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# Hail Allaho

Allaho sparkles in Grade Two double for Mullins and Townend

5 hours ago 1,017 Views 0 Comments

Colreevy was also on target at Thurles.

# Racing

Johnny Ward: Sport of kings and rogues Hoarding the headlines

9 hours ago 1,613 Views 3 Comments

And our racing columnist earmarks one Cheltenham fancy.

Horse-racing - Saturday 23 January, 2021

# Cream Of The Crop

RTÉ unveil contenders for Young Sportsperson and Manager of the Year - who should win?

Sat 4:51 PM 36,349 Views 38 Comments

Five rising stars have been shortlisted for the award along with six top managers.

# Clarence House Chase

First Flow shocks Politologue at Ascot

Sat 4:17 PM 2,602 Views 0 Comments

The 14-1 outsider had to see off competition from a host of proven Grade 1 talent.

Horse-racing - Thursday 21 January, 2021

# Column

Johnny Ward: Racing's need for a fitness app like Strava and who to back at Cheltenham

Jan 21st 2021, 7:00 AM 2,171 Views 2 Comments

Our columnist makes a case for embracing GPS technology in horse racing, and looks ahead to the March festival.

Horse-racing - Wednesday 20 January, 2021

# Getting Out Early

Aintree hero David Mullins announces retirement at age of 24

Jan 20th 2021, 9:52 PM 8,566 Views 2 Comments

Mullins, who rode primarily for his champion trainer uncle Willie and father Tom, steered Rule The World to the 2016 Grand National.

# Viking Hoard

Johnny Ward: 'At Tramore, an unknown human being did a despicable thing to an innocent animal'

Updated Jan 20th 2021, 8:02 PM 60,853 Views 28 Comments

Trainer Charles Byrnes is set to appeal an IHRB decision to suspend his licence for six months following an investigation into a 2018 race.

Horse-racing - Tuesday 19 January, 2021

# Horse Racing

Jerry McGrath recovering in hospital after Lingfield fall

Jan 19th 2021, 6:16 PM 2,593 Views 0 Comments

The Cork man suffered a dislocated hip and shoulder in the three-horse incident.

# Comeback Trail

Davy Russell delighted to be back in the saddle following neck injury

Jan 19th 2021, 2:29 PM 2,288 Views 1 Comment

No date set for Russell’s race-riding return.

# Banned

Trainer Charles Byrnes handed six-month suspension

Jan 19th 2021, 11:17 AM 5,185 Views 2 Comments

The Byrnes-trained Viking Hoard tested positive for a banned substance.

Horse-racing - Sunday 17 January, 2021

# Join The Club

Here are the benefits your membership of The42 will deliver this week

Jan 17th 2021, 8:00 PM 1,667 Views 0 Comments

Another busy week lies ahead…

# Punchestown

Envoi Allen continues his relentless march as Dreal Deal points McNally towards Cheltenham

Jan 17th 2021, 2:30 PM 2,599 Views 2 Comments

Asterion Forlonge crashes out at the first in eagerly-anticipated Punchestown clash.

Horse-racing - Saturday 16 January, 2021

# Unbeaten

Two wins from two for Nicholls' Next Destination

Jan 16th 2021, 3:31 PM 1,663 Views 0 Comments

In a later race at Warwick, Notachance defied its name to win for Alan King.

# Long Shot

Meade's Daly Tiger proves a 20/1 success at Fairyhouse

Jan 16th 2021, 3:08 PM 1,506 Views 0 Comments

Starting favourite Chatham Street Lad was seven lengths off the pace.

Horse-racing - Friday 15 January, 2021

# Preview

Envoi Allen puts unbeaten record on line at Punchestown

Jan 15th 2021, 12:51 PM 2,736 Views 1 Comment

Asterion Forlonge among five to face Elliott star on Sunday.

Horse-racing - Wednesday 13 January, 2021

# Naas

Bob Olinger bags Grade One glory, while Energumene maintains unbeaten record over fences

Jan 13th 2021, 5:10 PM 2,071 Views 0 Comments

Bob Olinger was the 6-4 favourite in the hands of Rachael Blackmore, and ultimately won with plenty in hand.

# Preview

Johnny Ward: Cheltenham without the Irish is a dispiriting thought

Jan 13th 2021, 6:30 AM 5,005 Views 9 Comments

Our columnist looks ahead to the March festival and offers his recommendation for the Triumph Hurdle.

Horse-racing - Saturday 9 January, 2021

# Weighting Game

Secret Reprieve storms to Welsh Grand National victory

Jan 9th 2021, 4:32 PM 2,205 Views 0 Comments

The Flemensfirth gelding was carrying just over 10 stone.

David Meyler: Man United's return to the top adds extra spice to two Liverpool showdowns

Our columnist gives his predictions as the current Premier League leaders take on the reigning champions at Anfield this weekend.

Paul Nicholls' McFabulous back in winning form at Kempton

Jan 9th 2021, 3:31 PM 1,309 Views 0 Comments

Meanwhile, Sage Advice was a winning jumps debutant.

# Obeaux

Messire finishes strong and delivers in Dipper Chase

Jan 9th 2021, 3:17 PM 1,158 Views 0 Comments

Dan Skelton’s 1-2 favourite Protektorat was left in the shade by Alan King’s horse in Wincanton.

Horse-racing - Friday 8 January, 2021

# Let's Get Quizzical

Know Your Sport? Take our weekly quiz

Jan 8th 2021, 5:00 PM 32,175 Views 12 Comments

How closely have you been paying attention to this week’s sporting headlines?

# TV Guide

Here's your TV guide to a jam-packed weekend of sport

Jan 8th 2021, 12:05 PM 27,297 Views 14 Comments

Soccer, rugby, NFL and plenty more big events are set for the coming days.

Horse-racing - Wednesday 6 January, 2021

# Might Bite

Nicky Henderson announces retirement of King George VI Chase winner

Jan 6th 2021, 5:23 PM 4,015 Views 9 Comments

‘He was one of the most amazing characters you’ll ever come across’.

# Cheltenham

Al Boum Photo headlines Gold Cup contenders

Jan 6th 2021, 12:50 PM 2,659 Views 2 Comments

Willie Mullins-trained nine-year-old bidding to strike for third time in Cheltenham showpiece.

David Meyler: Bruce is an incredible man-manager who makes you want to run through a brick wall

This week, our columnist talks about his former boss before making predictions for the FA Cup third round.

Horse-racing - Saturday 2 January, 2021

# Tolworth Hurdle

Metier extends unbeaten run with impressive Grade 1 triumph at Sandown

Jan 2nd 2021, 3:26 PM 1,805 Views 1 Comment

Grade One glory for Fry-trained runner at Sandown.

Horse-racing - Friday 1 January, 2021

# Photo Finish

Al Boum Photo claims Tramore hat-trick on seasonal bow

Jan 1st 2021, 3:39 PM 2,535 Views 1 Comment

Dual Gold Cup winner claims Grade Three prize again.

Horse-racing - Thursday 31 December, 2020

# Feet Up

Grand National-winning jockey 'Slippers' Madden announces retirement

Dec 31st 2020, 4:31 PM 8,163 Views 1 Comment

Jockey’s Aintree glory came on Numbersixvalverde in 2006.

# Bach To Business

Bachasson lands Punchestown double to cap Willie Mullins’ sensational Christmas

Dec 31st 2020, 3:43 PM 4,570 Views 0 Comments

Grey strikes again in Punchestown’s New Year’s Eve feature.

Horse-racing - Wednesday 30 December, 2020

# Yurt

Limerick double for De Bromhead and Blackmore

Dec 30th 2020, 5:04 PM 4,043 Views 2 Comments

Kalkas and Atlantic Fairy both won well.

# And It's Off

Cheltenham abandons New Year’s Day card

Dec 30th 2020, 10:35 AM 6,284 Views 0 Comments

The course is waterlogged after 85mm of rain in the past week.

Horse-racing - Tuesday 29 December, 2020

# Patrick's Day

Sharjah hat-trick caps sensational Christmas for Willie Mullins

Dec 29th 2020, 3:17 PM 4,575 Views 1 Comment

Patrick Mullins pounces for his dad’s 16th winner of the festive period.

# Top Novice

Monkfish trumps Latest Exhibition again to show Grade 1 class

Dec 29th 2020, 2:52 PM 2,325 Views 2 Comments

Mullins’ top novice bags Leopardstown Novice Chase.

Horse-racing - Monday 28 December, 2020

# Injured

Jack Kennedy forced to stand down from Leopardstown following collarbone X-ray

Dec 28th 2020, 5:32 PM 3,542 Views 0 Comments

The rider was due to partner Delta Work in the feature Savills Chase on day three of the Christmas meeting.

# Thriller

A Plus Tard finishes strong to snatch Savills Chase at the death

Dec 28th 2020, 4:43 PM 2,874 Views 2 Comments

Kemboy looked sure to win the race for a second time in three years before the final few strides.

# Ties That Bind

The strangers we meet along the way - sport is the one great leveller in life

Dec 28th 2020, 3:00 PM 23,903 Views 3 Comments

There are divisions in so many things, but sport is about what you belong to.

Horse-racing - Sunday 27 December, 2020

# Take A Bow

Castlebawn defies top weight for Leopardstown glory

Dec 27th 2020, 4:49 PM 2,882 Views 1 Comment

Elsewhere, Chacun Pour Soi prevailed with minimal fuss.

# Upset

Nube Negra shocks Altior in Desert Orchid Chase

Dec 27th 2020, 3:35 PM 2,325 Views 0 Comments

The favourite was beaten by the 20-1 shot at Kempton.

# Bad Weather

Racing at Limerick cancelled due to waterlogging

Dec 27th 2020, 11:16 AM 2,196 Views 0 Comments

Racing at Leopardstown, however, is set to go ahead as planned today.

Horse-racing - Saturday 26 December, 2020

# Novice Chase

Franco De Port delights Willie Mullins with Grade One triumph

Updated Dec 26th 2020, 3:42 PM 2,217 Views 0 Comments

Dublin Racing Festival set to be next on the agenda.

# History Maker

Byrony Frost becomes the first female jockey to win King George

Dec 26th 2020, 3:40 PM 2,765 Views 6 Comments

Big-race success for Bryony Frost as Paul Nicholls strikes for 12th time in St Stephen’s Day spectacular.

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