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Friday 23 July 2021
From The42
Jim Bolger’s recent comments have prompted lots of questions.
Micheal Nolan will have surgery after the incident at Southwell on Monday.
Organisers say they have been working with Horse Racing Ireland and the government on bringing spectators back to the event.
British runners dominate in the Curragh Classic.
Favourite claims Listed glory in style at the Curragh.
An extra day of racing could come into place in 2023, according to reports.
Poetic Flare came home second in Curragh Classic.
The track is waterlogged on parts of track after heavy rain.
Donn McClean takes a look back at the 2021 Punchestown Festival and Willie Mullins’ 19-winner haul.
Third fillies’ Classic in a row for Ballydoyle – and fifth in last six years.
The 2021 Festival finished today.
Hamilton’s pursuit of a 100th career pole was delayed when Bottas notched up his 17th.
Poetic Flare claims Classic glory after pulsating battle with Master Of The Seas.
Grade One glory for Mullins’ runner after lengthy absence.
Johnny Ward previews Friday’s feature race at the Punchestown Festival.
Paul Nicholls’ dual King George hero sees off Al Boum Photo.
Galopin Des Champs keeps up momentum for reigning champion.
De Bromhead’s brilliant mare to face seven rivals on Friday.
Johnny Ward takes you through Thursday’s feature race.
Mullins’ mare stuns Monkfish and Envoi Allen with all-the-way success.
Smart mare Echoes In Rain adds to Mullins haul in Grade One contest.
Johnny Ward previews a race that was last won by Ruby Walsh on his final ride.
Hot favourite Santiago only fourth as 20-1 shot shines at Navan.
Champion booked for three rides on day one after foot injury.
22-year-old Jack Kennedy’s metoric rise in racing and recovery from injuries has inspired his fanbase at home in West Kerry.
The King George hero Frodon triumphed again.
The syndicate with modest ambitions have seen their horse reign at Leopardstown and Cheltenham, with Punchestown next up.
Three winners for the Blackmore and De Bromhead partnership at Kilbeggan this evening.
Henry de Bromhead’s charge aiming to supplement Gold Cup heroics.
Rider is having a protective boot made ahead of Festival.
Connections opt against running Clan Des Obeaux at Sandown.
Rider was injured earlier in the month.
Lucinda Russell-trained eight-year-old races to glory under Tom Scudamore.
Owner Philip Reynolds pays tribute to ‘special athlete with a personality all of his own’.
Blackmore is closing in on leader Paul Townend in the race to become Champion Jockey.
More glory for trainer Henry De Bromhead.
My Drogo took his winning run to four with a most convincing performance in the Betway Mersey Novices’ Hurdle.
World’s greatest steeplechase is back, but taking place behind closed doors for the first time
There was victory in the Betway Bowl Chase for Clan Des Obeaux, with Tiger Roll having to settle for fourth.
AS TEMPERATURES SOARED across the country over the past week, Irish people have been making the most of the sunshine.
But Irish Water has appealed to members of the public in numerous counties to reduce their water usage to ensure a consistent supply for all during this busy time.
Nighttime restrictions have been put in place in some areas to help maintain supply.
In general, long spells of dry and warm weather can affect water supply in many areas. People are asked to take extra measures to conserve water during these periods.
But do you try to use less water during warm weather or does your consumption stay the same?
Today we want to know… Are you making an effort to conserve water during this heat wave?
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Donal Fallon describes the impact the Dublin Corporation architect Herbert Simms had on Dublin city.
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