Wait over for racing fans as Tramore festival begins

HORSE RACING fans are gearing up for a festival with a difference as the long-awaited four-day meeting begins today in Tramore, Co Waterford.

Tens of thousands will flock to the seaside racetrack this evening from 5.20pm for the first of three evening meetings and a family day on Sunday afternoon.

Among the star attractions tonight will be Waterford’s hurlers. Each of the Deise stars will parade a horse in the fifth race just after 7pm, racecourse manager Sue Phelan explained.