A year ago today, my wife convinced me to present at Connolly hospital in order to prevent me committing suicide. While I’ll never consider myself “in the clear”, things are much better now. I’m an example that you can turn things around if you just reach out. I’ve included (1/2)
a podcast we recorded at work to help raise awareness with regards mental health issues. It may help someone who is in a dark place at the moment. Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem, so feel free to reach out if you are struggling.
Was pretty embarrassed by them alright but then I saw your tweet to
@Luara_woodsy
begging for a date and I realised that I i'm not even the biggest loser from today....
Is there any bandwagon Ewan McKenna won’t jump on in his (desperate) pursuit of attention & relevance? He’s the adult equivalent of a 14 year old girl posting selfies every hour fishing for likes.
Easy, first drive goes into the trees short left. Tee up a provisional and bang that into the trees short right. Walk the rest of the hole drinking a bottle of beer while watching the 2.25 from Thirsk on my phone.
I’ve huge respect & admiration for Tony for the way he conducted himself here. The love for the horse shining through the whole interview. If ever someone deserved a bit of luck getting another good one it’s him. He’s a class act.
🗣 "She's more special than Dawn Run. I just loved the mare more than any horse I ever had."
Fantastic interview with
@tonymullins84
, speaking to Johnny Ward this evening at
@KilbegganRaces
It beggars belief that Funambule Sivola has got 7lb for finishing 2nd to Shishkin. FS is now rated just 2lbs inferior to champion chase winner Put The Kettle On.3 starts back, he was beaten at Newbury in a handicap off 130. Is he improving? Yes.
To that extent? Most certainly not
My back windscreen this evening after some scumbag threw a stone at my car when joining the N4 outside Mullingar. Seething as my 4 year old was in the back seat at the time. How the f*ck do people think that this behaviour is acceptable?
Noel and Valerie Moran have told the Racing Post their 20-strong team at Cullentra House will remain at the yard in the care of Denise 'Sneezy' Foster
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I’ve been eating up to 6 slices some days & feel like my life is spiralling out of control. Sometimes all I can think about is where the next slice is coming from.
Late drama 👀
Damien Moore thinks he's got the
@CorinthianChall
race sewn up on Noble Anthem but he got a nasty shock when he looked over and saw Fair Damsel flying up the inside rail under
@DempseyMartina2
.
@curraghrace
Public Opinion:
Never ending lockdown, economic destruction & no clear roadmap back to normality - ah that’s grand
Breakaway European super league - this is a f*cking disgrace and we need to fight back against this blatant greed.
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Almost certainly will lose at least a couple along the way but imagine if Too Darn Hot, Quorto, Ten Sovereigns, Persian King, Calyx, Madmhoon, Advertise & Sangarius all line up in the 2000 Guineas... 🤤
Don’t tweet about football much but this Ajax team is ridiculously enjoyable to watch. Think it would be great for the game if they went all the way and won it out, just to prove you don’t need billions to build a winning team.
Only catching up on the
@BetfairRacing
review podcast & delighted to hear
@kevinblake2011
calling Paul Murphy out for the nonsense he has been spouting regarding public funding of the horse racing industry 👏👏 (Don’t think there is a politician who grinds my gears more than him)
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As they say, incredible scenes😮
The missus just asked me, completely out of the blue, where would I like to be buried. But for lockdown, we could have missed out on these beautiful moments.
Heartbreaking for the Japanese. Gave it a proper go and were trying to win it all the way until the end, when many other teams would just have defended deep clinging on for extra time. Have massive respect for them
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Notebook trying to go head to head with Energumene and finishes legless out the back of the tv. Shows what an engine Energumene has. Can’t wait until the day he goes head to head with Shishkin.
"Races like the Grand National are cartoonish in their cruelty"
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This video is incredible. A Chinese speed skater takes off at the beginning of a longer race. Her teammate then sprints to the front, confusing everyone on the “final lap” and easily securing Gold and Silver medals for the team. Watch until the end. Great teamwork.
If you aren't aware of a horse called Shahnaza, you need to watch the video of her winning last time at Longchamp. Her form was nicely franked at Chantilly today by Pollara & I reckon she could end up being a strong contender for the Arc.. hopefully after she wins the Diane!!
I don't know Michael nor Gordon but Michael captures this well. The shock I felt at seeing that picture is now outweighed by the shock of seeing Gordon's person obliterated. This destruction can't be right, we all make mistakes, we are all guilty of allowing a certain culture
Subtext - let’s try to turn public opinion against farmers before they protest like the farmers in the Netherlands. It’s sickening but don’t fall for it.
Families could be forced to abandon their second car if higher-level carbon emission targets for the agriculture sector cannot be agreed, senior Government figures have warned
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@Elaine_Loughlin
reports
I'm currently doing what is known as the HSE Vaccination exercise routine. I promise to run 100km per week but end up only walking a mile... to buy an ice cream.
Have barely seen anyone mentioning Mr Everest for Saturday’s Cesarewitch but he looks the most obvious one to me. Egan back up for 1st time since his Naas win (when very well punted). That race worked out really well & he’s only 4lbs higher now. 16/1 looks a fair enough price
Probably unpopular opinion in Ireland but difficult not to feel a bit gutted for England there. Played a mighty game and while I’m no expert on rugby, I don’t think they deserved to lose.
@HawkWing2002
If you are betting on a charity race the only one you can blame is yourself. Can’t speak for on course books but betting is offered only really as a token, to low limits, and turnover would be minuscule. And it’s not like this hasn’t happened before in these charity races.
Thought it was a magnificent performance and result for Cork down in Pairc Ui Caoimh this evening, with an outstanding point to win the game in the last minute. These recent U-20 teams would really give you hope for the future of Cork football.
#corcaighabu
That point to win the Hurling Club All-Ireland was something incredible altogether... And that's not even taking into account the awful conditions. As good a score as you will see.
Really appreciate being given the opportunity to go on
@LunchtimeLiveNT
to speak about mental health issues and hopefully to encourage anyone who is struggling to seek help, while also trying to break the stigma associated with mental health issues.
For those looking for what i fancy for tomorrow in Cheltenham,
1.50 - Doing Fine should appreciate the extra distance here & carrying a light weight should be running on up the hill when others may have had enough.
2.25 - Starchitect looks very solid with the Pipe stable in far
Amber Barrett’s first touch was actually class. Made the goal for herself. Great scenes in Hampden and hopefully the country gets behind the team now for the World Cup. Great achievement.
Liam’s brave posts make for difficult reading but it shines a light on how people are struggling atm & it’s important to understand that. It’s even more important to be vigilant when it comes to family, friends & colleagues to ensure they don’t feel isolated
#MentalHealthMatters