Bookies dismiss claims of leaked Rose winner name

BOOKMAKERS yesterday dismissed radio speculation over irregular betting amid claims the Rose of Tralee winner’s name was leaked ahead of the contest result.

Presenters in Dublin and Cork yesterday claimed winner Kathryn Feeney’s name was leaked hours before the official announcement late on Tuesday night.

But festival boss Anthony O’Gara, show host Ray D’Arcy, Roses, their parents and well-wishers yesterday said the claim was nonsense.