Olympic Games 2024 – List of Irish Athletes – Timetable & Schedule

List of Irish athletes that have qualified to represent Ireland at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris France , timetable/schedule, and a list of medal chances

Wednesday
🥇 Rugby 7s men v SA – 4pm – RTE2
🥇Rugby 7s men v Japan – 7:45 – RTE2

Thursday
🥇 Rugby 7s men v NZ – 3:15pm – RTE2
🥇 Rugby 7s Knockout – 7pm – RTE2

Friday
🥇 Opening Ceremony – 6pm – RTE2

Saturday
🥇 Equestrian – Dressage – 8:30 – RTE2
🥇 Rowing qualification 9am – RTE2
🥇 Hockey v Belgium – 9:30am – RTE2
🥇 Swimming heats – 10am – RTE2
Camogie – Cork v Dublin – 1:15pm – RTE1
🥇 Women’s Cycling – 2pm – RTE2
🥇 Rugby 7s knockout – 2pm – RTE2
🥇 Boxing – 2:30pm – RTE2
Camogie – Galway v Dublin – 3pm – RTE1
🥇 Men’s Cycling – 3:30pm – RTE2
🥇 Swimming – 7:42pm – RTE2
🥇 Boxing – 7:48pm – RTE2
🥇 Rugby 7s knockout – 8pm – RTE2

Sunday
🥇 Badminton – 7:30am – RTE2
🥇 Rowing – 8am – RTE2
🥇 Equestrian Xcountry – 9:30am RTE2
🥇 Boxing – 10am – RTE2
🥇 Swimming – 10am – RTE2
🥇 Rugby 7s Women’s v GB – 2:30pm
Galway v Armagh – 3:30pm – RTE2
🥇 Rugby 7s Women’s v SA – 6pm
🥇 Boxing – 7:15pm – RTE2
🥇 Swimming finals – RTE2

No doubt I missed a couple of events

Ireland’s Medal Prospects Across Sports at the Paris 2024 Olympics

As the Paris Olympics beckon, Ireland’s eyes are fixed on a promising medal haul across several disciplines. With a history that boasts triumphs in boxing, rowing, and even painting and literature, the nation anticipates a surge in medal prospects at the Games.

Ireland at the 2024 Olympic

Swimming:

Daniel Wiffen emerges as a standout name, showcasing immense promise after a stellar display at the recent World championships. His prowess in long-distance events positions him as a formidable contender for multiple medals.

Mona McSharry has also got a huge chance of a medal.

Athletics:

Rhasidat Adeleke, with her impressive track record, and Ciara Mageean, both eager to surpass their prior accomplishments, are poised to make their mark on the Olympic stage. Maybe while watching them have a go at playing casino-utan-spelpaus.net to keep entertained

Boxing:

Kellie Harrington, following in the footsteps of Irish boxing legends, seeks to secure her place among the greats by defending her title and etching her name in history.

Gymnastics:

Rhys McClenaghan, after seizing a coveted Olympic qualification, gears up to showcase his prowess on the world stage once more.

Rowing:

The dominance of Ireland’s rowing team, including stalwarts like Paul O’Donovan and Fintan McCarthy, signifies another strong prospect for medals, building on their previous successes.

Rugby Sevens:

Both the men and women’s teams promise excitement, with efforts to strengthen the squads through talent from the 15s game, aiming to elevate Ireland’s chances on the rugby stage.

Golf:

Led by renowned golfers like Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry, Leona Maguire, and Stephanie Meadow, Ireland anticipates a strong showing on the greens at the prestigious Le Golf National.

Equestrian:

With an eventing and showjumping teams qualified there should be lots of opportunities for medals.

List of Irish athletes/teams who qualified for the 2024 Olympics in various events:

Ireland at the 2024 Olympic

Team Ireland – Paris Olympics 2024

Athletics

Rhasidat Adeleke – 400m
Sharlene Mawdsley – 400m
Sophie Becker – 400m
Mark English – 800m
Sarah Healy – 1500m
Ciara Mageean – 1500m
Sophie O’Sullivan – 1500m
Andrew Coscoran – 1500m
Cathal Doyle – 1500m
Luke McCann – 1500m
Jodie McCann – 5000m
Brian Fay – 5000m
Fionnuala McCormack – marathon
Sarah Lavin – 100m hurdles
Nicola Tuthill – Hammer
Kate O’Connor – heptathlon
Eric Favors – shot put
Mixed 4 x 400m relay: Rhasidat Adeleke, Sharlene Mawdsley, Sophie Becker, Phil Healy, Lauren Cadden, Kelly McGrory, Rachel McCann, Chris O’Donnell (Sligo), Thomas Barr, Jack Raftery
Women’s 4 x 400m relay: Rhasidat Adeleke, Sharlene Mawdsley, Sophie Becker, Phil Healy, Lauren Cadden, Kelly McGrory, Rachel McCann

Badminton

Rachel Darragh – singles
Nhat Nguyen – singles

Boxing

Daina Moorehouse – 50kg
Jenny Lehane – 54kg
Michaela Walsh – 57kg
Kellie Harrington – 60kg
Gráinne Walsh – 66kg
Aoife O’Rourke – 75kg
Jude Gallagher – 57kg
Dean Clancy – 63.5kg
Aidan Walsh – 71kg
Jack Marley – 92kg

Canoeing – Slalom

Madison Corcoran (K1)
Michaela Corcoran (C1)
Liam Jegou (C1)
Noel Hendrick (K1)

Cycling

Women’s Track Team: Mia Griffin, Alice Sharpe, Kelly Murphy, Lara Gillespie
Women’s Road Race: Megan Armitage
Men’s Road Race: Ben Healy, Ryan Mullen
Men’s Time Trial: Ryan Mullen

Diving

Ciara McGing: 10m platform
Jake Passmore – 3m springboard

Equestrian

Show Jumping: Daniel Coyle (Legacy), Cian O’Connor (Maurice), Shane Sweetman (James Kann Cruz)
Three Day Event: Susie Berry (Wellfields Lincoln), Sarah Ennis (Action Lady M), Austin O’Connor (Colorado Blue)
Abi Lyle – Individual Dressage

Golf

Rory McIlroy
Shane Lowry
Leona Maguire
Stephanie Meadow

Gymnastics

Rhys McClenaghan – Pommel Horse

Hockey

Men’s Hockey Squad: David Harte (GK), Lee Cole, Shane O’Donoghue, Kyle Marshall, Peter McKibbin, Tim Cross, Daragh Walsh, Nick Page, Sean Murray (captain), Michael Robson, Peter Brown, Johnny McKee, Jeremy Duncan, Matthew Nelson, Ben Walker, Ben Johnson, Jonny Lynch (R), Alistair Empey (R), Jaime Carr (R GK)

Rowing

Paul O’Donovan & Fintan McCarthy – men’s lightweight double sculls
Aoife Casey & Margaret Cremen – women’s lightweight double sculls
Philip Doyle & Daire Lynch – men’s double sculls
Alison Bergin & Zoe Hyde – women’s double sculls
Aifric Keogh & Fiona Murtagh – women’s pair
Ross Corrigan and Nathan Timoney – men’s pair
Emily Hegarty, Natalie Long, Eimear Lambe, Imogen Magner – women’s four

Rugby Sevens

Women’s Squad

Kathy Baker, Megan Burns, Amee-Leigh Murphy Crowe, Alanna Fitzpatrick, Stacey Flood, Eve Higgins, Erin King, Vicky Elmes Kinlan, Emily Lane, Ashleigh Orchard, Béibhinn Parsons, Lucy Rock (captain)
Travelling Reserves: Claire Boles, Amy Larn

Men’s Squad

Niall Comerford, Jordan Conroy, Hugo Keenan, Jack Kelly, Terry Kennedy, Hugo Lennox, Harry McNulty (captain), Gavin Mullin, Chay Mullins, Mark Roche, Andrew Smith, Zac Ward
Travelling Reserves: Sean Cribbin, Bryan Mollen (UCD RFC)

Sailing

Eve McMahon – dinghy
Finn Lynch – dinghy
Robert Dickson & Sean Waddilove – skiff

Swimming

Daniel Wiffen – 400m, 800m, 1500m
Ellen Walsh – 100m butterfly/200m individual medley/400m IM
Mona McSharry – 100m breaststroke, 200m breaststroke
Danielle Hill – 50m free, 100m backstroke
Tom Fannon – 50m freestyle
Relays 400m female freestyle/400m medley: Victoria Catterson, Grace Davison, Danielle Hill, Mona McSharry, Erin Riordan, Ellen Walsh
400m male medley: Conor Ferguson, Darragh Greene, Max McCusker, Shane Ryan

Taekwondo

Jack Woolley – 58kg

Teahupoo wins back-to-back Champion Stayers Hurdles at Punchestown

Teahupoo (5/4 favourite) successfully defended his Grade 1 Ladbrokes Champion Stayers Hurdle title at Punchestown on Thursday.

Runner-up to Bob Olinger in the Stayers’ Hurdle at this year’s Cheltenham Festival, the Robcour-owned son of Masked Marvel returned to the number one spot this afternoon.

It was a welcome winner for trainer Gordon Elliott, who had been close a number of times this week, without claiming a winner.

The eight-year-old tracked the leaders before making a move two out. He was soon ridden by Sam Ewing and asked for his effort. The popular French-bred gelding moved into the lead and wasn’t for catching.

Asterion Forlonge (18/1), who raced towards the rear for much of the contest made his move up the rail under Paul Towend. The Joe and Marie Donnelly-owned grey claimed the runner-up spot, four and a quarter lengths behind the winner.

It was announced after the race that the seven-time winner had run his last race and the 11-year-old is now being retired.

Jessica Harrington’s Jetara (6/1) kept on for third place without ever threatening the first two that crossed the finishing line.

“A star of a horse”

A relieved Gordon Elliott, who was winning his first race of the week, admitted:

“This horse has got me out of trouble a few times and he’s done it again. He’s a star of a horse. I was panicking turning in to be honest.

“He’s so laidback at home and you nearly start questioning yourself, ‘Is he a bit heavy going around the ring?’ Sam gave him a no-nonsense ride and kept it very straightforward.”

Majborough wins Grade 1 Barberstown Castle Novice Chase by 14 lengths

Majborough & Mark Walsh — Majborough and Mark Walsh were 14 length winners of the Grade 1 Barberstown Castle Novice Chase at Punchestown. Photo credit: David Betts.

Majborough (4/11 favourite) won the six-runner Grade 1 Barberstown Castle Novice Chase at Punchestown this afternoon.

In the colours of J.P. McManus, the Mark Walsh-ridden gelding was a sixth winner of the week for the owner and a third for the jockey.

Last seen in the Arkle Chase at the Cheltenham Festival, Majborough’s jumping was better this time, though he jumped noticeably to his left at the final two fences in the straight.

The Willie Mullins-trained son of Martinborough ran out an easy 14 length winner from Gavin Cromwell’s Only By Night (5/1), with Keith Donoghue in the saddle.

The runner-up prize money saw Cromwell surpass the €2 million mark for the first time in his relatively short training career.

Noel Meade’s Jesse Evans (40/1), ridden by Donogh Meyler, was third past the post, a further half a length behind the runner-up.

The winning jockey, Mark Walsh, who is currently joint-leading rider at this year’s Punchestown Festival alongside J.J. Slevin, said of Majborough post-race:

“He has some engine. He always jumps a little bit left but he’s never jumped that badly left. It’s the first time he’s went that badly left going right-handed. If you could just iron them out he has some ability, some engine.

“He’s only five and hopefully he’ll mature this summer. I’m looking forward to what he could mature into over the next 18 months or two years.”

Doubles for O’Brien, Slevin and McManus at Punchestown

Busselton and J.J. Slevin return to the Punchestown winner's enclosure after success in the La Touche Cup. Credit: Breandán Ó hUallacháin.

Teahupoo won the Thursday feature, the Grade 1 Ladbrokes Champion Stayers Hurdle for Gordon Elliott and Sam Ewing.

The other Grade 1 contest of the day, the Barberstwon Castle Novice Chase saw Willie Mullins add to his haul at the highest level through Majborough.

Two wins for J.P. McManus

Petit Tonnerre (16/1) and Richie McLernon gave J.P. McManus another Punchestown 2025 winner. The seven-year-old is trained by A.J. and Jonjo O’Neill, and maintained the successful record of British-based winners so far this week at the County Kildare venue.

Later in the afternoon, McManus completed a double when Jeriko Du Reponet (13/2 joint-favourite) won the Listed Conway Piling Handicap Hurdle for James Bowen.

The French-bred, runner-up to Doddiethegreat (14/1) at Cheltenham last month, reversed placings this time time around as the Brian Hughes-ridden runner-up completed a 1-2 for Seven Barrows.

Busselton wins La Touche

At the end of four miles one furlong and 11 yards, the Mongey Communications La Touche Cup Cross Country Chase produced a thrilling finishing.

With numerous horses in contention for the historic prize entering the home straight, the Joseph O’Brien-trained Busselton (7/1), and jockey J.J. Slevin, out-battled Desertmore House (9/1) and Ricky Doyle by three-quarters of a length to win.

Three By Two (11/1) and Richie Deegan were only a neck further back in third, with nine lengths further back to Vital Island (12/1) and rider Barry Stone.

Doubles for O’Brien and Slevin

O’Brien and Slevin completed a Thursday double with the victory of Cottesloe Sunshine (33/1) in the Listed Close Brothers Irish EBF Mares Novice Hurdle.

Previously successful in two hurdle races, the daughter of Getaway was a three and a half length winner this afternoon over the fast-finishing Mozzie’s Sister (9/1) and Shane Fitzgerald.

The odd-on favourite, Sixandahalf (8/13) could only manage third place, a further length and a quarter back.

The Specialist Group Handicap Hurdle went to the Ray Grehan-owned Putapoundinthejar (17/2).

The gelded son of Walk In The Park, trained in County Meath by Tony Martin, was ridden by recently crowned British Champion Jumps Jockey, Seán Bowen.

The concluding JP & M Doyle INH Flat Race went to the Noel Fehilly Racing Syndicate-owned Baron Noir at 12/1. Trained by Alan King, it ended a successful day for British-trained runners at Punchestown.

Jody McGarvey retires

Coleraine native Jody McGarvey retired from the saddle at Punchestown this afternoon.

The three-time Grade 1-winning rider finished third on his final ride aboard the J.P. McManus-owned Mirazur West (3/1 favourite) in the Frontline Security Handicap Chase.

The Derry jockey said:

“I’ve had my fair share of injuries but I got through it and was able to retire on my own terms.

“I’ve been a lot luckier than a lot of people. I didn’t really want to stop riding but the opportunities were getting thin on the ground. I wanted to go out when I felt I was still riding well and I’ve had a few winners in the last couple of weeks. I’m leaving the game without a chip on my shoulder.”

GAA Rounders Championship Returns This May Bank Holiday: Full Fixture Preview

The 2025 GAA Rounders All-Ireland Championship swings into action this May Bank Holiday weekend, as clubs across Ireland begin their pursuit of All-Ireland glory.

The Intermediate and Junior grades take centre stage across Sunday and Monday, with a full list of fixtures scheduled. Meanwhile, the Senior Championships are set to begin the following weekend, on Saturday, 11th May, with Ireland’s elite Rounders teams preparing to enter the fray.

Action Begins on Sunday, 4th May

Sunday brings a packed programme of fixtures, with twelve matches across Intermediate and Junior levels. Emo GAA will be a hub of activity, hosting three games involving their Ladies, Mixed, and Men’s sides. They welcome Carrickmacross Emmets, Na Fianna, and Dublin Metropolitans in what promises to be an exciting day for Laois supporters.

Further west, Kilmeena face Michael Glavey’s in a Connacht Intermediate Ladies showdown, while a number of Junior Ladies matches take place across Wexford, Longford, and Carlow.

In the Junior Mixed competition, Mayo Gaels meet Garrymore in an all-Mayo tie, while Kilmeena vs Ballinagore is set for a neutral venue at Michael Glavey’s. Naomh Trea and Wolfe Tones round out the Sunday slate with an Ulster clash in Derry.

Bank Holiday Monday Triple-Header in Myshall

Monday, 5th May, belongs to Myshall, as the Carlow club hosts three games in a row against Wexford’s Gusserane. Their Junior Ladies, Mixed, and Men’s teams all take the field in what’s shaping up to be a strong test of depth and consistency early in the campaign.

Notably, no Munster-based teams are in action this weekend, but fans can expect them to feature prominently in later rounds.

Senior Championships Begin May 11th

While the spotlight is on Junior and Intermediate Rounders this weekend, attention will soon turn to the top tier. The Senior Ladies, Men’s, and Mixed Championships begin on Saturday, 11th May, with defending champions and title hopefuls ready to get their seasons underway. Fixture details for the Senior grades will be announced shortly.

Full List of Fixtures – 4 & 5 May 2025

Sunday, 4 May 2025

Intermediate Ladies:
- Emo vs Carrickmacross Emmets (1pm)
- Kilmeena vs Michael Glavey’s (1.30pm)
Intermediate Mixed:
- Emo vs Na Fianna (11am)
Intermediate Men:
- Emo vs Dublin Metropolitans (3pm)
Junior Ladies:
- St. Martin’s vs Naomh Eanna (10am)
- Leighlinbridge vs Kilanerin Ballyfad (11am)
- Sean Connollys vs Drumhowan (11am)
- Castletown Liam Mellows vs Glynn Barntown (2pm)
Junior Mixed:
- Mayo Gaels vs Garrymore (11am)
- Kilmeena vs Ballinagore (12pm @ Michael Glavey’s)
- Naomh Trea vs Wolfe Tones (2.30pm)

Monday, 5 May 2025

Junior Ladies:
- Myshall vs Gusserane (12pm)
Junior Mixed:
- Myshall vs Gusserane (2pm)
Junior Men:
- Myshall vs Gusserane (4pm)

Stay Updated

With excitement building and new rivalries forming, the 2025 Rounders season promises to deliver another year of competitive action across all levels. Follow SportsNewsIRELAND for weekly reports, results, and exclusive insights throughout the championship campaign.

Galopin Des Champs is 22 length winner of Punchestown Gold Cup

426A2429gdc — Galopin Des Champs and Paul Townend won the Grade 1 Ladbrokes Punchestown Gold Cup on Wednesday afternoon. Photo credit: David Betts.

Galopin Des Champs (5/6 favourite) won the Ladbrokes Punchestown Gold Cup for the first time on Wednesday afternoon.

The dual Cheltenham Gold Cup winner, beaten twice previously in the Punchestown showpiece, produced a devastating performance today to win by 22 lengths.

Ridden by his regular partner, Paul Townend, Galopin Des Champs led the four-runner field throughout the extended three mile race.

With Banbridge tracking him for much of the Grade 1 contest, the Joseph O’Brien-trained 4/1 chance was being pushed by jockey J.J. Slevin three fences from home.

Rachael Blackmore on Monty’s Star (13/2) was positioned in third spot until the half-way stage, before dropping towards the rear five from home.

Spillane’s Tower (4/1), the mount of Mark Walsh, for trainer Jimmy Mangan, was held up at the rear of the quartet, but made a significant mistake four out.

Soon the J.P. McManus-owned son of Walk In The Park became the main challenger in the home straight. Galopin Des Champs was never in danger, however, and crossed the line to huge cheers from the packed stands.

Galopin Des Champs had been beaten on his two previous races at the Punchestown Festival. Both of these defeats came on the back of success in the Cheltenham Gold Cups in 2023 and 2024.

One of the best chasers

The winning trainer, Willie Mullins, said of today’s win:

“I thought he was more at home (today). I was a little bit worried about the heat and the weather. I imagine the other trainers were too but the horse, you could see from the start he was enjoying himself. There was a spark in him from jumping out the gate.

“He had a look at the road or gate or something. Paul said to me that when he was able to do that, he felt he was only playing in front and when he got to the top of the hill he felt, ‘Let’s go a little faster, put them under more pressure,’ because he felt when he had time to do that sort of thing, it really showed that he was at ease.

“He’s a very good horse. He has to be one of the best chasers we have ever had anyway.”

Bambino Fever completes Cheltenham-Punchestown bumper double

426A2232bf — Jody Townend and Bambino Fever won the Grade 1 Race & Stay At Punchestown INH Flat Race today. Photo credit: David Betts.

Bambino Fever (11/8 favourite) completed the Cheltenham-Punchestown Grade 1 bumper double when winning the Race & Stay At Punchestown INH Flat Race this afternoon for Jody Townend.

The win was the middle part of three Grade 1 wins on the day for champion handler Willie Mullins, having won the first Grade 1 with Jasmin De Vaux and the later Ladbrokes Punchestown Gold Cup with Galopin Des Champs.

With the Ross O’Sullivan-handled Switch For Diesel (11/2) coming to challenge the race favourite in the straight, the Dublin Racing Festival Grade 2 winner had enough in hand to run out a ready two and a quarter length winner.

The Noel Meade-trained Colcannon (11/4) was a further six lengths back in third for Derek O’Connor.

Jody Townend delight

The delighted Cork jockey Jody Townend, who recorded her maiden success at the highest level aboard Redemption Day in this race in 2024, said of her now dual Grade 1-winning partner, Bambino Fever:

“She’s as tough as nails. She was nearly doing too much with me the whole way today and she galloped right through the line. She has pace as well. She has it all… she’s a gem.

“She shows up every day. For a mare to do that, she’s won four all year and she’s going on a well deserved holiday now.”

Jasmin De Vaux and Paul Townend win Grade 1 Channor Real Estate Group Novice Hurdle

The 13/8 favourite Jasmin De Vaux won the first of three Grade 1 races at Punchestown on day two for Willie Mullins.

Carrying the double green silks of Simon Munir and Isaac Souede, the French-bred was a first winner at this year’s festival for jockey Paul Townend, when taking the Channor Real Estate Group Novice Hurdle.

In what looked like a clash between the Grade 1 Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle winner from the Cheltenham Festival and the Grade 1 Turners’ Mersey Novices’ Hurdle at Aintree, Honesty Policy (5/2), the latter kept on well in the dying stages of the race to win.

Though Jasmin De Vaux bumped the Gordon Elliott-trained runner in the run-in, the Closutton-handled runner had a half length in hand at the line in the Channon Real Estate Group Novice Hurdle.

Andy Slattery’s Fleur In The Park (17/2) was a further six lengths behind in third, under rider Cian Quirke.

It was relief for winning jockey Paul Townend, who lost his irons in the home straight, to finally visit the winner’s enclosure at this year’s Punchestown Festival.

“Always good to get one on the board,” the Lisgoold rider admitted. “You’d have hoped for one yesterday with good rides. We’d to wait a while today to get it and I nearly threw that one away as well!”

Willie Mullins five-timer on day 2 of Punchestown Festival

20250430_174540 — Willie Mullins salutes the Punchestown crowd after his day two festival five-timer. Credit: Breandán Ó hUallacháin.

Willie Mullins dominated day two at Punchestown, completing a five-timer.

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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Women’s Team Soaring Under Carla Ward

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Marissa Sheva, Kyra Carusa, Jessie Stapleton, and Amber Barrett all found the net in the first fixture, while Barrett and Anna Patten sealed the second win. These results place Ireland just three points off top spot with promotion still very much in play.

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The five British Classics to watch in the 2025 flat racing season

The British Flat racing calendar presents a sophisticated progression of elite competition, beginning with spring trials and culminating in autumn championships.

The five Classics stand as definitive tests, each demanding specific attributes across varying distances that separate genuine contenders from pretenders.

While Flat racing lacks the fences and hurdles of National Hunt events, it compensates with its own brand of unpredictability. The absence of jumps doesn’t eliminate surprises; in fact, the sheer speed and tactical nuances of Flat races often lead to unexpected outcomes.

Several tight finishes and outsiders winning in recent years have underscored the importance of informed racing tips and highlighted the thrilling uncertainty that keeps fans and punters alike on the edge of their seats.

In this article, we delve into the five British Classics of the 2025 Flat racing season, helping you navigate the thrilling unpredictability of these prestigious events.

2,000 Guineas – Saturday, 3 May, Newmarket

The traditional curtain-raiser for the Classic season over the Rowley Mile presents a fascinating ante-post market following the setback to long-time market leader The Lion InWinter. Aidan O’Brien’s colt, previously installed as a warm order based on his impressive juvenile campaign, faces a race against time with connections reporting preparation delays.

In his absence, the Ballydoyle second string has assumed prominence, with Expanded and Twain now commanding serious respect.

Particularly noteworthy is Twain, who performed well in his last win at Saint-Cloud, showing impressive sectional times in the closing stages.

1,000 Guineas – Sunday, 4 May, Newmarket

Desert Flower dominates the ante-post market the next day with compelling credentials to take the 1,000 Guineas.

Charlie Appleby’s unbeaten filly produced a performance of genuine quality when taking the Group 1 Fillies’ Mile last backend, showcasing tactical versatility and a decisive turn of foot.

The Godolphin representative posted impressive sectional times that day, notably running the final two furlongs faster than the colts in the Dewhurst over the same course and distance. Her versatility regarding ground conditions — winning on both good-to-firm and soft — further enhances her credentials.

Epsom Oaks – Friday, 6 June, Epsom Downs

The Oaks is a true test of stamina and class for three-year-old fillies over the challenging mile-and-a-half at Epsom.

Desert Flower is also prominent in the betting for the Oaks, reflecting her versatility and potential over longer distances. The unique demands of Epsom’s undulating track and the infamous Tattenham Corner ensure that only the most balanced and resilient fillies prevail.

Epsom Derby – Saturday, 7 June, Epsom Downs

The Derby is the most prestigious of the British Classics, attracting the best three-year-old colts to compete over a mile and a half. Despite missing the 2,000 Guineas, The Lion InWinter remains the ante-post favourite for the Derby, suggesting Epsom’s twelve furlongs will play to his strengths.

Stablemates Twain and Expanded offer solid alternatives. The latter’s dam is a half-sister to 2014 Derby hero Australia, providing a compelling bloodline connection to this premier classic.

Recent trends indicate the key Derby trials at Chester (Dee Stakes, Chester Vase) and York (Dante Stakes) will again prove instrumental in reshaping ante-post markets, with Lingfield’s Derby Trial less influential in recent seasons.

St Leger – Saturday, 13 September, Doncaster

The St Leger is the oldest of the five Classics and the final leg of the Triple Crown. Run over a demanding one mile and six furlongs, it tests the endurance of the best three-year-olds.

While the field is yet to take shape, early betting markets suggest a competitive race, with several promising stayers expected to emerge as the season progresses.