JOHNSTOWN Co Kildare based Irish Equine Centre (IEC) hosted a commemoration event at its base to pay tribute to its founders and the support it continues to…
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A world-renowned institution was recognised on Saturday evening as the Irish National Stud became the latest name to be inducted into the hall of fame at the Irish Thoroughbred Breeders Association s national breeding and racing awards.
This award acknowledged the stud s extraordinary and continued contribution to the Irish thoroughbred industry over many decades, from the stallions it stands, to its breeding course and the impact the stud makes as a national tourist attraction.
It joins an illustrious list, with recent names to be have been inducted including JP McManus, John O Connor of Ballylinch Stud and David and Diane Nagle.