Stylish Seamus donates best dressed Listowel prize to charity

The days of the stereotypical punter wearing a shabby raincoat, biro in hand, with a cigarette hanging from the side of his mouth as he studies the form are, it seems, history.

At Listowel Races yesterday, smart suits and, yes, ties, as well as loads of open-necked shirts and neatly-tailored casual jackets were in evidence.

And there were also signs that hats may be making a comeback, with trainers like Willie Mullins setting the pace.