๐ Official account of the Aintree Grand National, BoyleSports Irish Grand National & Cheltenham Gold Cup winning jockey. Horse Racing Ambassador
@BoyleSports
So disappointing that we had to retire Sizing John this morning. He had felt so good in the last few weeks and I was really looking forward to Listowel this Sunday but unfortunately it wasnโt to be. Hopefully now heโll have a well deserved long and happy retirement
#legend
Back out sitting in my car after winning the first
@downroyal
racecourse. All jockeys doing there best to social distance ๐๐
@HRIRacing
@BoyleSports
(1/2) Due to the increased number of covid 19 cases in Ireland and the UK and the uncertainty over travel restrictions I have decided to stay in Ireland with my family until restrictions ease.
An unbelievable day in Far Hills yesterday winning the American Grand National on Jury Duty for
@gelliott_racing
. Unbelievable achievement from Gordon to win the English, Irish & American Nationals in 2018. On the road to cork now! ๐ด๐ด
#sidewayssyndicate
#celebrationstonight
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Iโve been lucky enough to ride against some of the greatest jockeys of all time and there was none better than
@BarryJGeraghty
, a great jockey who had a great career. Wishing him and his family all the best for the future ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฅ
Devastated to hear of the passing of Our Duke. One of the best I've ever ridden, his performance in last years BoyleSports Irish Grand National will live long in my memory. Especially devastating for the Cooper family and his regular work rider
@TracyPiggott
#whatahorse
#legend
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So sad to hear of the passing of Pat Smullen. A gentleman from head to toe, legend on and off the track. Deepest sympathies to his extended family. May he rest in peace.
I think itโs the right decision for Irish racing to stop now given the current situation but hopefully everyone will obey government restrictions and we can all get back to work sooner rather than later
#socialdistancing
#selfisolate
#washyourhands
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@BoyleSports
Another of the greats retired
@dickyjohnson77
.
Honoured to have shared a weighroom and racecourse with him. A legend and a gentleman.
#happyretirement
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Had my shoulder operated on yesterday to sort out an ongoing injury. The operation went well and hope to be back in 5/6 weeks just in time for Galway..๐๐๐
@BoyleSports
Heartbreaking to get the call from
@Jessica_Racing
this evening with the news the Sizing John won't return to challenge for his Gold Cup next week. We're all very disappointed but don't worry, he'll be back! ๐ช
@BoyleSports
Absolutely gutted to be missing Sizing Johnโs return tomorrow after 2yrs on the sidelines. Itโs been a long road back but he has been showing plenty of his old spark in recent weeks ๐ค
#hesinsafeenoughhands
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Unfortunately I have to undergo surgery this week on an old back injury and wonโt be fit for next weekโs Galway Festival. Disappointing but hopefully will be back in September in time for Listowel..๐ช๐ช
Huge congratulations to Ruby on a brilliant last ride on Kemboy in the
@punchestownrace
Gold Cup and on a wonderful career๐๐๐๐
#probablythebestever
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Congratulations to
@Jessica_Racing
and all the team in Commonstown on a first classic win ๐
Gold Cups or Classics, they can train them all, well deserved! ๐
Delighted to see that my old friend Lostintranslation has been retired healthy and well.
We had some great days together, and he was a joy to ride and be associated with.
#happyretirementoldfriend
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Great honour last night to be named
@MeathSports
sports star of the year 2017 in the
@Knightsbrook1
. Also delighted that my dad was inducted into the Hall Of Fame. A great night for the Powers! ๐ช๐
What a performance by Alpha Centauri again! Without a doubt the standout performance of Royal Ascot. Huge congrats to
@Jessica_Racing
@DONOGHUECP1
and all the team in Commonstown!๐๐๐ช๐ช๐พ๐พ
Unfortunately the arm injury I suffered in Tramore is a bit more serious than first thought. I have a fracture in my hand and a damaged tendon in my arm which means 4-6 weeks on the sidelines again ๐ ๐
#thejoysofthegame
Delighted to be back in action tomorrow with two rides in Sligo. The injury took a little longer than first thought but all feels good now!
#raringtogo
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This statue of Sizing John was unveiled
@punchestownrace
today. Brilliantly sculpted by Paul Ferriter and well deserved, 3 Gold Cups in one season
#champion
#legend
Just been to see my orthopedic specialist and unfortunately will be out of action for 4-5 weeks with a fractured T7 vertebrae from fall in Ballinrobe
#lifeofajockey
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(2/2) Iโve been in quarantine since the 1st of January and look forward to getting back riding on both sides of the Irish Sea as soon as restrictions allow๐คท๐ปโโ๏ธ๐ค
So disappointing to learn of the death of Finian's Oscar. He had achieved so much for such a young horse and I felt the best was yet to come. Huge loss to all the team at
@colintizzard
A quick update on my shoulder; my operation went well. I saw my surgeon on Monday and fingers crossed will be back in time for the Galway festival ๐๐
#keepherlit
Unfortunately I won't be back in time for
@Galway_Races
. Just saw my surgeon and while the shoulder is recovering well, Galway is coming a week too soon ๐๐
๐ฃ "Some clown who has never ridden a horse and has come up with this idea trying to make a name for themselves."
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@Robbie_Power_
didn't hold back when sharing his opinion on the new whip rule when talking with
@BoyleSportsSK
.
#CheltenhamFestival
Great display today from Jett to win the virtual BoyleSports Irish Grand National, a great call by Jessie to make me ride Jett, I wanted to ride magic of Light!!!๐คฃ๐คท๐ปโโ๏ธ๐คท๐ปโโ๏ธ
Delighted with the appointment of
@jenepugh
as the new Senior Medical Officer. Always going to be difficult to replace Dr. McGoldrick but for once the turf club have made the right decision! ๐๐
#greatappointment
#fantasticdoctor
Gutted to hear from
@Jessica_Racing
this morning that Sizing John is out for the season. He had been showing all the right signs at home. Such a pity.
#hellbeback
Paul Townend replaced Ruby Walsh as Willie Mullins' number one jockey in May 2019.
Since then:
๐18 Cheltenham Festival wins
๐Irish Gold Cup
๐Punchestown Gold Cup
๐Irish Champion Hurdle
๐Irish Grand National
And many more.
What a talent!
#BoyleSportsIGN
๐ BACK IN ACTION ๐
๐
@Robbie_Power_
makes his return from injury in the 1.40 Naas today, as he rides the much fancied Saint Felicien!
What can we expect in a field of six runners?
Racecard ๐
#RacingTips
#Racing
@BoyleSportsLB
๐ Robbie Power was really interested about 22/1 shot Dreal Deal...
And guess who won the 1.20 at Punchestown?
RESULT:
1. Dreal Deal ๐
2. Ganapathi
#racing
#punchestown
"Knowing Paul, heโs a thorough professional and top class jockey and hopefully heโll be back riding Grade one winners this week."
My
@BoyleSports
blog on yesterday's incident at Punchestown.
#PTown18