The Irish Times

Many Clouds primed to reign again in Grand National

Last year’s Aintree winner the clear favourite though he will carry top weight of 11.10

Wed Feb 17 2016 - 01:00

Noel Meade: Road to Riches a ‘stupid price’ for Irish Gold Cup

Trainer believes stable star is entitled to be favourite for Leopardstown weekend feature

Fri Feb 05 2016 - 12:46

First Lieutenant may have last word in battle for Gold Cup

Still game, 11-year-old has what it takes to be up with the best in Leopardstown

Tue Feb 02 2016 - 01:00

Alpha Des Obeaux delivers Galmoy Hurdle success at Gowran

Mouse Morris’s charge ends a frustrating run of second-place finishes with 11-length win

Thu Jan 21 2016 - 21:05

Morris hoping Rule The World will show class in Goffs Thyestes Chase

Folsom Blue also has chance in competitive field at Gowran Park, trainer says

Wed Jan 20 2016 - 17:07

Mouse Morris takes issue with handicapper over First Lieutenant

Trainer unhappy with 13lb hike for his horse’s Lexus Chase effort

Tue Jan 05 2016 - 01:00

Alpha Des Obeaux may stretch Arctic Fire too far at Leopardstown

Ruby Walsh’s mount has quality but distance and soft ground may count against him

Mon Dec 28 2015 - 01:42

Rule The World’s stamina could bring win for Morris in Kerry

Line-up for Kerry National includes five horses from Michael O’Leary and Willie Mullins

Wed Sept 16 2015 - 01:00

Chopin can hit the right notes for Sheikh Fahad Al Thani

Leopardstown meet will see three runners carrying the Qatari colours

Wed Apr 15 2015 - 01:00

Indomitable O’Leary ready to fly higher and higher

One of racing’s best-known faces is set for battle with a top-class team and one specific aim – to win the race he sponsors himself

Mon Mar 09 2015 - 10:42

Vautour’s Cheltenham ambitions back on track after easy win at Leopardstown

Balko impressive in bumper to seal Mullins double

Mon Jan 19 2015 - 01:00

Irish-trained First Lieutenant installed as second favourite for Charlie Hall Chase

Eleven entries are left in Grade 2 feature

Mon Oct 27 2014 - 20:37

Willie Mullins prospecting for gold at Punchestown

Ruby Walsh has opted to partner Boston Bob in tomorrow’s Gold Cup at Co Kildare track

Mon Apr 28 2014 - 19:11

Rogue Angel can oblige in Irish Grand National

Mouse Morris-trained hope capable of victory at sizable price

Mon Apr 21 2014 - 01:00

Bookmakers don’t fancy an Irish victory in Aintree National Saturday week

Only two Irish-trained horses, Colbert Station and Prince De Beauchene, currently appear among top 14 in ante-post lists

Tue Mar 25 2014 - 01:00

Rule The World to deny Annie Power in World Hurdle

Big Buck’s is back to his best form, but the Paul Nicholls-trained gelding is getting on in age

Thu Mar 13 2014 - 13:24

No decision yet on Last Instalment for Gold Cup

Drying conditions at Cheltenham won’t favour Philip Fenton’s Hennessy Gold Cup winner

Tue Mar 11 2014 - 11:56

Mouse Morris in a quandary over First Lieutenant’s Cheltenham Festival target

Co Tipperary-based trainer not sure whether to aim for Gold Cup or Ryanair Chase

Tue Mar 04 2014 - 01:00

O’Leary grips top of Hennessy market

Ruby Walsh teams up with old boss Nicholls for Tidal Bay Hennessy ride

Wed Feb 05 2014 - 01:00

Trainer Tony Martin will decide if Bog Warrior runs in Tied Cottage Chase after workout tomorrow

Gigginstown Stud star has endured an injury-interrupted career since memorably landing Drinmore Chase

Wed Jan 29 2014 - 01:00

Mouse Morris may run First Lieutenant in Hennessy Gold Cup

Trainer has often skipped running his top Cheltenham candidates at the prestigious Leopardstown fixture

Wed Jan 15 2014 - 01:00

Bobs Worth out to defend Gold Cup title at Cheltenham

Nicky Henderson’s nine-year-old one of 36 entries for big race

Wed Jan 08 2014 - 12:27

First Lieutenant to motor home in Lexus Chase at Leopardstown

Mouse Morris-trained star can repel the challenge of Gold Cup hero Bobs Worth

Sat Dec 28 2013 - 01:03

First Lieutenant set for another crack at Leopardstown highlight

Trainer Mouse Morris optimistic of a happier outcome

Sat Dec 21 2013 - 01:00

Simenon runs a blinder to finish fourth to Fiorente in Melbourne Cup

Trainer Willie Mullins may now take his star to Tokyo for the €4.1 million Japan Cup

Tue Nov 05 2013 - 17:10

Flemenstar set for first start for new trainer Tony Martin

Former Peter Casey charge looking to capture Fortria Chase at Navan

Tue Nov 05 2013 - 01:00

Noel Meade gives Corbally Ghost a quick return after Galway fall

Lismullen Hurdle at Navan is a likely next target for Rule The World

Wed Oct 30 2013 - 01:00

Aidan O’Brien has Doncaster trophy in his sights again

First Lieutenant likely to appear next at Down Royal

Mon Oct 21 2013 - 22:02

Toner D’Oudairies proves best as Gigginstown has clean sweep

First Lieutenant faded into third place

Fri Oct 18 2013 - 01:00

Morris warns First Lieutenant will need Punchestown run

Trainer adds stable star will ‘only run if the ground is safe’

Thu Oct 17 2013 - 01:00

Brendan Brackan takes Galway feature for young star Keane

Apprentice jockey guides 10-1 shot to big victory

Tue Jul 30 2013 - 20:54

Gigginstown plan major assault on Gold Cup

Sir Des Champs, First Lieutenant and Quito De La Roque all target Punchestown showpiece

Thu Apr 11 2013 - 12:21

For Non Stop to leave Lieutenant in queue

Fehily can secure Grade One compensation

Thu Mar 14 2013 - 06:00

Mullins’s Quevega warms Irish hearts

Quevega and Ruby Walsh emulate the legendary Golden Miller as a five-time festival winner

Wed Mar 13 2013 - 06:00