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Aidan Coleman: ‘It’s fairly hectic but it’s all I’ve ever known and I’m really enjoying it’

Aidan Coleman has just made the hour-long round trip from his Cheltenham base to Worcester Racecourse where the Charlie Longsdon-trained Ortenzia was his sole mount of the afternoon.

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TOMMY LYONS: Harry Fry leads Brits on a quickfire double

Irish-trained runners were utterly dominant at the Cheltenham Festival, recording a record haul, but the British-based trainers are fighting back on the return trip, to Punchestown, writes Tommy Lyons.

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Tributes paid as Foinavon jockey Buckingham dies, aged 76

John Buckingham, who steered 100-1 shot Foinavon to a sensational victory in the 1967 Grand National, has died at the age of 76.

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Many Clouds set to swerve Lexus Chase assignment

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O’Brien hoping for pitch Perfect Candidate

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Swamp Fox routs rivals with another tremendous display at Listowel

Obituary of celebrated amateur jockey John Thomas McNamara: ‘Tough as teak, sharp both of tongue and racing elbows’

Cheltenham Race Course, Wednesday, March 13th 2002

Fri, 19 Aug, 2016

AP McCoy profits jump to €2.85m

Champion jockey AP McCoy can console himself in his retirement from horse racing with accumulated profits at his firm last year jumping to €2.85m.

Tue, 24 May, 2016

Celebrating 100 wonderful years of racing in Tipperary

It has gone down in racing history as one of the most unlikely yet successful comebacks, and it all started at Tipperary.

Fri, 13 May, 2016

Gordon Elliott to run eight in Irish Grand National

Impressive Cheltenham Festival winner Cause Of Causes is one of eight Gordon Elliott representatives declared for Monday’s Boylesports Irish Grand National at Fairyhouse.

Sat, 26 Mar, 2016

Ruby Walsh and Willie Mullins crowned champions

Willie Mullins and Ruby Walsh were crowned leading trainer and jockey at the Cheltenham Festival for the fifth time in six years.

Sat, 19 Mar, 2016

The best of Wednesday's action at Cheltenham

We take a look back at the best of Wednesday’s action at Cheltenham.

Thu, 17 Mar, 2016

I can’t wait to ride Un De Sceaux, it’ll be thrill-a-minute stuff

I really could not have envisaged such a start to the week, with three winners — the same as 12 months ago.

Wed, 16 Mar, 2016

Gordon Elliott aiming to answer call for No More Heroes in RSA Chase

Gordon Elliott is convinced size is not everything ahead of No More Heroes’ big day in the RSA Chase at Cheltenham today.

Wed, 16 Mar, 2016

Jonjo O’Neill highlights task facing Annie Power

As history suggests, it takes a mare of outstanding quality to win the Champion Hurdle.

Tue, 15 Mar, 2016

The Dawning of the day: 30 years on from Dawn Run and the greatest Cheltenham Gold Cup of all time

Thirty years ago, a stubborn mare piloted by a veteran jockey and trained by a quiet genius produced the most iconic, spine-tingling moment in Cheltenham Festival history

Mon, 14 Mar, 2016

Taquin Du Seuil added to Ryanair Chase line-up

Taquin Du Seuil has been supplemented for Thursday’s Ryanair Chase at the Cheltenham Festival.

Sat, 12 Mar, 2016

Our Father hasn’t a prayer of lining out at Cheltenham

Ante-post favourite Our Father has been removed from the betting by most bookmakers for the Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Challenge Cup Handicap Chase at the Cheltenham Festival next Thursday.

Fri, 11 Mar, 2016

Cheltenham Countdown: More Of That looks generous price for RSA glory

Irish-trained horses have won four of the last seven renewals of the RSA Chase, and No More Heroes looks our best hope of enhancing that impressive record. However, the obvious regard in which he is held can be exploited to take a generous-looking 5-2 about chief rival More Of That.

Wed, 09 Mar, 2016

Kerry Lee hoping for rain to boost Russe Blanc’s Irish National bid

Kerry Lee will be praying for a rainy Easter as she contemplates running Russe Blanc in the BoyleSports Irish Grand National at Fairyhouse on March 28.

Tue, 08 Mar, 2016

Rich Ricci agonises over Annie Power

Annie Power still appears likely to be added to the Stan James Champion Hurdle field at the supplementary stage on Wednesday as owner Rich Ricci agonises over potential scenarios.

Sat, 05 Mar, 2016

Ruby Walsh: Gold Cup call not ‘life or death’

Ruby Walsh admits he faces a Gold Cup dilemma but insists choosing between Djakadam and Vautour won’t be a “life or death” decision.

Fri, 04 Mar, 2016

Paul Nicholls seeks eighth Greatwood triumph

A field of 14 is set to go to post for tomorrow’s StanJames.com Supporting Greatwood Gold Cup at Newbury.

Fri, 04 Mar, 2016

Here's the full lowdown on Gordon Elliott's Cheltenham festival hopes

The potential presence of More Of That in the RSA Chase at the Cheltenham Festival is alleviating some of the pressure off No More Heroes’ trainer Gordon Elliott.

Wed, 02 Mar, 2016

Many Clouds favourite for Grand National despite top weight

Last year’s winner Many Clouds remains favourite for the Crabbie’s Grand National following confirmation yesterday he will carry top weight in the Aintree spectacular.

Wed, 17 Feb, 2016

Well-treated Blazer could be tailor-made for Newbury's Betfair Hurdle

Connections of heavily-backed favourite Blazer are taking nothing for granted as the recent Leopardstown scorer bids to follow-up in today’s Betfair Hurdle at Newbury.

Sat, 13 Feb, 2016

Colin Tizzard: Cue Card in ‘excellent shape’

Colin Tizzard can barely wait for the Timico Cheltenham Gold Cup with Cue Card.

Mon, 08 Feb, 2016

Cheltenham Countdown: Road To Riches has racecourse spin ahead of Irish Gold Cup

Noel Meade has taken Road To Riches for a racecourse gallop at Fairyhouse as he builds up his work ahead of the Irish Gold Cup at Leopardstown on February 6.

Thu, 28 Jan, 2016

Irish horses dominate entries for Gold Cup

Irish-trained horses appear to hold all the aces in the Timico Cheltenham Gold Cup on March 18, for which 32 entries were received.

Thu, 14 Jan, 2016

Jonjo O’Neill: Upswing ideal type for Welsh Grand National

Jonjo O’Neill is optimistic Upswing can handle the testing conditions and play a leading role in the Coral Welsh Grand National at Chepstow today.

Sat, 09 Jan, 2016

Early start for Coral Welsh Grand National

Officials at Chepstow are optimistic Saturday’s Coral Welsh Grand National will go ahead after being given the green light to move the feature event to a slot earlier in the afternoon.

Fri, 08 Jan, 2016

Chepstow confident Welsh National will survive the elements

Chepstow clerk of the course Keith Ottesen is “more than hopeful” the Coral Welsh Grand National meeting will go ahead at the second attempt on Saturday.

Tue, 05 Jan, 2016

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Ruby Walsh’s 10 horses to follow in 2016

Our expert racing columnist Ruby Walsh picks his 10 horses to watch for 2016.

Sat, 02 Jan, 2016

Jonjo O’Neill books Noel Fehily for Upswing in Welsh National

Noel Fehily has picked up the spare ride aboard leading Coral Welsh National contender Upswing.

Thu, 24 Dec, 2015

Paul Nicholls expects Silviniaco Conti to thrive in testing conditions

Paul Nicholls is confident Silviniaco Conti san extend his fruitful association with the Betfair Chase at Haydock today.

Sat, 21 Nov, 2015

Silviniaco Conti ready for third Betfair Chase success, says Paul Nicholls

Paul Nicholls expects Silviniaco Conti to be primed for action as he shoots for a third success in the Betfair Chase at Haydock on Saturday.

Wed, 18 Nov, 2015

Nicky Henderson in no rush to commit Sprinter Sacre to Tingle Creek

Nicky Henderson has confirmed Sprinter Sacre’s main target will be to try to regain his Queen Mother Champion Chase crown.

Tue, 17 Nov, 2015

Paul Nicholls bullish about Silviniaco Conti prospects in Betfair Chase

Paul Nicholls expects Silviniaco Conti to be primed for action as he shoots for a third success in the Betfair Chase at Haydock on Saturday.

Tue, 17 Nov, 2015

Barry Geraghty looking forward to reunion with More Of That at Cheltenham

Barry Geraghty has been pleased with what he has seen from More Of That ahead of his fencing debut in the Steel Plate And Sections Novices’ Chase at Cheltenham today.

Fri, 13 Nov, 2015

Lester Piggott leads tributes to old rival and pal Pat Eddery

Legendary former jockey Lester Piggott last night described Pat Eddery as “ a natural horseman” after his close friend died in the early hours of yesterday morning, aged 63.

Wed, 11 Nov, 2015

The 10 chasers to follow

This time last year Coneygree was an unknown novice chaser at a small yard. Now he is the defending Gold Cup hero. 

Sat, 31 Oct, 2015

Brian Toomey set to make sensational comeback

Seven hundred and four days after suffering serious injuries in a fall at Perth, Brian Toomey has again been granted a professional jump jockeys’ licence.

Tue, 09 Jun, 2015

Strike early with Wish Ye Didnt

The Punchestown Festival kicks off with the Fr Sean Breen Memorial Chase and Wish Ye Didnt gets the nap to set punters off on the right foot.

Tue, 28 Apr, 2015

AP McCoy: a once in a lifetime game-changer

And so, on a routine Sandown Saturday it all came to an end and AP McCoy’s last competitive ride, Box Office will enjoy an historic legacy way above his ability as a racehorse.

Mon, 27 Apr, 2015

Racing will miss AP McCoy more than he will miss it

In a marquee at Sandown Park at the conclusion of one of the most beautiful, emotional tear-stained goodbyes any great sportsman can ever wished to have been accorded came the dreaded, nagging question. What the hell will A.P McCoy do now?

Mon, 27 Apr, 2015

Davy Russell emerges as shock contender to replace retiring McCoy

Davy Russell has emerged as a surprise contender to replace the retiring AP McCoy as retained rider to JP McManus.

Thu, 23 Apr, 2015

Ballynagour primed for Punchestown trip

David Pipe is targeting the Bibby Financial Services Ireland Punchestown Gold Cup with Ballynagour following his tremendous effort in defeat at Aintree last week.

Tue, 14 Apr, 2015

AP McCoy may ride Yes Tom in Scottish National

Stuart Crawford could call upon the services of AP McCoy to partner Yes Tom in the Coral Scottish Grand National at Ayr on Saturday.

Tue, 14 Apr, 2015

A tale of the wholly unexpected

Considering that he had just scuppered a sporting fairytale, it was warming to see just how genuinely chuffed the racing world was for Leighton Aspell, who had scripted his own tale of the wholly unexpected at the Grand National and appeared not quite able to take it all in.

Mon, 13 Apr, 2015

Vautour still in Ryanair picture

Vautour is one of five potential runners for Willie Mullins after a total of 18 horses stood their ground for the Ryanair Gold Cup at Fairyhouse on Sunday.

Wed, 01 Apr, 2015

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