NH Awards a family affair

IT was a family affair at the Irish National Hunt Racing Awards night in Adare on Sunday, as two members of the Walsh, Mullins and Carberry clans were amongst the 12 winners honoured in front of more than 200 guests.

Irish Examiner columnist, Ruby Walsh took the leading rider award for the sixth year in succession and the eighth time in 11 years. His remarkable ability is evidenced by the fact that he was champion jockey in Ireland, while also being the second highest prize money winner in the UK.

Ruby’s sister, Katie was presented with a special recognition award for an unforgettable season, the highlight of which was booting two winners up Cheltenham’s famous hill at the March festival.