Saturday, 15 June – All-Ireland SFC Round 3

Group 2: Kerry v Meath

Venue: Glenisk O’Connor Park, Tullamore
Throw-in: 4.15pm
TV: Live on GAA+

The last time these sides met in the Championship, Meath held Kerry for over 50 minutes before David Clifford ignited and led Kerry to a 15-point win. This year, Meath have improved with results against Dublin, Cork, and Roscommon. However, Mathew Costello’s absence weakens their attack. Clifford’s 1-8 haul last time out underlines his threat, and Kerry have made five changes including a debut for Mark O’Shea at midfield. Meath’s midfield and defensive resilience will be tested to the limit.

KERRY: Shane Ryan; Paul Murphy, Jason Foley, Tom O’Sullivan; Tadhg Morley, Mike Breen, Gavin White; Joe O’Connor, Mark O’Shea; Graham O’Sullivan, Sean O’Shea, Micheal Burns; David Clifford, Killian Spillane, Dylan Geaney.

Subs: Shane Murphy, Dylan Casey, Tony Brosnan, Armin Heinrich, Conor Geaney, Evan Looney, Sean O’Brien, Tom Leo O’Sullivan, Darragh Lyne, Cillian Trant, Ruairi Murphy, Damien Bourke, Dara Moynihan.

Meath: Billy Hogan; Seamus Lavin, Sean Rafferty, Brian O’Halloran; Donal Keogan, Sean Coffey, Ciaran Caulfield; Bryan Menton, Adam O’Neill; Conor Duke, Ruairi Kinsella, Cathal Hickey; Jordan Morris, James Conlon, Eoghan Frayne.

Subs: Sean Brennan, Ronan Ryan, Eoin Harkin, James McEntee, Cian McBride, Conor Gray, Shane Walsh, Aaron Lynch, Daithi McGowan, Keith Curtis, Diarmuid Moriarty.

Group 2: Roscommon v Cork

Venue: Laois Hire O’Moore Park, Portlaoise
Throw-in: 4.15pm
TV: Live on GAA+

A repeat of last year’s bottom-two clash, Roscommon are in pole position to reach the last 12 with another win over Cork. Their March meeting ended in a 14-point Roscommon win. Cork have since lost to Meath and Kerry, while Roscommon earned a draw against Meath. Cork are unchanged, but Roscommon replace the injured Niall Higgins with Pearse Frost. This could go down to the wire, but Roscommon will back their recent form.

Group 4: Dublin v Derry

Venue: Páirc Esler, Newry
Throw-in: 6.30pm
TV: Live on GAA+

Last year’s Division 1 toppers, Derry, are on a drastic slide with just one win in regulation since their win over Dublin. They’ll hope that last week’s draw with Galway signals a turnaround. Dublin, on the other hand, are licking wounds from a frustrating defeat to Armagh. Con O’Callaghan returns to the bench, and John Small comes in for Colm Basquel. Derry will need a huge effort, with Odhran Lynch back in goal and Conor McCluskey available again.

DUBLIN: Stephen Cluxton; Sean MacMahon, Theo Clancy, David Byrne; Brian Howard, John Small, Alex Gavin; Peadar O Cofaigh Byrne, Killian McGinnis; Ciaran Kilkenny, Sean Bugler, Niall Scully; Paddy Small, Lorcan O’Dell, Cormac Costello.

Subs: Evan Comerford, Luke Breathnach, Nathan Doran, Lee Gannon, Tom Lahiff, Greg McEneaney, Ross McGarry, Eoin Murchan, Cian Murphy, Con O’Callaghan, Eoghan O’Donnell.

DERRY: Odhran Lynch; Diarmuid Baker, Eoin McEvoy, Patrick McGurk; Conor Doherty, Brendan Rogers, Padraig McGrogan; Conor Glass, Dan Higgins; Ethan Doherty, Paul Cassidy, Ciaran McFaul; Shane McGuigan, Niall Loughlin, Niall Toner.

Subs: Ben McKinless, Conor McCluskey, Ryan Mulholland, Danny McDermott, Tommy Rogers, Anton Tohill, Ruairi Forbes, Lachlan Murray, Cahir McMonagle, Caolan Devlin, Ben McCarron.

Group 4: Galway v Armagh

Venue: Kingspan Breffni, Cavan
Throw-in: 6.30pm
TV: Live on GAA+

Armagh are already through but promise to go full tilt in this repeat of last year’s All-Ireland quarter-final. Galway, who have drawn with Derry and lost narrowly to Dublin, need a result to secure progression. Rory Grugan is absent for Armagh, with Stefan Campbell starting and Niall Grimley returning at midfield. Galway bring in Sean Fitzgerald and Cein Darcy. Expect a tense, tactical contest between two heavyweights with something to prove.

GALWAY: Connor Gleeson; Johnny McGrath, Sean Fitzgerald, Jack Glynn; Dylan McHugh, Sean Kelly, Liam Silke; Paul Conroy, John Maher; Cillian McDaid, Rob Finnerty, Cein Darcy; Matthew Tierney, Shane Walsh, Matthew Thompson.

Subs: Conor Flaherty, Daniel O’Flaherty, Cathal Sweeney, Kieran Molloy, Sean O Maoilchiarain, Peter Cooke, John Daly, Cian Hernon, Johnny Heaney, Tomo Culhane, Damien Comer.

ARMAGH: Ethan Rafferty; Paddy Burns, Barry McCambridge, Peter McGrane; Ross McQuillan, Tiernan Kelly, Jarlath Og Burns; Jason Duffy, Niall Grimley; Darragh McMullan, Rian O’Neill, Oisin Conaty; Stefan Campbell, Andrew Murnin, Conor Turbitt.

Subs: Blaine Hughes, Tomas McCormack, Greg McCabe, Connaire Mackin, Aaron McKay, Joe McElroy, Cian McConville, Callum O’Neill, Aidan Forker, Shane McPartlan, Jemar Hall.

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Trained by Aidan O’Brien, the Wayne Lordan-ridden son of Dubawi was a two and three-quarter length winner over the Dermot Weld-handled once-race Purview (11/1), in the hands of Chris Hayes.

Tennessee Stud, owned by the Coolmore partners just like the winner, was third for Joseph O’Brien.

Run over a mile and a quarter, the winner of The Cashel Palace Hotel Derby Trial last season, Los Angeles, went on to success in the Group 1 Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby at The Curragh last summer.

Roosevelt and Butterfly Wings win for Ballydoyle

The win for Delacroix was part of a treble for O’Brien and Lordan.

Roosevelt (7/1), last of 10 runners on debut at Leopardstown on 9 April, battled well under a Wayne Lordan drive to claim The Captain Dara Fitzpatrick Memorial Maiden for the Coolmore partners.

The win by the son of Frankel maintained the excellent recent form of Aidan O’Brien-trained horses. Delta (13/2), trained by Joseph O’Brien for Qatar Racing Limited, finished runner-up, a head behind the Ballydoyle-handled winner.

Butterfly Wings (2/1) was the final part of the treble, when breaking her maiden at the fourth time of asking in the It’s Family Day at Leopardstown Fillies Maiden.

Vera’s Secret takes Group 3 for Johnny Feane

Johnny Feane and Séamie Heffernan teamed up to win the Group 3 Al Shira’aa Racing ‘Mutamakina’ Stakes with Vera’s Secret (11/2).

The six-year-old daughter of Epaulette was to the fore from the stalls. She was not for catching on only the eight run of her career. She was going further away from the field as they hit the line, and had a four-length advantage in the end.

Vera’s Secret was followed home by Fiery Lucy (9/2) from the Gavin Cromwell yard, with three-quarters of another length back to the grey Bella Isabella (12/1).

Murtagh and Coen double

Zodiac Bear (5/1) and Ben Coen won the opening FITZ AGRIPLANT Maiden for trainer Johnny Murtagh. Unplaced on his only previous outing, the three-year-old son of Kodi Bear ran out a three and a quarter length winner over Dermot Weld newcomer Eshermann (5/2). The twice third-placed Monkstown (9/4 favourite) was next home, half a length behind the runner-up.

Murtagh and Coen soon brought up a Leopardstown double with the success of Chicago Critic (14/1) in the Porsche In Support Of Breast Cancer Ireland Amethyst Stakes (Listed) over a mile.

Coming from the back of the six-runner field, following the later withdrawal of race favourite Diego Velazquez when getting worked up in the stalls, Chicago Critic showed a good turn of pace on his preferred good ground, to run out a length and three-quarters winner.

Cloud Seeker (100/30 favourite) was a winner for Andy Slattery and his jockey son Andrew, when having a neck advantage over Ceallach (16/1) at the finishing line in the Leopardstown Golf And Driving Range Handicap.

The concluding race of an eight-race card went to jockey Joey Sheridan on the Ger O’Leary-trained Mister Adam (7/2).

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Carrying the colours of Joe and Marie Donnelly, the Paul Townend-ridden winner came home to loud cheers from the packed stands at the Co Kildare venue.

Prior to the Grade 1 contest, the presence of former champion hurdler Constitution Hill (8/13 favourite) added spice to the race, and the reigning Cheltenham Champion Hurdler of 2025 Golden Ace was also in the six-runner field.

Paul Townend set out in front on the son of Doctor Dino and dictated the fractions throughout the two-mile contest.

With Golden Ace (14/1) and Lorcan William, and Kargese (15/2) and Danny Mullins tracking the leader, eyes turned to Constitution Hill as his rider James Bowen asked for an effort before two hurdles out.

With State Man increasing the tempo, and ultimately his lead, the Nicky Henderson-trained Constitution Hill soon looked in trouble and began to fade.

Townend and State Man were lengths clear heading to the final hurdle, with their only serious danger in front of them.

The Closutton inmate was given time to jump the final flight, and eventually ran out a four and three-quarter length winner over the mare Golden Ace, trained by Jeremy Scott.

State Man’s stable mate, Kargese, with Danny Mullins aboard, was next home, a length and a quarter behind the runner-up.

Ian Donoghue’s Break My Soul (125/1) was fourth, 18 lengths behind Kargese, with another three and a quarter lengths further back to race favourite Constitution Hill.

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The Closutton trainer’s winners included the three Grade 1 races on the card.

Kaid D’Authie (9/4 favourite) and Mark Walsh was the first Mullins winner on Wednesday. The J.P. McManus-owned French-bred won the Louis Fitzgerald Hurdle by three and a half lengths.

Kaid D’Authie had pulled up on his most recent racetrack appearance, in the Grade 1 Turners’ Novices’ Hurdle at Cheltenham last month.

Three Grade 1 victories

In the first Grade 1 of the afternoon, Jasmin De Vaux (13/8 favourite) brought up the Closutton-handled double, and gave stable jockey Paul Townend his first winner of the 2025 Punchestown Festival.

The next Grade 1 on the card was a win for Townend’s sister, Jody, as Bambino Fever (11/8 favourite) completed the Cheltenham-Punchestown champion bumper double.

Galopin Des Champs (5/6 favourite) was most impressive – a 22 length winner – in the Ladbrokes Punchestown Gold Cup. The son of Timos was a fourth winner on the card for Team Mullins.

James Du Berlais (7/1) and J.J. Slevin completed the Willie Mullins five-timer with success in the Grade 3 Colm Quinn BMW Handicap Chase.

Crucial winner for John Shinnick 

Glanworth, Co Cork jockey John Shinnick closed the gap in his quest for the conditional jockeys’ championship with success on 9/1 chance Thisistheway.

Owned and trained by the Lattas in Wexford, the daughter of Doyen was a length and a quarter victor over the fast finishing Littlefoot (80/1) and Conor Stone-Walsh.

The Tom Mullins-trained, Danny Mullins-ridden Coral River (6/1) was a further three lengths back in third.

Shinnick is now only one winner behind leader Tiernan Power Roche in his bid to succeed Danny Gilligan as champion conditional rider come Saturday afternoon.

British-trained winner

David Pipe continued the success of the British trainers as he won the Adare Manor Opportunity Series Final Handicap Hurdle with Thanksforthehelp (14/1).

Carrying the colours of the race sponsor, J.P. McManus, the Gavin Brouder-ridden eight-year-old grey came late to claim a two and a half-length success from race favourite Ballysax Hank (5/1), with a further three and a quarter lengths back to Stay Gold (20/1) in third.

The Declan Queally-trained and ridden Carrigmornaspruce (11/2) took the concluding Grade 3 Weatherbys GSB EBF (Mares) IMH Flat Race.

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Having won the previous Grade 1 at 18/1 with Irancy, Champ Kiely was returned at a bigger price of 22/1.

With both Lecky Watson and Impaire Et Passe,both also from the Mullins yard, departing early in the race, Ballyburn (11/8 favourite) came more into prominence as the contest progressed.

With the Ronnie Bartlett-owned seven-year-old  leading under Paul Townend, Danny Mullins asked Champ Kiely for his effort.

He son of Ocovango battled bravely for Danny Mullins to eventually run out a comfortable six and a half length victor.

Ballyburn, in the runner-up spot, had 11 lengths to spare over Stellar Story (14/1) and Danny Gilligan in third.

Danny Mullins spoke of the good fortune of being part of his uncle’s Closutton team, saying:

“For me, I’m just so lucky to be part of the team in Willie’s. I’m just blessed to be on the team and get to ride some of the good ones on these days.”

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The Closutton handler won both the KPMG Champion Novice Hurdle with Irancy (18/1), and then followed up in the Dooley Insurance Group Champion Novice Chase with Champ Kiely (22/1).

Irancy was ridden by Mark Walsh, while Danny Mullins was the successful rider on board Champ Kiely, meaning the reigning champion jockey and Closutton number one, Paul Townend, ended the day without a winner.

Mullins completed a treble on the card courtesy of Wonderful Everyday (16/1) and Ruth Dudfield in the €100,000 Goffs Defender Bumper.

Two British-trained winners

The visitors won two of the opening three races of the 2025 Punchestown Festival.

Buy Some Time (50/1) led home a cross-channel trained 1-2 as the father and son combination of Mike and Sam Smith claimed the Albert Bartlett Triple Crown Series Final Handicap Hurdle ahead of the Fay Bramley-handled Almuhit (11/2) under Richie McLernon.

The Listed Killashee Hotel Handicap Hurdle was another 1-2 for the British-based runners, as Ascending Lark (8/1) came late to defeat Jonjo O’Neill’s Wilful (13/2).

Wexford handler Richard O’Keeffe had a day to remember when providing the winner and runner-up in the Kildare Hunt Club Cross Country Chase for the Ladies Perpetual Cup.

The winner, Transcript (22/1), ridden by Tony Doyle, and the Barry Stone-guided runner-up Turnupdevolume (5/1), both carried the winning conditioners colours.

The Willie Coonan Memorial INH Flat Race went to the Gavin Cromwell-trained debutant Bud Fox (16/5). Ridden by Derek O’Connor the four-year-old could be picked out a long way from home.

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Growth in viewing figures and enhanced brand awareness are helping to develop the competition, while the strength of the Premier League is constantly improving.

A Brief History

The League of Ireland was formed in 1921, and it is the elite competition for football teams in the country. In 1985, 64 years after its inception, the Premier Division was founded to accommodate the best-performing clubs in the structure.

Ten teams currently play in the Premier Division. Over the course of a campaign, they will meet each other four times, so every club plays 36 games. At the end of that sequence, the team at the top of the table is crowned as champions. The bottom club is relegated to the second tier, while the team second from bottom faces a play off to decide their fate.

Certain clubs have traditionally been strong in the Irish Premier League. Shamrock Rovers are the most successful team with 21 titles since 1985, while defending champions Shelbourne won their 14th trophy in 2024. The live betting markets usually showShelbourne as the favourites due to their impressive form, it is them and St Patrick who are joint favourites to win the league this year, while Shamrock Rovers head the chasing pack.

They are favourites for a reason, but there are teams below them who could yet deliver a surprise.

Derry Regroup

Derry City haven’t won the League of Ireland title since 1997, but some expert pundits believe this could be the year that they end the drought. The Candystripes responded to a poor campaign last year by making changes to the dugout and the playing squad.

Manager Ruaidhri Higgins was replaced by Tiernan Lynch, and the new boss quickly entered the transfer market. No fewer than six new arrivals made their way to Derry, including senior Northern Ireland internationals Liam Boyce, Carl Winchester, Gavin Whyte and Shane Ferguson.

A new outlook offers hope, but Derry have started the season poorly, picking up just four points from their first five games. A new squad needs time to gel, and fans will be looking for the team to improve quickly.

Early Pacesetters

Following those first five games of the 2025 campaign, Drogheda United led the way at the top of the table. At that stage, they were one of only two unbeaten sides in the division, and Drogheda enjoyed a two-point lead over closest challengers, Waterford.

Drogheda’s squad for 2025 contains four players on loan from English football league clubs, each of whom will have a key role to play this season. While all four are set to feature, Drogs fans will hope Josh Thomas can deliver the goals that keep the club in contention.

A Welsh youth international on loan from Swansea City, Thomas scored his first goal for Drogheda in the impressive 3-0 win over Sligo Rovers.

Galway’s Solid Start

Along with Drogheda United, Galway United are also unbeaten after five games of the new Premier League season. The team has won once in that time, while four draws show that John Caulfield’s side is going to be tough to beat.

Early results suggest that the club may concede too many goals across the remainder of the campaign, but if that defence can tighten up, Galway may yet be one of the division’s surprise teams in 2025.

Beyond Survival?

As a newly promoted side, Cork City’s focus is on survival this season, but can they go beyond that target? They are considered as a ‘yo-yo team’ having just been promoted for the second timein three seasons, and clearly, that first aim is to avoid relegation.

Early results have largely been positive, and one defeat from four games leaves Cork in a respectable seventh place in the early table. A 2-1 victory over Bohemians was the highlight of those opening exchanges.

Cork have some impressive players in their squad, and if they are going to move up the table, much will depend on the goal-scoring exploits of Sean Maguire. A Republic of Ireland international, Maguire previously spent two productive seasons at Cork, scoring twenty goals in twenty-one games in 2017.

He subsequently moved across the Irish Sea to join Preston North End, but he’s now back at Turners Cross. Sean Maguire has the potential to become the most potent striker in the Irish Premier League, and if he can maintain those scoring levels, Cork may yet become this year’s surprise package.

Clearly, there is a long way to go in the new Irish Premier League season, but those early games have given us a taste of what to expect. The favourites to win the title have seen solid starts, but there is an unlikely early leader in the shape of Drogheda United.

Can the Drogs maintain that form and deliver a surprise title win, or will other unlikely teams move forward to produce a shock in Ireland’s elite league?

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Premier Sports to Broadcast 2025 Bank of Ireland Leinster Rugby Boys Schools Senior Cup Live

Premier Sports is set to deliver comprehensive coverage of the highly anticipated 2025 Bank of Ireland Leinster Rugby Boys Schools Senior Cup, beginning Tuesday, 28 January 2025.

The broadcaster will exclusively air eight live matches from the competition, kicking off with Blackrock College versus St Mary’s College in Round 1. The opening clash will be held at Energia Park, with coverage starting at 2.45pm on Premier Sports 1. Fans can look forward to in-depth interviews and expert analysis from Connor Morris and Bernard Jackman.

Following the first round, all four quarter-final fixtures will be broadcast live during the week of 10 February 2025. The semi-finals are scheduled for the week commencing 3 March 2025, also at Energia Park.

This year, with the RDS Arena undergoing redevelopment, the final will take place at Tallaght Stadium on St Patrick’s Day, 17 March 2025. Premier Sports will bring the curtain down on another thrilling year of Senior Cup action from this iconic Dublin venue.

Michael O’Rourke, founder and owner of Premier Sports, expressed his excitement about this year’s event:
“We are delighted to once again showcase this brilliant competition and the talented schools and players involved. Hosting the final in Tallaght Stadium adds a unique element to this year’s tournament. It’s an excellent venue with a fantastic atmosphere, and our team is well-versed in broadcasting from there. We can’t wait to get started, beginning with the reigning champions facing a determined St Mary’s College side hungry for success at the Senior Cup level.”

Matthew Dowling, Chief Commercial Officer for Leinster Rugby, also highlighted the significance of the partnership:
“We’d like to thank Michael and the team at Premier Sports for their continued support of the Bank of Ireland Leinster Schools Senior Cup. Broadcasting eight live games on such a respected platform is a fantastic opportunity for players and fans alike. Premier Sports’ commitment to rugby, from grassroots to professional levels, is unparalleled, and we’re looking forward to another exciting season.”

Where to Watch

Premier Sports is available on Sky (channels 412 and 420), NOW, Virgin, and Vodafone platforms. Additional information can be found on the Premier Sports website.

Streaming Additional Matches

Leinster Rugby has confirmed that the remaining seven Round 1 matches will be available for streaming. Details will be announced closer to the fixtures.

2025 Bank of Ireland Leinster Rugby Boys Schools Senior Cup Fixtures

First Round

All matches will take place at Energia Park, Donnybrook, at 3pm.
• Monday, 20 January: St Gerard’s School v St Michael’s College
• Wednesday, 22 January: Kilkenny College v St Vincent’s Castleknock College
• Friday, 24 January: Belvedere College v Wesley College
• Monday, 27 January: Terenure College v Clongowes Wood College
• Tuesday, 28 January: Blackrock College v St Mary’s College – live on Premier Sports
• Wednesday, 29 January: Newbridge College v Gonzaga College
• Thursday, 30 January: Cistercian College Roscrea v Vinnie Murray Cup Q2
• Friday, 31 January: Vinnie Murray Cup Q1 v St Fintan’s High School

Quarter-Finals

Scheduled for the week commencing 10 February 2025 at Energia Park.

Semi-Finals

Scheduled for the week commencing 3 March 2025 at Energia Park.

Final

The final will take place on Monday, 17 March 2025, at Tallaght Stadium.

Stay tuned as Premier Sports brings the best of Leinster Rugby Schools Senior Cup action to fans across Ireland and beyond.

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City Of Troy wins the Juddmonte International Stakes! #ITVRacing | #EborFestival | @coolmorestud pic.twitter.com/5A89TFW0A7

— ITV Racing (@itvracing) August 21, 2024

Under the hands of Ryan Moore, City Of Troy made the running from the starting stalls. Once their pair turned for home, they found an extra gear to stretch away from a strong field, with French horse, Calandagan, chasing him home in second place.

Breeders’ Cup Classic Next

O’Brien confirmed after the York contest that the Breeders’ Cup Classic would be the Derby winner’s next assignment. He is the 4/1 favourite in the race betting for the feature contest of the Breeders’ Cup Championship at Del Mar in November.

As the horse race results show, Arthur’s Ride won the Grade One Whitney Stakes at Saratoga on his last outing. The four-year-old is one of the North American horses City Of Troy will be taking on in California.

The son of US Triple Crown winner Justify will have a racecourse gallop at either Southwell or Wolverhampton before he heads to the United States, so he can familiarise himself with a change in surface.

The son of US Triple Crown winner Justify will have a racecourse gallop at either Southwell or Wolverhampton before he heads to the United States, so he can familiarise himself with a change in surface.

Comparisons to Greats

With victories coming in the Derby, Eclipse Stakes and Juddmonte International in the same season, City Of Troy is now being compared to some of the greats of the sport. The last horse to complete that treble was Sea the Stars.
City Of Troy can add to his legacy with a success on dirt in the Breeders’ Cup Classic. No Irish-trained horse in history has won the 1m2f contest. The last European-based runner to prevail was Raven’s Pass in 2008 for leading UK trainer John Gosden.

The best O’Brien has fared in the Breeders’ Cup Classic so far in his career is second place, when Giant’s Causeway finished just a neck behind Tiznow at Churchill Downs in 2000.
Excellent Week for O’Brien

EIGHT wins in the Pertemps Network Yorkshire Oaks for Aidan O’Brien!

3/1 favourite Content lands the Group One feature on day two to continue a fine Ebor Festival for Ryan Moore and Ballydoyle @yorkracecourse pic.twitter.com/0LrkhppgKW

— Racing TV (@RacingTV) August 22, 2024

It was another excellent week for O’Brien at one of the UK’s major Flat meetings as he bids to win the British Trainers’ Championship this season. In the feature race on day two of the Ebor Festiva. In the feature race on day two of the Ebor Festival, Content won the Group One Yorkshire Oaks. The three-year-old filly went one place better than then Irish Oaks earlier in the campaign.

On day one at York, the Ballydoyle team was also in the winner’s enclosure with The Lions in Winter and Los Angeles. The former won the Group Three Acomb Stakes, establishing himself as one of the leading Classics contenders for next season, while the latter scored in the Great Voltigeur Stakes. The St Leger, Irish Champions Stakes and Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe are all now under consideration for the Group Two winners.
O’Brien was adamant City Of Troy was something special following his debut victory at the Curragh in 2023. Whatever happens in his final start of the year, he has shown why so many at Ballydoyle thought so highly of the horse from such a young age.

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Playing online casino games can be a thrilling way to enjoy your free time, with the convenience of accessing a wide range of games from the comfort of your own home. However, with this convenience comes the responsibility of ensuring that your personal and financial information remains secure. The online gaming world is not without its risks, and players must be vigilant to protect themselves from potential threats. These can range from fraudulent websites and scamsto poor security practices that leave your data vulnerable. Understanding the importance of security measures and how to implement them is essential for anyone looking to enjoy online casino games safely. This guide will provide practical advice on how to safeguard your information and make informed decisions when choosing an online casino, so you can focus on the fun without worrying about your safety.

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The Role of Encryption and Security Protocols in Online Casinos

Encryption and security protocols are essential in ensuring a safe online gaming experience. Online casinos that prioritise the safety of their players typically employ robust encryption technologies, such as SSL (Secure Socket Layer) and TLS (Transport Layer Security). These technologies encrypt the data exchanged between players and the casino, making it extremely difficult for cybercriminals to access sensitive information. For example, when you enter your payment details or personal information, encryption ensures that these details are securely transmitted, protecting you from potential breaches.

In addition to encryption, reputable online casinos also implement advanced security protocols. These may include firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and regular security audits to ensure that their systems are safeguarded against external threats. The presence of these measures is a strong indicator that the casino is committed to protecting its players. When choosing an online casino, it’s crucial to check if they have these security features in place, as this will significantly reduce the risk of data theft or fraud. Knowing that your information is secure allows you to focus on enjoying the games without worrying about potential security issues.

Protecting Your Personal and Financial Information

Safeguarding your personal and financial information is a critical aspect of staying safe while playing online casino games. One effective way to do this is by using strong, unique passwords for your online casino accounts. Avoid using the same password across multiple sites, as this increases the risk of all your accounts being compromised if one site is breached. Additionally, enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) where available adds an extra layer of security, requiring a second form of verification before access is granted.

It’s also important to be mindful of the information you share with online casinos. Only provide the necessary details required for registration and transactions, and avoid oversharing personal information that could be exploited. When conducting financial transactions, ensure that you use secure payment methods, such as credit cards or e-wallets, which offer additional protection compared to other payment options.

Monitoring your financial statements and online casino account activity regularly can also help you detect any unusual or suspicious behaviour early on. By taking these precautions, you can significantly reduce the risk of your personal and financial information being compromised while enjoying your favourite online casino games.

Staying safe while playing online casino games requires a combination of vigilance, knowledge, and proactive measures. By choosing reputable platforms, protecting your personal and financial information, and staying informed about potential scams, you can enjoy the excitement of online gaming with greater confidence. Understanding the importance of encryption and security protocols further strengthens your ability to keep your data secure. Ultimately, taking these steps ensures that your online casino experience remainsenjoyable and secure, allowing you to focus on the fun rather than the risks.

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