https://www.irishexaminer.com/IrishExaminer.comWed, 25 Feb 2026 01:25:43 +0000Examiner GroupIreland's premier breaking news website providing up to the minute news and sports reports. With e-mail news releases following breaking stories throughout the day.https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41799632.htmlConstitution Hill option giving Henderson ‘biggest headache’2026-02-24T20:56:00+00:002026-02-24T20:56:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Trainer mulling decision on running in Champion Hurdle at FestivalTrainer mulling decision on running in Champion Hurdle at FestivalExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41799014.htmlThe Constitution Hill conundrum: should he go in the Champion Hurdle?2026-02-24T06:15:00+00:002026-02-24T06:15:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Constitution Hill is the biggest name in National Hunt racing but he has fallen on three of his last four starts over obstacles. Here's the case for and against him going in this year's Champion Hurdle at CheltenhamConstitution Hill is the biggest name in National Hunt racing but he has fallen on three of his last four starts over obstacles. Here's the case for and against him going in this year's Champion Hurdle at CheltenhamExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41798921.htmlThe Jukebox Man hitting right notes ahead of Gold Cup mission2026-02-23T17:30:00+00:002026-02-23T17:30:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Owner Harry Redknapp insists the King George hero is 'not for sale at any price' Owner Harry Redknapp insists the King George hero is 'not for sale at any price' Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41798327.htmlBlood Destiny bounces back in style for Willie Mullins and Paul Townend in Naas2026-02-22T18:06:00+00:002026-02-22T18:06:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Having tracked the pace, the seven-year-old closed turning for home, headed Touch me Not at the final fence and forged clear to score by almost five lengths.Having tracked the pace, the seven-year-old closed turning for home, headed Touch me Not at the final fence and forged clear to score by almost five lengths.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41798252.htmlBryan Cooper backing Galopin Des Champs to claim Gold Cup treble2026-02-22T16:36:00+00:002026-02-22T16:36:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It would be a special Cheltenham Festival moment if Galopin Des Champs could roar back to his best and join the likes of Arkle and Best Mate on the list of three-time winnersIt would be a special Cheltenham Festival moment if Galopin Des Champs could roar back to his best and join the likes of Arkle and Best Mate on the list of three-time winnersExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41798150.htmlMichael Buckley has Melbourne Cup dream for Constitution Hill2026-02-22T14:05:00+00:002026-02-22T14:05:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The owner believes "over-confidence" has been the main reason for Constitution Hill's recent travails over jumpsThe owner believes "over-confidence" has been the main reason for Constitution Hill's recent travails over jumpsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41797928.htmlGrangeclare West shows class to reel in Gerri Colombe in Bobbyjo Chase2026-02-21T18:42:00+00:002026-02-21T18:42:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/"He's a class animal. The ground was my concern but it's loose and he handled it as well as any of them.""He's a class animal. The ground was my concern but it's loose and he handled it as well as any of them."Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41797832.htmlHenderson aware Constitution Hill can undo all good work "in 10 seconds"2026-02-21T15:29:00+00:002026-02-21T15:29:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Seven Barrows trainer remained undecided on whether his superstar would stay on the Flat for an intriguing career on the level, or return to hurdles at CheltenhamThe Seven Barrows trainer remained undecided on whether his superstar would stay on the Flat for an intriguing career on the level, or return to hurdles at CheltenhamExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41797277.htmlCaptain can lead the way for Mullins in Bobbyjo2026-02-21T06:23:00+00:002026-02-21T06:23:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Mullins saddles four of the 10 runners this time round and, while jockey bookings suggest Grangeclare West is the one to beat, stablemate Captain Cody might be able to get the better of him.Mullins saddles four of the 10 runners this time round and, while jockey bookings suggest Grangeclare West is the one to beat, stablemate Captain Cody might be able to get the better of him.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41797616.htmlConstitution Hill wows on Flat debut at Southwell2026-02-20T19:57:00+00:002026-02-20T19:57:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 2023 Champion Hurdle winner claimed victory in the £40,000 Flat race by nine and a half lengthsThe 2023 Champion Hurdle winner claimed victory in the £40,000 Flat race by nine and a half lengthsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41797574.htmlNarciso Has ruled out of Triumph Hurdle after setback 2026-02-20T18:27:00+00:002026-02-20T18:27:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/He had been one of the shortest-priced favourites of the meeting at around 11-8He had been one of the shortest-priced favourites of the meeting at around 11-8Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41797004.htmlSouthwell takes centre stage as Constitution Hill returns2026-02-19T18:23:00+00:002026-02-19T18:23:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Meanwhile, the Mullins representative is Daddy Long Legs who has been placed twice on the Flat already and will be partnered by Ryan MooreMeanwhile, the Mullins representative is Daddy Long Legs who has been placed twice on the Flat already and will be partnered by Ryan MooreExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41795927.htmlTimeless Treaty can edge out Open Secret in Thurles tussle 2026-02-19T07:05:00+00:002026-02-19T07:05:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The stablemates look likely to fight out the finish with Timeless Treaty narrowly preferred to Open Secret.The stablemates look likely to fight out the finish with Timeless Treaty narrowly preferred to Open Secret.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41796149.htmlPatrick Mullins hoping for golden moment with Gaelic Warrior at Cheltenham 2026-02-18T17:04:00+00:002026-02-18T17:04:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Should be win the Festival feature, the 36-year-old will emulate a double achieved by fellow amateur rider Sam Waley-Cohen Should be win the Festival feature, the 36-year-old will emulate a double achieved by fellow amateur rider Sam Waley-Cohen Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41795789.htmlConstitution Hill set for Southwell after making final field2026-02-18T10:42:00+00:002026-02-18T10:42:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/All eyes will be on Constitution Hill as he makes his debut on the Flat under Oisín MurphyAll eyes will be on Constitution Hill as he makes his debut on the Flat under Oisín MurphyExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41795408.htmlCousin Kate can take Punchestown step up in stride to complete four-timer2026-02-18T05:58:00+00:002026-02-18T05:58:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Cousin Kate is clearly hardy as well as talented and she should prove a tough nut to crack in the Grade Three Matchbook Betting Exchange Quevega Mares Hurdle at PunchestownCousin Kate is clearly hardy as well as talented and she should prove a tough nut to crack in the Grade Three Matchbook Betting Exchange Quevega Mares Hurdle at PunchestownExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41795465.htmlConnor King could make history at Aintree in April2026-02-17T16:47:00+00:002026-02-17T16:47:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Oscars Brother, purchased by JP McManus after his November triumph at Punchestown, has been allotted 10st 13lb for the Aintree Grand NationalOscars Brother, purchased by JP McManus after his November triumph at Punchestown, has been allotted 10st 13lb for the Aintree Grand NationalExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41795435.htmlI Am Maximus heads the weights for another Grand National2026-02-17T16:34:00+00:002026-02-17T16:34:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The current Grand National favourite is the Oliver Greenall and Josh Guerriero-trained Iroko who has been allotted 11st 1lbThe current Grand National favourite is the Oliver Greenall and Josh Guerriero-trained Iroko who has been allotted 11st 1lbExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41794007.htmlFairyhouse's Monday card cancelled as track fails morning inspection2026-02-16T10:31:00+00:002026-02-16T10:31:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/An initial inspection was passed on Sunday despite 41mm of rain having fallen in the previous 24 hours. However, more showers followed, which brought the total to 55mm since entries were made.An initial inspection was passed on Sunday despite 41mm of rain having fallen in the previous 24 hours. However, more showers followed, which brought the total to 55mm since entries were made.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41794247.htmlA year on from tragic loss, Alan O'Sullivan doing his best to honour brother Michael2026-02-16T06:06:00+00:002026-02-16T06:06:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Michael O'Sullivan's death united racing in sorrow, and few would have blamed his brother if he had decided never to set eyes on a horse again.Michael O'Sullivan's death united racing in sorrow, and few would have blamed his brother if he had decided never to set eyes on a horse again.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41794025.htmlConstitution Hill at risk of missing Southwell cut2026-02-15T14:42:00+00:002026-02-15T14:42:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 2023 Champion Hurdle hero needs two of those ahead of him in the elimination sequence not to be declared to get into a field of 14, or four if the race is capped at 12 runners The 2023 Champion Hurdle hero needs two of those ahead of him in the elimination sequence not to be declared to get into a field of 14, or four if the race is capped at 12 runners Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41794172.htmlMy Immortal lands surprise Grand National Trial win at Punchestown2026-02-15T14:19:00+00:002026-02-15T14:19:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/'An unbelievable ride' from amateur Finny Maguire saw the the 40/1 claim the win. 'An unbelievable ride' from amateur Finny Maguire saw the the 40/1 claim the win. Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41793452.htmlRuby Walsh: We are turning our backs on gambling devil we know for the one we don’t2026-02-14T10:38:00+00:002026-02-14T10:38:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Gambling-related addiction is a problem, and it needs support and to be addressed. No sane individual would argue otherwise, but now it is starting to look a lot more complex to get a handle on than some thought it would and I include myself hereGambling-related addiction is a problem, and it needs support and to be addressed. No sane individual would argue otherwise, but now it is starting to look a lot more complex to get a handle on than some thought it would and I include myself hereExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41793542.htmlJimmy Mangan hopeful ‘class’ Spillane’s Tower can turn dreams to gold2026-02-14T07:30:00+00:002026-02-14T07:30:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/While Cheltenham is his focus right now, longer term Grand National-winning trainer believes Spillane’s Tower has the talent to be an Aintree horse While Cheltenham is his focus right now, longer term Grand National-winning trainer believes Spillane’s Tower has the talent to be an Aintree horse Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41793077.htmlWeekend racing: Sa Fureur can edge Impaire Et Passe at Gowran2026-02-14T07:19:00+00:002026-02-14T07:19:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It’s 14 months since Sa Fureur last tackled fences but he has acquitted himself well over hurdles this season.It’s 14 months since Sa Fureur last tackled fences but he has acquitted himself well over hurdles this season.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41792570.htmlHeartbeat Supreme can claim milestone win for O'Brien at Dundalk 2026-02-13T07:18:00+00:002026-02-13T07:18:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/O’Brien is just one shy of his 1,500th win as a trainer.O’Brien is just one shy of his 1,500th win as a trainer.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41792051.htmlCheltenham decision looms for Fact To File but Mullins 'reasonably happy' ahead of Festival2026-02-11T19:23:00+00:002026-02-11T19:23:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Willie Mullins revealed he is giving serious consideration to fielding a runner against Constitution Hill in his high-profile Flat race at Southwell Friday weekWillie Mullins revealed he is giving serious consideration to fielding a runner against Constitution Hill in his high-profile Flat race at Southwell Friday weekExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41792015.htmlStar Strewn impresses on stable debut for Ado McGuinness in Dundalk2026-02-11T18:12:00+00:002026-02-11T18:12:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/“She’s a very good filly, definitely a black-type filly. We got her after Christmas and she’s strengthening up nicely,” said McGuinness.“She’s a very good filly, definitely a black-type filly. We got her after Christmas and she’s strengthening up nicely,” said McGuinness.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41791964.htmlPaul Townend sets sights on Cheltenham Gold Cup record2026-02-11T17:23:00+00:002026-02-11T17:23:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Paul Townend has won four Cheltenham Gold Cups — two each on Al Boum Photo and Galopin Des Champs. Winning a fifth would give him outright ownership of a record he jointly holds with Pat Taaffe.Paul Townend has won four Cheltenham Gold Cups — two each on Al Boum Photo and Galopin Des Champs. Winning a fifth would give him outright ownership of a record he jointly holds with Pat Taaffe.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41790620.htmlExpect to see a different Marine Nationale at Cheltenham, insists Barry Connell2026-02-11T07:10:00+00:002026-02-11T07:10:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Champion Chaser will return to Cheltenham to defend his crown next month.The Champion Chaser will return to Cheltenham to defend his crown next month.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41791352.htmlTake Heart can recoup recent losses at Dundalk 2026-02-11T06:43:00+00:002026-02-11T06:43:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The grey six-year-old won three times for Johnny Murtagh, including a notable success, off 95, in the ultra-competitive Chesterfield Cup at Goodwood in the summer of 2024.The grey six-year-old won three times for Johnny Murtagh, including a notable success, off 95, in the ultra-competitive Chesterfield Cup at Goodwood in the summer of 2024.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41791340.html‘Everything bouncing right’ for Gordon Elliott as he targets Cheltenham rebound2026-02-10T19:58:00+00:002026-02-10T19:58:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It took until the final race of the 2025 Cheltenham Festival for Gordon Elliott to land a winner. The feeling this year is that he should have more than one victor in the CotswoldsIt took until the final race of the 2025 Cheltenham Festival for Gordon Elliott to land a winner. The feeling this year is that he should have more than one victor in the CotswoldsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41791289.htmlMark Walsh continues fine form for JP McManus in Limerick2026-02-10T18:12:00+00:002026-02-10T18:12:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Walsh guided the Gavin Cromwell-trained Saveforarainyday to victory in the Conference & Banqueting Mares Maiden Hurdle.Walsh guided the Gavin Cromwell-trained Saveforarainyday to victory in the Conference & Banqueting Mares Maiden Hurdle.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41791007.html'It’s lovely to hear' - Jack Kennedy flattered by Ruby Walsh praise 2026-02-10T16:00:00+00:002026-02-10T16:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 26-year-old admits hearing such glowing praise from a racing legend like Walsh means plenty.The 26-year-old admits hearing such glowing praise from a racing legend like Walsh means plenty.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/racing/arid-41790611.htmlLocal Lenjoleur De Palma should have the inside track2026-02-10T06:00:00+00:002026-02-10T06:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Saveforarainyday can open her account in the Conference & Banqueting Mares Maiden HurdleSaveforarainyday can open her account in the Conference & Banqueting Mares Maiden HurdleExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/