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Apprentice Championship Leadership Table 2022
As the last Apprentice Championship Leg takes place next weekend, the full standings are available to view here: 22nd May 19th June 10th July 24th July 8th Aug 14th Aug 4th Sept 9th Oct 13th Nov Total J Cowden 8 16 0 8 16 16 8 16 16 104 E Murphy 16 16 2 […]
IHRA 2022 Foal Book
Again in 2022, the IHRA have released this year’s foal book, for applications which have been made by August of this year. The foal book was funded by the Equine technical Scheme by the Department of Agriculture, Food & Marine. To view please click on the link below: IHRA 2022 Foal Book
All Ireland Series Leaderboard 2022
With only a week away to the 2022 finals of the All Ireland Series, the leadership board for each division can be found here: All Ireland Series League Table 2022
David Walsh R.I.P
It is with regret we learn of the untimely passing of David Walsh RIP. We would like to extend our condolences to his wife Debbie, son Shane, daughters Jade & Eille and partner Gail from all at Portmarnock Raceway. May He Rest in Peace.
European Drivers Championship 2022
The 2022 European drivers’ championship took place last weekend in Belgium. For full details and results, click on the following press release from the UET. UET Press Release Drivers Cship 2022
October Le Trot Sale
The next Trotteur Francais Sale is due to take place on October 24th 2022. The cost per horse is €3500 plus associated costs. This is to improve the quality and number of horses offered for sale to Irish owners and brings us in line with all other European Countries purchasing Trotter Francais horses. […]
Red John Memorial Race Schedule 2022
Red John Memorial Race Schedule 2022
Irish – French Raceday to take place at RJM in Lyre…
The 2022 Irish French race day will take place over the two day, Red John Memorial fixture in Lyre on August 20th & 21st. Five drivers have been selected by Le Trot, and will be available to drive throughout the meeting should any trainer wish to use them. For full details, please read here: 2022 […]
IHRA Sire Stakes 2022
The Sire Stakes Pages have been updated with respect to the 2022 nominations. All nominated Sires are listed on the stallion page. All current nominations of the 3YO and 4YO are listed. The next payment for these horses is due on August 1st 2022. Nominations are also open for 2YO’s and close on August 1st […]
Application Process Opens for Positions on New Integrity Oversight Function
The application process is now open for three positions currently available on the New Integrity Oversight Function which is currently part of a review process between the IHRA & VWC. All interested parties should apply in writing to [email protected] and the deadline for submissions is Tuesday 31st May 2022 at 5pm. For full details on […]
Rising Stars Pacing Series 2022 Reopen with change of condition!
The IHRA are pleased to announce a new pacing series which will be held across all three regions during May & June. For full details on the conditions, please read here: This series is for pacers aged 4YO+ and the lowest 30 horses nominated in terms of lifetime earnings will be eligible for the series. […]
IHRA & VWC Statement
A review of the integrity function of the Irish Harness Racing Association (IHRA) is being undertaken by the IHRA board and the Veterinary Welfare Commission (VWC) . VWC has, up to now, regulated the integrity function. IHRA and VWC will work together to develop and adopt a revised rule book and updated oversight arrangements […]
March 27th Entries & IHRA Board Statement
The Opening 2022 fixture takes place this coming Sunday, 27th March with the Qualifier taking place at 14.30pm with the first of four races taking place at 15.00pm. The IHRA received a number of withdrawals on Tuesday and whilst this reduced the number of entrants, the IHRA Board of Directors believe that since the initial […]
Portmarnock Raceway Opens for Exercising…
Portmarnock Raceway will now be graded every Wednesday and Saturday beginning from this Wednesday 2nd March. The cost for exercising is €15 per horse or with those trainers with three or more horses, the cost is €10 per horse. Payment is required before you enter the track and is payable each time trainers use the […]
April 2022 TF Sale
The next Trotteur Francais sale for aged racehorses will take place on the first week of April. The sale is open to all members but is offered on a first come first serve basis. The 2022 sale price for all TF purchased is set to increase by €500 from 2022 which means the price for […]
Trainer Declarations 2022
Trainers are reminded that horses must be declared 28 days ahead of racing. Any trainer wishing to race on the opening fixture will need to have declared their horses by Tuesday 22nd February 2022.
IHRA Black Horse Juvenile Series 2022
Following the success of the Black Horse Juvenile Series over the past two years, introduced, and managed by the IHRA, preparations for the 2022 series are now well under way.In its first year, the competition for two and three-year-old pacers saw 52 horses entered and paid a staggering €63,200 in total to connections on both […]
IHRA Draft Yearling Book
The IHRA have published its draft Yearling booklet for 2021, the booklet showcases the progeny of all pacers and trotters which were bred in Ireland and was funded via the Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine’s Equine Support Scheme in 2021. The Final document will be published in early January 2022. IHRA Yearling Booklet […]
Invest In Ourselves 2022
The Irish Harness Racing Association is pleased to announce the continuation of the Invest in Ourselves Initiative breeding program for 2022 breeding season. The following stallions are available for the 2022 season and will be offered on a first come basis. All bookings can be made via the IHRA office, together with the associated service […]
