st 2019, 7:16 PM 3,070 Views 1 Comment

Declan McDonagh guided the filly to victory on Sunday afternoon.

# racing - Friday 19 July, 2019

From The42 'I had a marvellous life but there were sacrifices' - Meeting the voice of Irish racing Calling The Horses This post contains videos

'I had a marvellous life but there were sacrifices' - Meeting the voice of Irish racing

Jul 19th 2019, 11:58 AM 9,139 Views 1 Comment

In the latest episode of Humans of Horse Racing, recently-retired commentator Des Scahill looks back on his illustrious career.

# racing - Tuesday 9 July, 2019

From The42 Donn McClean: Enable's place in racing history is already assured, but she can achieve even more Column

Donn McClean: Enable's place in racing history is already assured, but she can achieve even more

Jul 9th 2019, 11:39 AM 1,895 Views No Comments

With Frankie Dettori on board, the John Gosden-trained five-year-old impressed in the Coral-Eclipse Stakes on Saturday.

# racing - Saturday 6 July, 2019

From The42 Weekend tips: Step up in trip should suit unexposed and consistent filly Tips

Weekend tips: Step up in trip should suit unexposed and consistent filly

Jul 6th 2019, 8:42 AM 2,905 Views No Comments

Richard Forristal makes his Saturday selections.

# racing - Thursday 4 July, 2019

From The42 Galway festival ruled out for Geraghty as he recovers from broken tibia and fibula Road To Recovery

Galway festival ruled out for Geraghty as he recovers from broken tibia and fibula

Jul 4th 2019, 11:01 AM 2,065 Views No Comments

The jockey is now aiming for a comeback at the Listowel Festival.

# racing - Wednesday 26 June, 2019

Almost 6,000 greyhounds killed in Ireland every year, new RTÉ documentary reveals Controversy

Almost 6,000 greyhounds killed in Ireland every year, new RTÉ documentary reveals

Jun 26th 2019, 6:10 AM 24,759 Views 90 Comments

The programme also revealed cases of unregulated hare coursing in Cork.

# racing - Friday 21 June, 2019

From The42 No escape from lure of horse ownership for me after Operation Houdini Racing

No escape from lure of horse ownership for me after Operation Houdini

Jun 21st 2019, 12:48 PM 5,638 Views 3 Comments

Johnny Ward trots down memory lane and praises the humble claimer.

# racing - Friday 14 June, 2019

From The42 Weekend Tips: Son of Sea The Stars can swell the coffers ahead of Ascot What Are The Odds

Weekend Tips: Son of Sea The Stars can swell the coffers ahead of Ascot

Jun 14th 2019, 2:07 PM 3,726 Views 2 Comments

Thom Malone runs through his picks from Saturday’s racing.

# racing - Friday 7 June, 2019

From The42 Weekend tips: Mullins will prevail with first Flat runner at Haydock Racing

Weekend tips: Mullins will prevail with first Flat runner at Haydock

Jun 7th 2019, 2:26 PM 7,279 Views 2 Comments

Thom Malone runs through his picks from Ireland, the UK and the US.

# racing - Friday 31 May, 2019

From The42 Weekend tips: Broome can cement O'Brien's greatness with seventh Epsom Derby victory Racing

Weekend tips: Broome can cement O'Brien's greatness with seventh Epsom Derby victory

May 31st 2019, 2:01 PM 2,653 Views 1 Comment

Galileo looms large on tomorrow’s Classic, writes Thom Malone.

From The42 'Three grand is all he cost! Can you imagine?' It's a long way from Tipperary for unlikely Epsom Dash favourite Hathiq Premier

'Three grand is all he cost! Can you imagine?' It's a long way from Tipperary for unlikely Epsom Dash favourite Hathiq

May 31st 2019, 12:53 PM 6,979 Views 3 Comments

Trainer Denis Hogan could be headline racing news in Britain this weekend.

# racing - Friday 24 May, 2019

From The42 Weekend tips: Surprise inclusion can prove Too Darn Hot in Irish 2,000 Guineas New Era

Weekend tips: Surprise inclusion can prove Too Darn Hot in Irish 2,000 Guineas

May 24th 2019, 4:27 PM 2,720 Views No Comments

There’s the first Irish Classics of 2019 at the newly-revamped Kildare course, and we throw an eye towards Haydock for the Temple Stakes.

# racing - Wednesday 22 May, 2019

From The42 Aidan O'Brien's expectations high for Epsom Derby challenge Holy Grail

Aidan O'Brien's expectations high for Epsom Derby challenge

May 22nd 2019, 11:36 AM 3,108 Views No Comments

Sir Dragonet is a best-priced 7-2 favourite for the Derby and is set to be joined by a host of stablemates.

# racing - Sunday 19 May, 2019

From The42 O'Brien mops up on Royal Ascot Trials Day, as Russell wins big in France Racing

O'Brien mops up on Royal Ascot Trials Day, as Russell wins big in France

May 19th 2019, 8:08 PM 4,588 Views 1 Comment

Russell added the Grand Steeple-Chase de Paris to his already incredible CV.

# racing - Friday 17 May, 2019

From The42 Weekend tips: Focusing on the action while 'Arma-Giggin' consequences remain far from a dead cert Racing

Weekend tips: Focusing on the action while 'Arma-Giggin' consequences remain far from a dead cert

May 17th 2019, 3:58 PM 2,205 Views No Comments

At the end of a week in which Michael O’Leary revealed plans to scale back his Gigginstown operation, our tipster Thom Malone looks to the immediate future.

# racing - Tuesday 7 May, 2019

From The42 Champion winning jockey Smullen retires from racing on medical advice Bowing Out

Champion winning jockey Smullen retires from racing on medical advice

May 7th 2019, 2:02 PM 4,505 Views 3 Comments

The jockey was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in March 2018.

# racing - Saturday 4 May, 2019

From The42 Raffles rounds off fine week for Henderson as Benie Des Dieux seals Annie Power win Punchestown

Raffles rounds off fine week for Henderson as Benie Des Dieux seals Annie Power win

May 4th 2019, 8:31 PM 2,563 Views No Comments

The big winners on a busy day at Punchestown.

# racing - Friday 3 May, 2019

From The42 Buveur D'Air rebounds with Punchestown triumph under Davy Russell Results

Buveur D'Air rebounds with Punchestown triumph under Davy Russell

May 3rd 2019, 8:54 PM 3,184 Views No Comments

JP McManus’ top-class hurdler reversed the Aintree placings with Supasundae at the Kildare venue.

From The42 Weekend tips: Dettori can clean up with Advertise in the 2000 Guineas Racing

Weekend tips: Dettori can clean up with Advertise in the 2000 Guineas

May 3rd 2019, 8:00 PM 2,686 Views No Comments

There’s loads of racing to look forward to over the bank holiday weekend, writes Thom Malone.

# racing - Thursday 2 May, 2019

From The42 Power proves worthy replacement for Ruby Walsh by clinching victory for Mullins Winner Alright This post contains videos

Power proves worthy replacement for Ruby Walsh by clinching victory for Mullins

May 2nd 2019, 8:11 PM 6,487 Views 2 Comments

Chacun Pour Soi stormed to victory in the Ryanair Novice Chase at Punchestown.

# racing - Friday 26 April, 2019

From The42 Weekend tips: Present Man a gift with Bryony Frost on board at Sandown Racing

Weekend tips: Present Man a gift with Bryony Frost on board at Sandown

Apr 26th 2019, 4:26 PM 2,386 Views No Comments

There’s plenty of action this weekend, writes Thom Malone.

From The42 'I’m like a bad smell, I'm going nowhere' - Ruby rejects retirement rumours Staying On

'I’m like a bad smell, I'm going nowhere' - Ruby rejects retirement rumours

Apr 26th 2019, 1:43 PM 3,080 Views 4 Comments

The champion jockey is focused on next week’s Punchestown Festival.

# racing - Sunday 21 April, 2019

From The42 Voix Du Reve leads home a Gold Cup one-two for Willie Mullins at Fairyhouse Easter Festival

Voix Du Reve leads home a Gold Cup one-two for Willie Mullins at Fairyhouse

Apr 21st 2019, 9:44 PM 3,356 Views No Comments

Meanwhile, Honeysuckle provided Rachael Blackmore with a first Irish Grade 1 victory.

# racing - Friday 19 April, 2019

From The42 Weekend tips: Benny is a friend of yours and Orr's dedication to pay dividends in Cork Irish Grand National

Weekend tips: Benny is a friend of yours and Orr's dedication to pay dividends in Cork

Apr 19th 2019, 6:00 PM 4,251 Views No Comments

Away from Fairyhouse there are plenty of punting opportunities this weekend, writes Thom Malone.

# racing - Wednesday 17 April, 2019

From The42 Last year's winner Elliott aiming to break his own record and run 14 in Irish Grand National Fairyhouse

Last year's winner Elliott aiming to break his own record and run 14 in Irish Grand National

Apr 17th 2019, 7:54 PM 5,595 Views 2 Comments

General Principle will be attempting to become the first back-to-back winner of the Fairyhouse event since 1976.

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