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Death of Sir Johnny Weatherby
Mark Costello
"He will be remembered for his energy, foresight, ambition and unwavering dedication to the integrity of the sport."
18 December 2025 News
SPECIAL OFFER: Your chance to go behind the scenes
Subscribe to The Irish Field at this special low price and visit either Jessica Harrington's stables, Gordon Elliott's yard or the Army Equitation School at McKee Barracks - and get a FREE gilet
17 December 2025 News
Glenview Stud announces death of Blue Bresil
The sire of Constitution Hill raced on the flat and over jumps, and stood in Wales before moving to Ireland.
SALES: Mahony signs off with record Sapphire Sale
Tuesday's sale at Tattersalls Ireland was topped by a €60,000 colt foal by Make Believe
16 December 2025 News
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We'd like to see photos of your horses. Upload them here and a selection of them will be published in the print edition.
16 December 2025 News
SALES: Hidden treasure at final sale of the year
Amy Lynam previews Tuesday's Tattersalls Ireland Sapphire Sale, where Group 1 winners Champers Elysees and Red Lion were offered in the past
15 December 2025 News
MARK BOYLAN: Was Ger Lyons’ prediction right or wrong on the 2025 breeze-ups?
Back in May, the prominent trainer questioned if there was really value for buyers at the breeze-up sales
14 December 2025 Columns
Gordon Elliott buys bumper winner for £300,000
The in-form trainer picked up two new recruits at Friday's Tattersalls Cheltenham Sale
12 December 2025 News
Breeders caught in middle of stallion dispute
Breeders who had mares covered by Sands Of Mali in 2025 are awaiting covering certificates
12 December 2025 News
SUBSCRIBER ONLY: Logic? What logic?
In our weekly subscriber-only piece, Amy Lynam looks at the unpredictable nature of breeding racehorses and questions the logic of the broodmare market
12 December 2025 Columns
CHOOSE YOUR BREEDER OF THE MONTH
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12 December 2025 Columns
Equine sector urged to influence DAFM animal welfare strategy
Industry stakeholders invited to engage, as foxhunting ban debate looms
12 December 2025 News