
Wednesday’s Punchestown card postponed after deluge of rain hits track
- Racing
- February 23, 2021, 17:18
Hopes remain for cards at Thurles and refixed Gowran Park meeting

HRI examining insurance options after €389k loss on cash transit
- Racing
- February 23, 2021, 14:54
PAC hears 2019 liquidation of security transit company a ‘very unfortunate event’ for racing body

Willie Mullins juggling anticipation and stoicism ahead of Cheltenham 2021
- Racing
- February 23, 2021, 06:00
Festival will be an unfortunate anniversary for some rather than a joyous exhibition

Irish rugby is the latest example of how new isn’t always better
- Rugby
- February 22, 2021, 05:00
Pushing aside the old dog for the promise of something fresh can often backfire

Tiger Roll set to take some disappointing form in to Cheltenham
- Racing
- February 21, 2021, 15:29
Gordon Elliott-trained 11-year-old tailed off in the Boyne Hurdle at Navan on Sunday

TG4 to broadcast racing on seven consecutive weekends in March and April
- Racing
- February 19, 2021, 16:35
Four Irish-trained runners feature on undercard at the King Abdulaziz racecourse outside Riyadh in programme worth $30.5m

Ireland’s top amateur riders await clarity on Cheltenham fate
- Racing
- February 19, 2021, 15:20
British amateurs have not been able to compete since last month because of Covid-19 restrictions

IHRB insists Irish racing is ‘clean’ following Charles Byrnes appeal
- Racing
- February 18, 2021, 17:50
‘If we get evidence we will certainly follow it up. But at this stage the case is closed’

Charles Byrnes fails in appeal against ban over Viking Hoard case
- Racing
- February 18, 2021, 12:50
Trainer suspended for six months after horse tesed positive for banned substance in 2018

Michael O’Leary keeps his silence over Tiger Roll’s heavy Grand National load
- Racing
- February 16, 2021, 15:35
Back-to-back winner will carry his biggest weight in race if owner decides to run him

Investigation continuing into betting trends on race at Dundalk last March
- Racing
- February 16, 2021, 15:22
Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board give no time frame for conclusion to investigation

Point-to-point sector clings to hope it will be allowed to resume next month
- Racing
- February 15, 2021, 17:00
Trainer Colin Bowe says recent removal of exemption for point-to-point threatens to have a massive impact on section of racing

Punchestown and Galway aim to race away during vaccination campaign
- Racing
- February 15, 2021, 16:00
Courses have been named as county centres for Covid-19 jabs

Should our athletes jump the queue for vaccines in order to go to Olympics?
- Other Sports
- February 15, 2021, 06:00
Tipping Point: Proposed Olympic Games in Japan pose an ethical dilemma for many countries

Irish raiders set to dominate Cheltenham again
- Racing
- February 14, 2021, 18:45
Paul Nicholls labels Champion Chase favourite Chacun Pour Soi ‘nearly unbeatable’

HRI expecting no substantial crowds at racecourses this year
- Racing
- February 14, 2021, 14:56
Brian Kavanagh says slim chance of any change in restrictions until at least autumn

Horse Racing Ireland announces plans to tighten up anti-doping measures
- Racing
- February 13, 2021, 01:03
Plans for improved out-of-competition testing and lifetime traceability bring promise of fundamental change

Naas racecourse schedules 7.30am morning inspection
- Racing
- February 12, 2021, 15:47
Overnight snow could mean track joins Newbury and Warwick, both cancelled on Friday

Irish racing’s anti-doping system to be shaken up
- Racing
- February 12, 2021, 15:23
Oversight body signals lifetime traceability and out-of-competition testing for thoroughbreds

Willie Mullins sends out chilling signal of Cheltenham intent
- Racing
- February 10, 2021, 06:00
Nine wins from 15 races at the Dublin Racing Festival shows strength of trainer’s team

Charles Byrnes must wait on verdict in appeal against six-month ban
- Racing
- February 9, 2021, 20:54
Video conference hears almost two hours of evidence in Viking Hoard case

Davy Russell still has his sights set on Cheltenham
- Racing
- February 9, 2021, 15:18
Jockey back riding on the gallops after almost four months out with serious neck injury

Brian O’Connor: Australian Open will offer a rare slice of sporting solace
- Other Sports
- February 8, 2021, 06:00
Tennis has not had a good pandemic - there is a lot riding on this month’s tournament

Charles Byrnes: ‘we don’t believe that we were in any way negligent’
- Racing
- February 7, 2021, 18:48
Trainer saddled the JP McManus owned Off You Go to win at the Dublin Racing Festival

Kemboy gives Willie Mullins an 11th Irish Gold Cup success
- Racing
- February 7, 2021, 17:48
The champion trainer won nine of the 15 races up for grabs during the weekend

Honeysuckle secures back-to-back Irish Champion Hurdle victories
- Racing
- February 6, 2021, 17:41
Rachael Blackmore rides star mare to victory on opening day of the Dublin Racing Festival

Hopes high for Rachael Blackmore at Dublin Racing Festival
- Racing
- February 6, 2021, 06:00
Top jockey to partner Honeysuckle and Minella Indo in feature renewals at festival

Dublin Racing Festival: Mullins mob-handed in pursuit of success
- Racing
- February 6, 2021, 06:00
Top handler takes 60 mounts to Leopardstown, double that of great rival Gordon Elliott

The Racing World of Damon Runyon: Master storyteller’s writing still a sure thing
- Racing
- February 5, 2021, 10:22
Wise-cracking gangsters and guys on the make define era from which they emerged

IHRB unreservedly apologises for shambolic scenes at Naas
- Racing
- February 4, 2021, 19:17
The matter was referred to chief executive Denis Egan for further investigation

Unbeaten Honeysuckle poised for a stiff test in Dublin Festival highlight
- Racing
- February 3, 2021, 01:07
De Bromhead and Blackmore have another favourite with Minella Indo in Irish Gold Cup

Viking Hoard case highlights lack of trust in regulation of Irish racing
- Racing
- February 1, 2021, 05:45
Report leaves a lot of questions unanswered and shows need for a major shake-up

False start fiasco at Naas has some bookmakers refunding bets
- Racing
- January 31, 2021, 18:22
Ruby Walsh said the field shouldn’t have been let go and described it as ‘shambolic’

Willie Mullins says staff must be vigilant for horses being nobbled
- Racing
- January 31, 2021, 14:26
‘Once you have banks, you’re going to have bank robbers,’ says the champion trainer

Trainer Brion looking for a landmark success in Naas
- Racing
- January 30, 2021, 01:00
Victory for Winston C or Baltimore Bucko would be a first American-trained winner over jumps in Ireland

Some on-track bookmakers unlikely to return to racecourses post-pandemic
- Racing
- January 29, 2021, 19:22
On-course bookmakers haven’t been operating since first Covid-19 lockdown last March

Gordon Elliott slams ‘barbaric’ standard of stewards enquiries in Ireland
- Racing
- January 29, 2021, 17:30
Trainer saw Jack Kennedy and Folcano denied in Navan on Friday after an enquiry

Saturday’s Fairyhouse card under threat after passing Friday inspection
- Racing
- January 29, 2021, 16:34
More rain forecast for overnight with the going already heavy at Meath track

Coko Beach takes the Thyestes for Gordon Elliott at Gowran Park
- Racing
- January 28, 2021, 16:44
Charles Byrnes appeal against six-month Viking Hoard ban to be heard on Tuesday week

Money to install CCTV at Irish racecourse stable-yards in 2018 spent elsewhere
- Racing
- January 26, 2021, 17:49
Absence of CCTV in some stable-yards highlighted by Charles Byrne-Viking Hoard case

Allaho to star in Wednesday’s rescheduled Thurles card
- Racing
- January 26, 2021, 16:15
First jumps action in Ireland for eight days is followed by Gowran Park on Thursday

Jockeys shocked and appalled at Viking Hoard case
- Racing
- January 25, 2021, 17:00
Irish Jockeys Association say no regard whatsoever shown for either horse or rider

Down Royal facing inspection ahead of Tuesday’s fixture
- Racing
- January 25, 2021, 16:30
Parts of the Chase track were unfit for racing on Monday afternoon due to frost

Charles Byrnes can saddle runners ahead of appeal against six month ban
- Racing
- January 24, 2021, 17:00
It is not a requirement of the licensing committee to have CCTV in stable-yards

Kavanagh says betting aspect of the Viking Hoard case is ‘troubling’
- Racing
- January 22, 2021, 18:08
HRI to engage with Betfair and regulators over anonymous betting through ‘white label’ companies

Bleak forecast hangs over hopes of racing at Navan and Thurles
- Racing
- January 22, 2021, 15:51
Saturday’s Navan card subject to an 8am inspection due to threat of overnight frost

Charles Byrnes plans to appeal six-month suspension of his licence
- Racing
- January 19, 2021, 11:38
Trainer’s licence withdrawn after runner ‘nobbled’ with a sedative at Tramore in 2018

French Light can provide landmark winner for Keri Brion
- Racing
- January 19, 2021, 06:00
Novice hurdler would be a first American-trained winner over jumps in Ireland

Waiting Patiently to drop back in trip at Ascot
- Racing
- January 19, 2021, 06:00
Ruth Jefferson-trained star supplemented for Clarence House as Politologue heads entries

Envoi Allen continues relentless march at Punchestown
- Racing
- January 17, 2021, 13:30
Dual Cheltenham winner made it 11 consecutive wins with ease over two and a half miles

Brian O'Connor: Argument for playing on still stands – even if optics are poor
- Other Sports
- January 16, 2021, 06:00
It is fair to ask whether or not elite sport should continue as the pandemic rages

VAT fears eased as Willie Mullins’ Grangee enters UK without charge
- Racing
- January 15, 2021, 19:02
Mare could become first Irish horse to race in Brexit Britain at Market Rasen on Saturday

Unbeaten Envoi Allen faces stiffest chase test yet at Punchestown
- Racing
- January 15, 2021, 11:49
Asterion Forlonge looks the main danger to Gordon Elliott’s prodigious seven-year-old

Point-to-point season suspended as part of Government coronavirus restrictions
- Racing
- January 13, 2021, 16:24
Department of Agriculture clarify that sport is not included in category of professional and elite sports

Bob Olinger tops market for first Grade One of the year at Naas
- Racing
- January 13, 2021, 06:00
Gavin Cromwell’s Gabynako looks a good value bet in rearranged race

Punchestown may be used as coronavirus vaccination centre
- Racing
- January 12, 2021, 16:55
The Co Kildare racecourse is currently a testing venue for the Covid-19 virus

Colm O’Donoghue signals end to jockey career
- Racing
- January 12, 2021, 16:46
Classic-winning rider was cleared of assault on ex-girlfriend on Monday

Dreal Deal a non-runner as Fairyhouse is given green light
- Racing
- January 11, 2021, 13:47
Tuesday’s meeting passes inspection but McNally’s prolific winner has been withdrawn

IHRB will provide doctors and ambulances if needed by HSE
- Racing
- January 10, 2021, 14:20
Two doctors and two ambulances required at each meeting for racing to take place

Brian O’Connor: Racing’s glaring failure on doping a huge own goal
- Racing
- January 9, 2021, 06:00
In 2021 we’re still awaiting implementation of an industry-wide policy on doping control

Kavanagh optimistic that Irish horses will travel in usual strength to Cheltenham
- Racing
- January 9, 2021, 01:02
HRI boss remains positive despite escalating Covid-19 crisis and increased travel restrictions

Naas card will be run next Wednesday if track fails Saturday inspection
- Racing
- January 8, 2021, 15:23
Grade One Lawlor’s of Naas Novice Hurdle the highlight of Sunday’s card

Al Boum Photo set for traditional Tramore warm-up on New Year’s Day
- Racing
- December 29, 2020, 16:56
Willie Mullins will target a third straight Cheltenham Gold Cup success in March

Christmas festival continues at Limerick with rare six-race programme
- Racing
- December 29, 2020, 14:59
History nearly made as US-trained Baltimore Bucko finishes third on his Irish debut

Sharjah charges past big names to complete Matheson Hurdle hat-trick
- Racing
- December 29, 2020, 14:37
‘He’s like Santa – he rocks up here every year and always seems to deliver’

Saint Roi and Abacadabras clash again in Matheson Hurdle
- Racing
- December 29, 2020, 05:00
Leopardstown Day 4: Monkfish’s second start over fences eagerly anticipated

A Plus Tard pips Kemboy on the line to take Savills Chase at Leopardstown
- Racing
- December 28, 2020, 14:01
Earlier, Flooring Porter held off big hitters to come home in the Christmas Hurdle

Minella Indo can lay down Gold Cup marker at Leopardstown
- Racing
- December 28, 2020, 06:15
Henry De Bromhead’s hopeful is already being lined up at 8-1 for blue riband in March

Ronald Pump looks to take on the big guns in Christmas Hurdle
- Racing
- December 28, 2020, 05:00
Matthew Smith-trained horse cost €1,000 and will look to win €100,000 race

Sport better placed after 2020 – the Year of Speaking Out
- Other Sports
- December 28, 2020, 05:00
From Marcus Rashford to LeBron James, there is a welcome ‘new normal’ in sport

Castlebawn West tops off a stellar day for Townend and Mullins
- Racing
- December 27, 2020, 13:49
Pair earlier completed a Grade 1 double thanks to Chacun Pour Soi and Appreciate It

Sunday’s card at Limerick re-fixed for Wednesday
- Racing
- December 27, 2020, 10:01
18mm fell overnight during Storm Bella which caused the fixture to be postponed

Lone raider Lock’s Corner could steal Paddy Power Chase
- Racing
- December 27, 2020, 06:00
JP McManus is looking for his ninth win in Sunday’s feature at Leopardstown

Michael O’Leary triple-handed for Sunday feature at Limerick
- Racing
- December 27, 2020, 05:00
Farouk d’Alene could come out on top for the Ryanair boss

Unwanted Christmas present for Gordon Elliott who tests positive for coronavirus
- Racing
- December 26, 2020, 17:02
Willie Mullins enjoys Grade 1 double at both Leopardstown and Limerick

Versatile Felix Desjy poised to mount major bid for opening Leopardstown highlight
- Racing
- December 24, 2020, 06:00
Elliott’s runner can extend unbeaten record over fences in Racing Post Novice Chase

Townsend putting all his eggs in Asterion Forlonge basket at Limerick
- Racing
- December 24, 2020, 06:00
If Faugheen Novice Chase comes down to a slog, Pencilfulloflead could have the answer

Henry de Bromhead happy to bring it all home for Christmas
- Racing
- December 24, 2020, 06:00
The Waterford trainer has steadily made his way to the very top of the racing game

Bookies open on St Stephen’s Day but trade still expected to be hit
- Racing
- December 23, 2020, 17:14
IBA survey earlier this year found turnover in betting shops down by over 50 per cent

Racing action confined to the home straight after travel ban announced
- Racing
- December 22, 2020, 15:27
‘Once in a generation occurrence’ will be in place until the new year

Travel plans up in the air as Irish trainers weigh up their Christmas options
- Racing
- December 21, 2020, 17:08
Leopardstown could benefit if horses are not allowed travel to England

Weather not a going concern for Leopardstown
- Racing
- December 21, 2020, 16:40
Limerick’s Christmas festival looks set to take place on testing conditions, with the going officially ‘heavy’

What now for rugby as dementia risks become clearer?
- Rugby
- December 21, 2020, 05:00
With more knowledge on dangers, will parents and children opt not to take a gamble?

Racing regulator defends drug-testing regime after criticism
- Racing
- December 20, 2020, 16:12
IHRB released a statement on Sunday detailing how many horses are tested

Potential crowd ban until late 2021 a grim outlook for racecourses
- Racing
- December 20, 2020, 14:04
No paying customers for nine months has put some major tracks under pressure

Tipperary all-weather track will be delayed past 2022
- Racing
- December 18, 2020, 15:55
HRI announce increase in prizemoney and minimum levels in 2021 budget

Racing officials defend decision to skip fences due to low sun
- Racing
- December 18, 2020, 15:40
Champion trainer Willie Mullins described Naas meeting last Monday as farcical

Leopardstown to water steeplechase track ahead of Christmas festival
- Racing
- December 16, 2020, 06:00
Leopardstown chief says weather outlook ahead of four-day festival looks to be okay

Willie Mullins eyes Tramore hat-trick with Al Boum Photo
- Racing
- December 16, 2020, 06:00
Dual-Cheltenham Gold Cup hero named Horse Racing Ireland’s 2020 Horse of Year

Owners must be allowed return to races, says O’Leary
- Racing
- December 15, 2020, 16:35
Gigginstown spokesman is worried levels of owner-interest could begin to fall

Sir Gerhard set to further enhance his champion bumper credentials at Navan
- Racing
- December 15, 2020, 06:00
Friday’s contest could see the cream of Ireland’s bumper talent line up

Connections ponder plans for Chatham Street Lad after Cheltenham rout
- Racing
- December 15, 2020, 06:00
Trainer Winters not ruling out a bid for Ryanair Chase at annual festival

Jim Bolger’s incendiary statements should shake racing to its foundations
- Racing
- December 14, 2020, 06:00
One of the greatest trainers ever believes drug cheats are getting away with it

Denis Hogan returns to riding action at Ayr on Monday
- Racing
- December 14, 2020, 06:00
Trainer had announced his retirement after Galway festival

Impressive Mogul wins Hong Kong Vase at Sha Tin
- Racing
- December 13, 2020, 12:54
Champion trainer Aidan O’Brien’s star mare Magical was third in the Hong Kong Cup

Chatham Street Lad bids for big handicap success at Cheltenham
- Racing
- December 12, 2020, 06:30
Success at national hunt HQ would be a first for popular Cork trainer Michael Winters

Magical targets eighth Group One in Sunday’s Hong Kong Cup
- Racing
- December 12, 2020, 06:15
Trainer Aidan O’Brien looking to end turbulent campaign on a high at Sha Tin

Winters primed for Cheltenham success with Chatham Street Lad
- Racing
- December 9, 2020, 06:00
Cork trainer bids to saddle first Irish-trained winner of Caspian Caviar Gold Cup in 15 years

Ryan Moore still number one at Coolmore
- Racing
- December 8, 2020, 19:00
Aidan O’Brien confirms English jockey will retain his position next year