Ireland’s horse racing industry is soaring, reveals report

IRELAND’S horse racing industry continues to experience phenomenal growth according to figures released yesterday.

Wed, 22 Dec, 2004 - 00:00

Colm O’Connor

Global statistics of the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities (IFHA) showed healthy developments across the industry in Ireland in 2003.

Ireland experienced an increase of 3.5% in the number of thoroughbred foals born last year.

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