Birthday boy Michael Hourigan remains obsessed by labour of love

The man who famously trained Dorans Pride and Beef Or Salmon to a host of big-race victories turns 75 on Thursday
Birthday boy Michael Hourigan remains obsessed by labour of love

FEELING FESTIVE: Trainer Michael Hourigan with Mr Connector at the launch of Mr Binman Christmas Racing Festival, which takes place at Limerick Racecourse, from December 26 to 29. Picture: Caroline Norris

They say you never forget your first and Michael Hourigan certainly hasn’t. 

The man who famously trained Dorans Pride and Beef Or Salmon to a host of big-race victories turns 75 on Thursday and will hit another landmark in 2023 when he marks 50 years as a handler.

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