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The race that stops a county - Thyestes Day at Gowran Park is a Kilkenny favourite
Races will be broadcast live on RTÉ 2 from 1.30pm
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Felicity’s Pet was the winner of the 1982 Thyestes Chase 1982. Mrs Bunny McCalmont presents the cup to owner, Willie Brennan from Freshford (centre) and and Joseph G Murphy, trainer );
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Goffs Thyestes Chase Day at Gowran Park is a huge tradition for race fans across Ireland and this year s race should be no exception.
First run in 1954 the race distance is three mile one furlong (5,029 metres). Held with a maximum field of 18 runners, Willie Mullins is the most successful trainer with seven winners - Micko’s Dream was the first to bring the Cup to Closutton in 2000.