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# racing - Friday 10 July, 2020
Freewheelin Dylan clams Midlands National after dramatic photo finish
‘I thought I was beaten at the line,’ said Ricky Doyle, who was the winning jockey for Dermot McLoughlin.
# racing - Thursday 2 July, 2020
Aidan O'Brien fields six-strong challenge for Epsom Derby
The Irish trainer is bidding for a record eighth English Derby success on Saturday.
# racing - Tuesday 16 June, 2020
‘Special day’ for Crowley with Battaash highlight of Royal Ascot treble
King’s Stand victory was ‘unfinished business’ as Battaash triumphed.
# racing - Sunday 14 June, 2020
A newspaper ad, a move from Cork to Australia and winning Group 1 races during Covid-19 crisis
Jockey Johnny Allen on his journey from Cork to winning high-profile races in Australia.
# racing - Saturday 13 June, 2020
Delight for Aidan O'Brien as Peaceful claims the Irish 1,000 Guineas
The winner, ridden by Seamie Heffernan, had only managed to win one of her three starts last year.
# racing - Monday 8 June, 2020
Aidan O'Brien back to winning ways as Irish racing makes its return
Naas staged the first Irish meeting since the Covid-19 shutdown today.
# racing - Friday 5 June, 2020
Coronation Cup joy for Charlie Appleby as Ghaiyyath romps to Newmarket victory
The five-year-old was sent off the 11-10 favourite and William Buick was quick to employ front-running tactics.
# racing - Tuesday 2 June, 2020
Jubilant Dettori back in business at Kempton
No crowds, but still celebration time on winning return.
# racing - Saturday 16 May, 2020
'It's an incredible journey and we're only getting started' - 17-year-old Cork drifting star enjoying family affair
Conor Shanahan is Ireland’s most exciting young motorsports talent and one of the brightest rising stars of global drifting.
# racing - Monday 11 May, 2020
Horse racing has returned in France today
There is action at Longchamp on Monday, with Batwan taking the Prix de Saint-Georges.
# racing - Sunday 3 May, 2020
'I was filled with so much emotion, I ran down to meet them all and it was absolutely magic'
Ted Walsh on his greatest winning run as a racing trainer and celebrating with his family.
# racing - Saturday 2 May, 2020
Walsh backs racing’s ability to adapt to life behind closed doors
‘Golden opportunity for racing to showcase itself’.
# racing - Tuesday 21 April, 2020
Galway Races won't take place 'as an open event' this summer
The news comes after today’s government announcement that no licences would be given for events of more than 5,000 people until September.
# racing - Saturday 18 April, 2020
€25m aid package announced for British horse racing
The funds will be made available for jockeys, training yards, stable staff and horse welfare.
# racing - Wednesday 8 April, 2020
Quiz: How well do you know the racing careers of Ted and Ruby Walsh?
It’s 20 years today since the pair were celebrating their Grand National win.
# racing - Saturday 4 April, 2020
Quiz: How many of these Grand National winners can you name?
Can you recall the famous winners at Aintree?
# racing - Friday 3 April, 2020
'There'll come a time when sport will become important again I think for people's morale'
ITV Racing presenter Ed Chamberlin on Tiger Roll, the Grand National and racing memories.
# racing - Friday 27 March, 2020
Johnny Ward: The Dundalk controversy that has Irish horse racing talking
Events of last Friday, which involved a 1-2 for trainer Denis Hogan, have been referred to the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board.
# racing - Tuesday 24 March, 2020
Irish horse racing to be shut down as Taoiseach bans all sporting events
Race meetings have still been taking place behind closed doors, but that will stop after today’s announcement.
# racing - Friday 13 March, 2020
Mullins the epitome of grace after triumphant Friday and Gold Cup for the ages
Four wins on the final day at Cheltenham saw Willie Mullins named the Festival’s top trainer.
Whatever about the British government, Irish racing can hold its head high
The decision to allow Cheltenham to continue today has been heavily criticised but the HRI has correctly opted to go behind closed doors, writes Johnny Ward.
People returning from Cheltenham without Covid-19 symptoms will not need to self-isolate, says Harris
“We have followed our own government’s advice very closely indeed,” Ian Renton of the Cheltenham Festival said.
# racing - Thursday 12 March, 2020
3 tips for Friday as Cheltenham climaxes with the Gold Cup
We’re down to the final day at Prestbury Park – but it’s a big one.
As it happened: Cheltenham Festival, Day 3
The Stayers’ Hurdle is the feature race on Day 3.
Poll: Who do you think will win the Stayers' Hurdle today at Cheltenham?
Paisley Park is the strong favourite.
# racing - Wednesday 11 March, 2020
Tiger Roll goes down fighting as JP McManus Cheltenham winning tally grows
Gordon Elliott’s charge finished second behind Easysland.
'Deep down, most racing fans at Cheltenham know they shouldn't be here'
Johnny Ward asks himself if he should be among 60,000 spectators watching horses run in a field at the time of global crisis.
Champ storms to stunning last-gasp RSA success at Cheltenham for Geraghty and JP
An incredible finish to the RSA Chase today.
3 expert tips for the penultimate day at Cheltenham
Johnny Ward gives his selections for the Marsh Novices’ Chase, the Ryanair Chase and the Stayers’ Hurdle.
As it happened: Cheltenham Festival, Day 2
The Queen Mother Champion Chase is the feature race on the second day of the festival.
From The42 
Chacun Pour Soi misses Queen Mother Champion Chase
Willie Mullins’ charge was set to clash with main market rival Defi Du Seuil.
Poll: Who do you think will win today’s Champion Chase at Cheltenham?
Defi Du Seuil and Chacun Pour Soi are the two leading contenders.
# racing - Tuesday 10 March, 2020
Irish glory as De Bromhead and Coleman celebrate Cheltenham Arkle success
Prolific mare Put The Kettle On triumphed on the opening day.
3 top tips for Wednesday's racing at the Cheltenham Festival
Altior won’t be defending his Champion Chase crown, but we’ve got Johnny Ward’s picks for you to consider.
As it happened: Cheltenham Festival, Day 1
The Champion Hurdle was the feature race on the opening day of the festival.
Poll: Who do you think will win today’s Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham?
Epatante is the favourite but who will win the feature race on the first day of the festival?
# racing - Monday 9 March, 2020
Bookmakers know that defeat for Envoi Allen this week is massive in battle with punters
Not many top-level horses go their career unbeaten but the dream is alive for the Gordon Elliott-trained star, writes Johnny Ward.
Altior given ‘every chance’ to defend Champion Chase crown
Nicky Henderson has declared the 10-year-old for Wednesday’s race at Cheltenham.
The Powers and the glory: Robbie and father Con on winning, life and more
At home with two of the world’s real competitiors ahead of this year’s Cheltenham Festival.
# racing - Sunday 8 March, 2020
Noel Meade's Cap York records first win over fences to claim Leinster National
A field of 14 runners went to post for the €100,000 handicap chase this afternoon at Naas.
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Poll: Should there be a facility near Dublin Airport where people have to quarantine?
SHOULD THERE BE a facility near Dublin Airport where people arriving in Ireland have to self-quarantine?
If such a facility were to be built, the cost and maintenance would most likely fall to the Irish government.
This weekend, there have been many reports of tourists arriving in Ireland from around the world, including from places where there are a high number of Covid-19 cases, like New York and Texas.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said today that it is too soon for British tourists to travel to Ireland without quarantining for the required two weeks.
So, we’re asking: should there be a government facility near Dublin Airport where people have to quarantine for the required two-weeks?
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