# Ruby Walsh

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Ruby Walsh on Kildare raid: 'Dad has explained why he was there. To me, he was an eye witness'

The former champion jockey accepts that the incident last Tuesday has been damaging for racing and those involved.

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Nov 16th 2021, 2:48 PM

response

'I felt embarrassed for my sport. An appalling picture' - Walsh reacts to Elliott photo

Ruby Walsh also described the incident as ‘indefensible.’

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Mar 1st 2021, 9:29 PM

2000: Revisited

'I was filled with so much emotion, I ran down to meet them all and it was absolutely magic'

Ted Walsh on his greatest winning run as a racing trainer and celebrating with his family.

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May 3rd 2020, 7:36 PM

Back in the Saddle

Walsh backs racing’s ability to adapt to life behind closed doors

‘Golden opportunity for racing to showcase itself’.

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May 2nd 2020, 10:49 AM

It's Quizness time

Quiz: How well do you know the racing careers of Ted and Ruby Walsh?

It’s 20 years today since the pair were celebrating their Grand National win.

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Apr 8th 2020, 6:30 PM

Double act

'There’s nothing better than a well-bred man' - the enduring friendship of the toff and Ted

Robert Hall fronted RTÉ’s racing coverage for more than 30 years. Together with Ted Walsh, he formed a much-loved double act. They sat down to relive the highlights of a remarkable TV career.

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Mar 8th 2020, 10:00 AM

cheltenham countdown

The disarming genius Mullins, chats about Faugheen over pints and the change from Ruby to Townend

Willie Mullins has so many big names, horses and owners, yet he nearly always seems to get his way.

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Feb 19th 2020, 5:03 PM

On Air

Donncha O'Callaghan and Ruby Walsh join new RTÉ 2FM Game On line up

The duo will link up with sports journalist Marie Crowe in the hot seats for the now-extended programme.

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Sep 30th 2019, 4:42 PM

Five for Fighting

Johnny Ward: Strong field goes to post in the race to be Ireland's next top jockey

Paul Townend will step into the void left by Ruby Walsh, but there are a host of other pretenders to the throne.

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Jun 14th 2019, 1:41 PM

stepping back

'Loss of Michael O'Leary's financial investment will be felt across the board' - Ruby Walsh

It was announced yesterday that operations at the Gigginstown House Stud are to be brought to a halt.

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May 15th 2019, 1:34 PM

siblings

'Ruby was always there to help and advise me. It was brilliant that he could go out on his own terms'

Betway brand ambassador Katie Walsh reflects on her brother’s incredible career in the saddle after his announcement at Punchestown this week.

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May 3rd 2019, 1:38 PM

out with a bang

A Life in the Saddle: Ruby bids farewell to racing the only way he knows how

Johnny Ward looks back on Walsh’s glittering career after a legend of the sport retires.

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May 2nd 2019, 7:00 AM

Retirement

President Higgins thanks Ruby Walsh for 'outstanding contributions' to Ireland's reputation

The president wrote to Walsh to wish him a successful retirement.

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May 1st 2019, 10:03 PM

End of an era

Ruby Walsh announces retirement from racing after Punchestown Gold Cup win

The 12-time Irish champion jockey this evening called time on a remarkable career.

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May 1st 2019, 6:47 PM

staying on

'I’m like a bad smell, I'm going nowhere' - Ruby rejects retirement rumours

The champion jockey is focused on next week’s Punchestown Festival.

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Apr 26th 2019, 1:43 PM

column

Irish Grand National triumph has Ruby dreaming of conquering Aintree with Burrows Saint

He may be only six, but the sky is the limit after Easter Monday’s success for Willie Mullins, writes Donn McClean.

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Apr 24th 2019, 6:38 PM

winners circle

Burrows Saint lands maiden Irish Grand National for Willie Mullins

Ruby Walsh steered the 6-1 shot to victory today at Fairyhouse.

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Apr 22nd 2019, 5:50 PM

Demolition

Min earns revenge over Politologue at Aintree

Ruby Walsh was onboard for a dominant ride this afternoon.

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Apr 5th 2019, 4:36 PM

keep an eye on

5 horses to follow over the next 12 months after the Cheltenham Festival

Klassical Dream, A Plus Tard, Delta Work, City Island and Minella Indo are all worth watching.

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Mar 21st 2019, 12:00 PM

Ruby Tuesday

Walsh-Mullins combo kick off Cheltenham by claiming the Novices' Hurdle

6/1 shot Klassical Dream beat Thomas Darby by four and a half lengths.

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Mar 12th 2019, 2:04 PM

Feature Race

Bellshill secures glory for Mullins and Ruby in Gold Cup at Leopardstown

Bellshill edged out Road To Respect by a short head this afternoon.

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Feb 3rd 2019, 5:49 PM

Master At Work

A seventh Thyestes Chase win for Willie Mullins as Ruby steers favourite to glory

The favourite Invitation Only won the feature race at Gowran Park today.

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Jan 24th 2019, 6:33 PM

Routine Win

Laurina makes winning return for Willie Mullins to take two-horse race by 48 lengths at Sandown

Ruby Walsh guided the six-year-old to a comfortable victory over Sensulano after there were late withdrawals in the Unibet Mares’ Hurdle.

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Jan 5th 2019, 3:43 PM

Tramore

Al Boum Photo leads home Mullins 1-2-3 in classy Savills Chase

Willie Mullins’ charge is now a 16/1 shot for the Cheltenham Gold Cup.

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Jan 1st 2019, 3:18 PM

Day 2

Walsh lands Leopardstown treble as Simply Ned shocks Footpad

Mark Walsh enjoyed a dream start to the second day of the Christmas Festival.

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Dec 27th 2018, 4:07 PM

Back in the Saddle

'It's been a long enough aul' road': Ruby Walsh opens Galway Races with a win on return from injury

Forced to pull out of Cheltenham prematurely, Walsh was well and truly back on song in Ballybrit.

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Jul 30th 2018, 6:11 PM

tough break

'There is light at the end of the tunnel' - Ruby Walsh reaches out to injured Dundalk captain

‘It’s always nice to talk to someone who’s been in a similar position.’

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May 16th 2018, 5:13 PM

back for good

Ruby Walsh hoping to put injury struggles behind him with France return in 3 weeks

The champion jockey has been left frustrated with a leg injury over the past few months.

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Apr 30th 2018, 12:49 PM

Bad Break

'I have to do what I’m told at some stage in my life': Injured Walsh to miss Punchestown

The jockey has been unable to recover from a broken leg in time for next week’s festival.

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Apr 20th 2018, 4:09 PM

Getting there

Ruby Walsh eyeing return at Punchestown following leg fracture

The 38-year-old suffered the injury at Cheltenham last week but is hopeful he will be fit to ride at Punchestown next month.

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Mar 21st 2018, 11:19 AM

CONFIRMED

Ruby Walsh ruled out of the Cheltenham Festival after aggravating leg break

A fall from Al Boum Photo in the RSA Chase today has ended the top jockey’s involvement.

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Mar 14th 2018, 6:30 PM

Winner alright

The complete chancer's guide to getting through the 2018 Cheltenham Festival

If you don’t know one end of a horse from the other, we’re here to help.

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Mar 13th 2018, 7:30 AM

Back in action

Sidelined since breaking his leg last November, Ruby made a winning return in Thurles today

After being sidelined for over four months, Walsh had a winner on board Lareen.

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Mar 8th 2018, 4:38 PM

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'It feels good' - Walsh back in the saddle and on track for Cheltenham comeback

The champion jockey has been out of action with a broken leg.

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Feb 20th 2018, 2:52 PM

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'You can ride with an arm and a half, but you need two legs'

Ruby Walsh on missing out on this weekend’s Dublin Racing Festival and what he expects from Faugheen.

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Feb 2nd 2018, 7:05 PM

Recovery

Ruby Walsh does not require surgery after breaking his leg in a fall

The champion jockey suffered the fall in Punchestown over the weekend.

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Nov 19th 2017, 11:49 AM

Injury

Ruby Walsh taken to hospital with suspected broken leg following fall at Punchestown

The 38-year-old jockey was taken to hospital following a suspected leg break on Saturday.

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Nov 18th 2017, 9:43 PM

Debate

Ruby Walsh has caused quite the reaction with his views on Ray Houghton's iconic goal at USA '94

‘That’s what we do in Ireland — jump up and down about mediocrity,’ the jockey said during last night’s episode of Ireland’s Greatest Sporting Moments.

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