He won the Laya Arena Stakes in the early afternoon and followed up with success in the day’s feature contest, the CSIO5* Sport Ireland Classic this evening.

In the 1.55m class, a total of 55 combinations – 16 of them from Ireland – took up the challenge of the Alan Wade-designed course.

The home representatives dominated the class, taking six of the first seven places.

Coyle and the nine-year-old chestnut ran out winners with a clear round in a time of 65.49 seconds.

Their nearest rivals were Cork’s Shane Sweetnam with Pia Maria H. The mare also produced a clear round, as she stopped the clock at 66.97 seconds.

The all-Irish podium was completed by Tipperary’s Tom Wachman. Riding the Coolmore Showjumping-owned Do It Easy, they left all fences in tact as they crossed the finishing line with a clear in 67.99 seconds.

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The 10-year-old gelding Cordiamo jumped a clear round in a highly impressive time of 55.84 seconds to win the Laya Arena Stakes.

Swiss Anthony Bourquard was over four seconds slower in the runner-up position, as he and Flanagan Semilly also went clear, clocking 60.49 seconds.

Former Team Ireland Chef d’Équipe, Rodrigo Pessoa of Brazil, took third. Riding the 10-year-old Giorgio D’Ellipse, they were clear in 61.06 seconds to complete the podium.

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Francis Derwin and Parvati Aeg were first to have the Irish tricolour raised in the Laya Arena, as they claimed the 1.45m Speed Stakes on Wednesday afternoon.

Their clear round in a time of 54.21 seconds was enough for the win, ahead of Tipperary’s Tom Wachman with Obora’s Laura, who were also clear, but in a slower time of 56.40 seconds.

The podium was completed by France’s Robin Lesqueren and Galax du Rouet – they also left all poles in places, stopping the timer in 57.21 seconds.

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The New Zealand-bred held off Ardakan, the mount of Martin Kelly and trained by Ciaron Maher, while Embezzler took third behind the British-bred runner-up in the 4,200m race.

Grand National Hurdle | Andy Win

A huge result for @jackson_sw & @tomryan09 in the feature hurdle

Ch. 78/68, Foxtel 529, Kayo or via our app
REPLAYS: https://t.co/ZIa4a02wC0 pic.twitter.com/stE5TdVUcn

— Racing.com (@Racing) August 2, 2026

Speaking to Racing.com, Rathangan, Co Wicklow-born Jackson admitted:

“It’s unbelievable. We won this race last year (with Highland Blaze) and to win it again this year with Andy Win… he’s been a cracking horse, and he made hard work of it; I don’t think there’s any jockey, except Tom Ryan, that would have won on him today.

“He looked gone up the back, he (Ryan) had to keep him up to his job. Maybe the ground wasn’t quite soft enough for him and the others had a bit more speed, but geez he’s tough. What a thrill.”

County Galway rider, Tom Ryan, then went on to complete a double on the card when winning the Ecycle Solutions Crisp Chase aboard Sing For Peace.

Crisp Steeplechase | Sing For Peace

WHAT A FINISH! It wasn’t to be for Stern Idol today, but Sing For Peace got the better of Mr Lincoln in a thrilling finish!

Ch. 78/68, Foxtel 529, Kayo or via our app
REPLAYS: https://t.co/ZIa4a02wC0 pic.twitter.com/MAjgiw4gjT

— Racing.com (@Racing) August 2, 2026

Another New Zealand-bred, the Patrick Payne-trained son of Tavistock beat Mr Lincoln and Hit The Road Jack in second and third places respectively.

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The 22-year-old becomes the first Irish female professional golfer to win a professional tournament on home soil.

Coulter produced a composed display to secure a dream victory at Malahide Golf Club and write her name into the history books.

Speaking after her win, the Co Down golfer admitted:

“To win on home soil, in front of so many family, friends and Irish supporters, is incredibly special and something I’ll remember forever. The atmosphere all week was amazing and the support I received has been incredible.

The course was in fantastic condition and the greens at Malahide were probably the best I’ve played on since coming back to Europe.”

Having announced prior to the tournament that she would begin her professional career at the Women’s Irish Challenge, Coulter could not have scripted a better start. Her victory not only marks the perfect beginning to her life as a professional golfer but also represents a landmark moment for Irish women’s golf.

The triumph is another remarkable milestone in what has already been an outstanding golfing journey. A two-time Curtis Cup representative for Britain & Ireland, Coulter enjoyed one of the most distinguished amateur careers of her generation, representing Ireland around the world at the Augusta National Women’s Amateur, the World Amateur Team Championships, European Team Championships and numerous elite international events.

Tournament organisers hailed the victory as a defining moment for both Irish golf and the Women’s Irish Challenge, reinforcing the event’s growing reputation as one of the premier tournaments on the LET Access Series and a launchpad for future stars of the professional game.

Neil Manchip, High Performance Director at Golf Ireland, said:

“To win your first professional event is an incredible achievement, but to do it on home soil and become the first Irish female professional golfer to win a professional tournament in Ireland makes it truly historic.”

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Course specialist and winner of the race in 2023, before finishing third in both 2024 and 2025, the Natalia Luipini-trained eight-year-old ran 13th at the course earlier this week, but ran out an impressive victor of the seven-furlong contest on Sunday for Downpatrick owner, Maurice Burns.

Dunum @Galway_Races

Another course-and-distance win for the Natalia Lupini-trained gelding under Billy Lee in the @IrishEBF_ Ahonoora Handicap pic.twitter.com/gk0tlzXbNq

— Racing TV (@RacingTV) August 2, 2026

Timurshah wins again

Despite an increase of 16 lbs for a course and distance win on Monday, Timurshah (7/2) doubled up at Galway, when taking the Adare Manor Opportunity Handicap Hurdle in fine fashion for four-pound claimer Conor Smithers and Kildare-based handler Aidan Melia.

Willie Mullins final day double

Blood Destiny (5/1) and Paul Townend gave Willie Mullins a second winner today, and his 9th of the week, when claiming the Lord Hemphill Memorial Handicap Chase.

Blood Destiny

A comfortable win in the Lord Hemphill Memorial Handicap Chase @Galway_Races @WillieMullinsNH | @PTownend pic.twitter.com/LV92exhGO3

— Racing TV (@RacingTV) August 2, 2026

Owned by the Roaringwater Syndicate, Blood Destiny, runner-up last time to Jesse Evans at Listowel, gave weight all round this afternoon but held off the challenge of Coming Up Easy (4/1) and Darragh O’Keeffe, by three-and-three-quarter lengths.

Caher Roes Den (9/2), in the colours of Simon Brookhouse, won the Kenny Galway Puegeot Handicap Hurdle, the first part of his final day Mullins double. Ridden by his nephew, Danny, the gelding improved on his Downpatrrick fourth-place stable debut run for Closutton, when taking Sunday’s event by three-and-three-quarter lengths from Mr Master Mc (9/1) and seven-pound claimer Thomas O’Connor.

Mullins, with nine winners this week, was named leading trainer at Balllybit for an 11th time.

Henry de Bromhead and his stable jockey, Darragh O’Keeffe, were on the mark in the Kinlay Hostel Handicap Chase, over the Tote Galway Plate distance of 2 miles 6 furlongs and 111 yards, with Jukebox Johnny (9/2). The grey gelding, by Jukebox Judy and bred by Victor Connolly of Burgage Stud, had four lengths in hand on Drop A Threat (6/1) and Danny Mullins at the finishing line.

Jukebox Johnny finishes best of all to win the Kinlay Hostel Handicap Chase under Darragh O’Keeffe for @HenrydeBromhead @Galway_Races pic.twitter.com/4GfGWHj1Re

— Racing TV (@RacingTV) August 2, 2026

Blue Blue Moon (14/1) and Patrick McGettigan gave Johnny Murtagh and Moyglare Stud Farm a win in the Salthill Village Handicap, while the final race of Galway Races Summer Festival 2026 went to Galway-owned Caisleán Gear (13/2) for trainer Andy Slattery and jockey Adam Ryan, beating the Willie Mullins-trained 2/11 favourite, Linford.

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While the sport still follows long established rules and celebrates historic races, digital technology has changed how fans watch, follow, and engage with it. From live streaming and mobile betting to advanced performance data, technology has made racing more accessible and more informed for casual viewers and experienced followers alike.

Many of these changes have happened over the past two decades as internet access, smartphones, and data analysis have become part of everyday life. Today, fans can watch races from different countries, compare statistics within seconds, and place bets from almost anywhere that local regulations allow. The horse racing at NetBet Sport is just one example.

Live streaming has expanded access

Watching horse racing once depended on attending the track or following television broadcasts. Live streaming has changed that by making races available on computers, tablets, and smartphones.

Many racecourses, broadcasters, and licensed betting operators now provide live coverage of domestic and international events. This wider access allows fans to follow races from multiple jurisdictions without needing dedicated television channels.

Streaming has made it easier to watch replays. Viewers can review races to examine how horses performed, how races developed, and how different track conditions affected the outcome.

Data plays a bigger role

Digital platforms provide much more information than printed racecards once could. Form guides now include detailed records covering previous performances, distances, track surfaces, jockey statistics, trainer records, and recent results.

Some services present sectional timing, speed figures, and historical comparisons where available. These statistics help racing enthusiasts evaluate races using objective information rather than opinion alone.

Professional racing teams have adopted technology to support training and performance analysis. GPS tracking, fitness monitoring, and video review help trainers assess conditioning and identify areas for improvement while keeping horse welfare in focus.

Mobile betting has changed fan habits

The growth of smartphones has transformed how many people place bets. Licensed betting apps and websites allow users to browse racecards, compare odds, and manage their accounts without visiting betting shops.

Many platforms include live odds updates, race notifications, and integrated streaming where permitted. These services make it easier for users to follow racing throughout the day.

Regulated operators are also expected to provide responsible gambling tools. Deposit limits, spending summaries, time reminders, and self exclusion options are commonly available to help customers manage their betting activity.

Social media keeps racing connected

Social media has become an important communication channel for racecourses, trainers, jockeys, and racing organizations. Fans can receive updates about declarations, race results, weather conditions, and major announcements in real time.

Behind the scenes content has also become more common. Training videos, interviews, and stable updates give followers a closer look at the preparation involved before race day.

For racing organizations, social media provides a direct way to promote events and engage with audiences without relying solely on traditional media coverage.

Technology supports integrity and welfare

HD race footage, electronic timing systems, and improved data collection help racing officials review races accurately and apply regulations consistently.

Horse welfare has benefited from advances in veterinary technology, diagnostic imaging, and health monitoring. These developments allow medical teams to identify certain health issues earlier and make more informed decisions about treatment and recovery.

Many racing authorities have also introduced digital record keeping for veterinary checks, registrations, and compliance processes, helping improve transparency across the industry.

What the future may bring

Traditional race meetings remain at the heart of the sport, but digital services have changed how people experience them. Whether someone is watching a live stream, reviewing performance statistics, or following updates on their phone, technology has become a practical part of modern horse racing while preserving the competition that has attracted audiences for generations.

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Twenty-one-year-old King, who won the Tote Galway Plate aboard King Alexander yesterday, today took the richest handicap hurdle race run in Ireland in the season, the Guinness Galway Hurdle, for County Meath-based Martin.

It is a fifth win in the race for Martin, who previously collected the Grade 3 prize with Thomas Edison (2014), Quick Jack (2015), and twice with Tudor City in 2019 and 2022.

”It’s nearly as good as the Mayo winning last week!”

Galway Hurdle-winning owner and trainer reaction pic.twitter.com/H0CZnz0ltq

— Racing TV (@RacingTV) July 30, 2026

Similar to Wednesday’s featured Tote Galway Plate, big-priced horses filled the main placings in the Guinness Galway Hurdle, as runner-up Thisistheway, from the Yvonne Latta yard, returned at 22/1, three-and-a-quarter lengths behind the winner.

Gameball (14/1) from the combination of Henry de Bromhead and Darragh O’Keeffe, was third, a head adrift of the Michael Kenneally-ridden runner-up.

Fourth place went to 22/1 chance, Ragmans Corner, representing trainer Gerry Keane, and ridden by Eoghan Finegan.

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Trained by Willie Mullins, the Daniel King-ridden eight-year-old gave the Closutton trainer his third victory in the Grade 3 feature.

In a race where big-priced horses filled the first three spots, Paul Nolan’s Conyers Hill (25/1), the mount of Aldan O’Sullivan, was second, with Gorgeous Tom (25/1), from the Waterford stable of Henry de Bromhead, third at 25/1.

There was only a half-length and three-quarters-of-a-length respectively between the first three finishers in the €270,000 Wednesday feature.

Rising star Daniel King gives us his reaction to winning the Galway Plate for Willie Mullins pic.twitter.com/9rqMzkGHdi

— Racing TV (@RacingTV) July 29, 2026

Willie Mullins treble

The win completed a treble for Mullins this evening, having earlier won the maiden hurdle and the mares’ handicap hurdle.

The champion trainer began the day with the victory of Mr Hollywood (2/1 favourite) in the opening Tote Guaranteed 50k Placepot Maiden Hurdle.

The gelded bay son of Iquitos, last seen when finishing third in the Queen Alexandra at Royal Ascot last month, came late on the stands’ side under Brian Hayes as the six-year-old beat Emmet Mullins’ Jeroboam Machin (10/1) and Donagh Meyler by half-a-length. Another Willie Mullins-prepared runner, Al Arrivee (3/1), the mount of Patrick Mullins, was two-and-a-half lengths further back to complete a Mullins family trifecta.

Mullins had brought up a double on the evening when the impressive French-bred Venusienne took the Tote Guarantee, Never Beaten by SP Irish EBF Mares Handicap Hurdle for rider Harry Cobden. The daughter of Capital Stud’s Authorized had a two-and-a-half length advantage over the Joseph O’Brien-trained Fratas (2/1f) at the winning line, with Emesteraye (16/1) third.

Handicap BLOT

Venusienne turns what looked a hugely competitive handicap into a procession.@CobdenHarry | @WillieMullinsNH | @Galway_Races pic.twitter.com/zH1bFlQkYN

— Racing TV (@RacingTV) July 29, 2026

Berkshire is Mighty in Handicap Hurdle

Mighty Berkshire (15/2) was a popular victor in the Tote.ie Money-Back 2nd Every Race Handicap Hurdle for owner/jockey Declan Queally. The Waterford handler’s runner was only contesting his second handicap, and the addition of new headgear seemed to help the six-year-old bay gelding. Owned by the Man About Dog Syndicate, comprising members from counties in Munster, Mighty Berkshire won by a length-and-a-quarter from Noel Meade’s Golden Temple (5/1), with Macshadow Des Crai third at 14/1 under Jack Kennedy.

All change late on!

Mighty Berkshire collars Golden Temple, who must have traded VERY short in-running!@Galway_Races pic.twitter.com/e2l9rwhOkY

— Racing TV (@RacingTV) July 29, 2026

Birthday winner for Dermot Weld

Abbotsford (7/4 favourite), owned and bred by Juddmonte Farms, gave Dermot Weld a birthday present when winning the Visit Tote26 On Course (Q.R.) Maiden over one mile four furlongs and 43 yards.

The three-year-old son of Frankel, who was gelded since finishing runner-up at Cork last May, was an easy seven-and-a-half length winner for amateur jockey Finny Maguire, son of former top National Hunt rider, Adrian.

Joey Sheridan and Minella Rockett (10/1) came late in the Tote Every Day Is A Money-Back Day Handicap to get a neck advantage over Johnny Soda (11/2) at the line, to deny Ado McGuinness another winner at Galway this week. Krasimir (15/2) was a head back in a tight finish to the 1 mile 123 yards race.

The final race of Galway Plate Day, the Bet With Tote.ie On Racing & Sports Handicap went the way of Cock And Bull (7/2jf) for Sam Coen and Emmet Mullins.

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The evening’s featured race, the Tote Galway Plate, worth €270,000, goes to post at 6.40pm.

Gilligan going for third Plate win

Gordon Elliott has won the race twice in the last three years – with Ash Tree Meadow in 2023 and Western Fold in 2025 – with both winners ridden by local jockey Danny Gilligan.

This afternoon the Cullentra House handler will saddle four runners – Three Card Brag (Kevin Healy), Nowhatdoyouthink (Jack Kennedy), Maxxum (Danny Gilligan) and King Of Kingsfield (Josh Halford).

Four runners for Mullins

Champion trainer Willie Mullins, who last won the Tote Galway Plate with Royal Rendezvous, is responsible for four horses in the Grade 3 contest, namely Funiculi Funicula, the choice of Paul Townend, King Alexander (Daniel King), Spread Boss Ted (Brian Hayes) and Ballygunner Castle (Danny Mullins).

County Waterford handler Henry de Bromhead has three runners in the race – Downmexicoway, who will be ridden by Darragh O’Keeffe, the French-bred Nouvotic (Mike O’Connor), and Gorgeous Tom, from whose weight Patrick O’Brien will take five pounds.

2025 runner-up Jesse Evans contests Galway Plate

Noel Meade, who won the main prize with Pinkerton in 2024, returns to Ballybrit with last season’s runner-up Jesse Evans, the mount of Sam Ewing.

J.P. McManus, often mob handed in the race, relies on the Gavin Cromwell-trained Perceval Legallois, who will be the mount of McManus’ retained rider, Harry Cobden.

Course winners Rocky’s Diamond, from the Declan Queally yard, and Ol Man Dingle, from Eoin Griffin’s Kilkenny barn, are other interesting runners in the 2 mile 6 furlongs and 111 yards highlight.

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