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Horse-racing - Sunday 19 January, 2020
Footpad flounders as Real Steel lands feature at Thurles
Mullins hopeful cut as short as 10/1 for the Ryanair Chase following Sunday’s win.
Horse-racing - Saturday 18 January, 2020
Defi Du Seuil sees off Un De Sceaux with stunning finish at Ascot
The gap this afternoon was considerably larger than that between the horses at Sandown last month.
Horse-racing - Friday 17 January, 2020
Get your crayons out and you can win Six Nations tickets in our colouring book competition
She Can! has proven a big hit since its release.
Johnny Ward: Latest Exhibition's Cheltenham chance is a story to be savoured
Paul Nolan can strike symbolic victory in game dominated by a few, writes Johnny Ward.
Horse-racing - Thursday 16 January, 2020
Young Limerick jockey McNamara enjoying hot streak
Having claimed a first win for his father in 2018, Conor has had sustained success with Gavin Cromwell of late, writes Donn McClean.
Horse-racing - Monday 13 January, 2020
Irish Gold Cup winner returns as Grade 1 Leopardstown entries confirmed
The Dublin Racing Festival takes place on the weekend of 1-2 February.
Today's racing at Punchestown cancelled due to 'safety concerns' amid storm
The entire country is under a Status Orange alert as Storm Brendan hits.
Horse-racing - Sunday 12 January, 2020
Elliott's Andy Dufresne back to winning ways at Punchestown
Mark Walsh was on board for success after a shock loss at Navan last month.
Horse-racing - Friday 10 January, 2020
Johnny Ward: Mullins has the hunger and the hand to continue championship dominance
Gordon Elliott holds a slim lead in the trainers’ race but it’s all still to play for, writes Johnny Ward.
Horse-racing - Thursday 9 January, 2020
Envoi Allen: will horse racing's rising star go for the Champion Hurdle?
After Sunday’s win in Naas, Donn McClean reviews connections’ Cheltenham options.
Horse-racing - Wednesday 8 January, 2020
3 recent Gold Cup winners amongst 31 entries for this year's Cheltenham prize
The 2020 Gold Cup takes place on Friday 13 March.
Elliott: Tiger Roll 'is in great nick' and 'will definitely make' Cheltenham
Tiger Roll is aiming to the Grand Nationals for a third straight year.
Horse-racing - Sunday 5 January, 2020
Brilliant Envoi Allen wins feature at Naas for Russell and Elliott
Seven wins out of seven now for the Gordon Elliott-trained horse.
Horse-racing - Friday 3 January, 2020
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Johnny Ward: Cheltenham should be careful what it wishes for with five-day debate
Our columnist on the prospect of change for the March racing showpiece.
Horse-racing - Thursday 2 January, 2020
If it ain't broke: Al Boum Photo setting out Gold Cup stall
‘History tells you that it’s not easy to win the Cheltenham Gold Cup more than once,’ writes Donn McClean.
Horse-racing - Wednesday 1 January, 2020
Champ crashes out with Dipper Novices' Chase at his mercy
Barry Geraghty and the 4/9 favourite came crashing down at the second last.
Gold Cup champ Al Boum Photo impresses on winning return at Tramore
Willie Mullins hints that Cheltenham might be the next stop for the defending champion.
Horse-racing - Tuesday 31 December, 2019
2017 Gold Cup hero Sizing John falls on his long-awaited return at Punchestown
Another festive win for Rachael Blackmore.
Open thread: What are you most looking forward to in the 2020 sporting year?
There will be an Olympics, there might be a Euros, and loads more on either side of the summer.
Horse-racing - Monday 30 December, 2019
Open thread: What was your favourite moment from the 2019 sporting year?
There were world-title belts, World Championship golds, and some of the greatest horseplay of all time…
Horse-racing - Sunday 29 December, 2019
Sharjah triumphs and Klassical Dream flops on final day at Leopardstown
The 2019 Christmas Festival concluded today at the Dublin track.
Horse-racing - Saturday 28 December, 2019
Elliott lost for words after Apple's Jade turns back the clock at Leopardstown
It was another disappointing afternoon for Willie Mullins.
Delta Work leaves it late to clinch Savill's Chase thriller at Leopardstown
Monalee was beaten into second.
Horse-racing - Friday 27 December, 2019
‘The truth is I’m not that attached to life’ - The forgotten female sports icon who defied the Nazis
Richard Askwith tells the remarkable story of Lata Brandisová in a new book.
Davy Russell lands feature race at Limerick and Welsh Grand National sees home winner
Fury Road won the main race at Limerick while Potters Corner triumphed at Chepstow.
Rachael Blackmore's magical Christmas continues as A Plus Tard scoops Grade 1
Blackmore and de Bromhead cause another shock at Leopardstown.
Johnny Ward: Time may be a great healer for those who love Samcro
Faugheen struck a blow on St Stephen’s Day, but Samcro’s race is far from run.
Horse-racing - Thursday 26 December, 2019
Johnny Ward: Racing in Limerick, Faugheen captures hearts at Leopardstown
Our columnist reports from the first day of the Christmas Festival.
Clan Des Obeaux cruises to back-to-back King George victories
Stablemate and pre-race favourite Cyrname finished a distant second.
Faugheen produces Christmas magic in Limerick
The 11-year-old registered his 11th Grade One victory and a first over fences.
Horse-racing - Sunday 22 December, 2019
Test your sports knowledge in The42's Big Fat Quiz of the Year
42 questions that you should have no bother answering if you’ve been paying attention in 2019.
Horse-racing - Saturday 21 December, 2019
The World's End rallies late to win Long Walk Hurdle at Ascot
Paisley Park and Tobefair were both scratched as non-runners for today’s Ascot feature.
Horse-racing - Friday 20 December, 2019
Johnny Ward: All-weather track in Tipperary could see Dundalk suffer greatly
There is clamour for a second all-weather track among trainers in Ireland, but Tipperary is not the answer.
Horse-racing - Wednesday 18 December, 2019
King George still fascinating despite Altior's likely absence
Nicky Henderson’s horse would have brought an extra dimension to the race, writes Donn McClean.
Horse-racing - Sunday 15 December, 2019
Elliott's favourite Andy Dufresne is upset at Navan
A surprise victory for Latest Exhibition with Bryan Cooper on board.
Horse-racing - Friday 13 December, 2019
What impact will Brexit have on horse racing?
These are interesting times.
Horse-racing - Thursday 12 December, 2019
Shortlist for 2019 RTÉ Young Sportsperson of the Year unveiled - who should win?
11 rising stars have been nominated for the award.
Donn McClean: Many worthy contenders, but there could only be one Horse of the Year
Gordon Elliott’s double Grand National winner was recognised at the HRI Awards this week.
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Johnny Ward: Bull roars to dramatic victory in festive Leopardstown test
There was a memorable soundtrack as Jack Kennedy took the main prize on Day 2 of the Christmas Festival.
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