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Like father, like daughter - Moyglare matriarch honoured with Hall of Fame Award
Mark Costello
Mark Costello reports from what is always one of the year's best awards nights
30 January 2026 News
NEWS IN BRIEF: Racing ann bloodstock stories from the January 31st edition
Limerick and Fairyhouse rescheduled; Doyle and McDonogh lose winners; Breeder of the Month winner; Coolmore partner targets Japan; Free admission at Gowran Park; Illness claims champion filly
30 January 2026 General
Free first aid training for racing industry
Training covers concussion, CPR, defibrillator use, injury and bleeding management, and how to respond to incidents such as falls or kicks
SALES: Horses that punch above their weight
158 lots have been catalogued for the sale that produced Champ Kiely, Cur Card and Road To Riches, among others
30 January 2026 News
SALES: Proven source of value in every sphere
Amy Lynam previews the Tattersalls February Sale, which has developed a reputation for producing Group 1 broodmares at affordable prices
30 January 2026 News
SALES: Elliott pays record price for Golden boy
Impressive Dromahane winner Golden Current topped trade at £315,000, with another three fetching six-figure sums
30 January 2026 News
SALES: Mags Mullins hurdler tops Thoroughbid Sale
The late Kevin Prendergast bred the second highest-priced lot, which will race on in America
30 January 2026 News
Coolmore seeking €1.5 million for Kildare land
The land is currently in tillage and could be used for most agricultural or equestrian purposes
30 January 2026 News
NEW ZEALAND: Karaka celebrates 100th edition
The 100th edition of New Zealand Bloodstock’s National Yearling Sale was highlighted by the NZ$1.1 million spent on a Sword Of State colt, reports Stuart McCormick
30 January 2026 News
BIG INTERVIEW: Bloodstock agent Stephen Hillen
From growing up as bookmaker's son in Derry to unearthing a champion for a bargain sum, Stephen Hillen tells Amy Lynam his story so far
23 January 2026 News
IRISH STALLION TRAIL: The popular two-day event captured on camera
Over 30 stallion farms opened their doors to breeders and racing fans last week
23 January 2026 News
SALES: Buyer sees value in Tattersalls Online top lot
Willie Mullins' dual-purpose offering Charlus is off to Dan Skelton's after selling for 50,000gns
23 January 2026 News