Planning permission for the development was granted by Tipperary County Council in August 2022. However, an appeal was lodged the following month by concerned local residents. The appeal was based on worries about the lack of information on various aspects of the redevelopment, including increased traffic and noise, light spillage from new floodlights, and potential health implications related to being […]
Bloodstock agent Joey Logan confirmed that none of the horses belonging to Andy and Gemma Caldwell, all trained by Gordon Elliott, will run before the sale at Tattersalls Ireland on February 5. Logan expressed his regret for the horses not participating in the Dublin Racing Festival, stating that they are intended to be sold at public auction. Logan also confirmed […]
The Glamorgan trainer expressed his dissatisfaction with Minella Missile, noting that he couldn’t pinpoint the exact issue but believed the horse may have been worn out from running at Cheltenham. Plans to run him in the Challow or the Relkeel were hindered by soft ground, while missing Trials day meant skipping the festival. As a result, the decision was made […]
“It was gutting and makes you feel sick inside your stomach,” the jockey reflected 24 hours later on the highs and lows of racing. “He’s been a superstar all the way through his career.” The Jamie Snowden-trained Datsalrightgino suffered his injury after falling in the Cotswold Chase at Cheltenham. “He was a gentleman and he’s going to be sadly missed […]
The ex-Leeds Rhinos star and his wife, Lindsey, were recently honored with two donations during an event in North Yorkshire. Each cheque was worth £7,777, in tribute to the number seven shirt he wore in his playing days. One donation was from the proceeds of membership sales of the Rob Burrow Racing Club, and the other was from Black Sheep […]
Henry’s Friend showcased his ability to fend off Walking On Air at Newbury and has only been raised 3lb by the handicapper. Meanwhile, Ballycamus, who came in fourth in the same race, secured a victory at Warwick carrying 11st 12lb. Additionally, he started his chasing career impressively as a runner-up to Scarface at Plumpton and could present an improved performance […]
The odds for the Gold Cup remained at 33-1 after Saturday’s race, and co-owner Mann, who also operates two hotels, a nightclub, and a pub, was optimistic about the performance of the eight-year-old racehorse, The Real Whacker. Sporting a striking full-length white fur coat, Mann welcomed the horse back to the winner’s enclosure, expressing confidence in its form and readiness […]
Gerri Colombe, a winner of three Grade 1 races last season and another at Down Royal in November, is considering competing in other major spring festivals to add to his successes. Having only been beaten twice, he is now a 10-1 shot and will likely skip Leopardstown and head straight to Cheltenham, with Aintree and Punchestown as potential future options. […]
The odds for Royale Pagaille’s participation in the festival highlight range from 25-1 to 50-1. Speaking to the Racing Post on Sunday afternoon, Williams expressed uncertainty about the horse’s readiness for the Gold Cup on March 15, stating that he’s quite sore and the team may struggle to get him ready for Cheltenham. While the injury is not career-threatening, the […]
The horse Drops into 0-100 company off a mark 2lb lower than for his last win and is sure to go well for Mark Pattinson. A step up in trip should suit well here. His latest run at Lingfield can be excused and he remains well handicapped with Rossa Ryan an eye-catching booking. Racing Post has got the best offers […]