After the 1951 Cheltenham Festival, Vincent O'Brien moved into Ballydoyle, then a 285-acre (1.15km2)farm ringed by mountains near the village of Rosegreen, County Tipperary.
The stables are renowned for their exceptionally high attention to detail and world class facilities used in the preparation of Horses throughout their racing career at Ballydoyle. The primary gallop at Ballydoyle is said to be based on the turns and undulations of Epsom Downs Racecourse, perhaps with the intention of giving Ballydoyle trained runners a key advantage in a race in which many future Coolmore Stud stallions are made.
O'Brien trained such household names as Nijinsky and Sadler's Wells at Ballydoyle. There is a bronze statue of Nijinsky at the stables.
Ballydoyle (23 March 1980 – 2000) was a Thoroughbredracehorse who sold for a record-setting $3.5 million ($9.1 million inflation adjusted) as a Yearling in 1981. He showed average ability on the racecourse, winning one race in Ireland as a two-year-old.
Background
Ballydoyle was a bay horse bred in Ontario by E P Taylor the owner of Windfields Farm. He was one of many important winners sired by Northern Dancer, that won the Kentucky Derby in 1964 before becoming one of the most successful breeding stallions in Thoroughbred history. His dam, South Ocean, had previously produced Northernette (also sired by Northern Dancer), the champion filly of her generation in Canada at two and three years of age. Four years later she produced Storm Bird, the top-rated European two-year-old of 1980.
The yearling was sent to the Keeneland Sales in July 1981 where he was sold for a then world-record price of $3.5 million by the bloodstock agency BBA (Ireland) on behalf of the British businessman Robert Sangster. The colt was sent to Europe where he was trained by Vincent O'Brien: he was named after O'Brien's training base at Ballydoyle, County Tipperary.
Emma Nagle visit Ballydoyle to get updates on some of the stars for the 2024 flat season including City of Troy, Auguste Rodin, Ylang Ylang, Opera Singer and more.
published: 22 Mar 2024
Spend a morning at one of racing's greatest facilities - Ballydoyle
Aidan O'Brien has cemented his place over the years as one of the finest and most successful racehorse trainers.
He trains his superstars from his Ballydoyle base in Ireland and he let us in for a look round.
Enjoy a few minutes of sensational shots from the state-of-the-art facility
published: 21 May 2024
Aidan O'Brien Ballydoyle - Coolmore Stable Tour | March 2023
Emma Nagle visits Ballydoyle for their media open morning. Get a look at the world class facilities and hear updates from Aidan O’Brien on stable stars such as Auguste Rodin and Little Big Bear.
Also get a look at some of the exciting new stallions boarding in the neighbouring Coolmore stud farm.
published: 31 Mar 2023
Latest updates on CITY OF TROY, AUGUSTE RODIN & the other Ballydoyle stable stars from Aidan O'Brien
The new 2024 Flat season got under way at the Curragh with an Aidan O'Brien-trained winner and the trainer was good enough to give Racing TV a comprehensive update on some of his big-race candidates for the months ahead, including City Of Troy, Opera Singer and Auguste Rodin.
#horseracing #Ballydoyle #horses #AidanOBrien
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published: 18 Mar 2024
The Master of Ballydoyle: Vincent O'Brien - Racing Legend 🌟
Dive into the storied career of Vincent O'Brien, one of the most influential racehorse trainers in the history of the sport. This documentary, 'The Master of Ballydoyle,' first aired on June 27, 1974, showcases the remarkable achievements of a true horse racing pioneer.
🔹 Career Highlights:
Epsom Derby Victories: Trained six different horses to win one of the most prestigious flat races in the world, the Epsom Derby.
Grand National Triumphs: Secured three wins at one of the most challenging steeplechase races globally, showcasing his versatility in both flat and jumps racing.
British Triple Crown Winner: Trained the only horse since World War II to win the British Triple Crown, cementing his legacy in racing history.
British Champion Trainer: Achieved the title of British champion tra...
published: 12 May 2024
Inside Coolmore stud and Ballydoyle Racing
Inside Coolmoore stud feeding cattle and Ballydoyle racing rolling horse runs
published: 22 Mar 2024
Ballydoyle work rider enjoys first winner in three years!
There are worse jobs than being a work rider at Ballydoyle and Killian Hennessy made a winning return to race-riding in the feature Boylesports Ulster Derby.
Partnering the exciting Tower Of London, the pair were impressive winners at Down Royal for Aidan O'Brien in the familiar silks of Messrs Smith, Magnier, Tabor and Westerberg.
The 5/2 favourite was kept wide throughout by Hennessy and the pair flashed home to score by four and a quarter-lengths.
Hennessy's last victory came in the Ballysax Stakes back in July 2020 and he discussed the thrill of being back in the winners' enclosure.
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published: 24 Jun 2023
Aidan O'Brien: Behind the scenes at Ballydoyle
Ahead of the Irish Guineas Festival – for which Betway are the new official betting partner – Aidan O’Brien took us behind the scenes at Ballydoyle to discuss:
- The secret to solving the puzzle of how to get the best out of horses
- How it feels to see his sons Joseph and Donnacha branch out on their own
- The team spirit and lack of hierarchy among his team at Ballydoyle
- The pressure to get results in order to keep the operation running
published: 22 May 2021
Ballydoyle gallops (part one)
At racing on the first day of the Irish flat season, Aidan O'Brien worked a battalion of horses after racing. In the first group see Australia and co work.
http://www.attheraces.com
published: 25 Mar 2014
Aidan O'Brien in stitches 🤣| Matt Chapman quizzes the Ballydoyle maestro on Colin Keane
Brilliant! We saw a different side to Aidan O'Brien on Sky Sports Racing's Breeders' Cup Preview, where Matt Chapman had the Ballydoyle maestro struggling to control his laughter, before being asked a very serious question on the yard's relationship with Irish champion jockey Colin Keane...
Do you think Colin Keane will be Ballydoyle number one jockey before too long?
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Emma Nagle visit Ballydoyle to get updates on some of the stars for the 2024 flat season including City of Troy, Auguste Rodin, Ylang Ylang, Opera Singer and mo...
Emma Nagle visit Ballydoyle to get updates on some of the stars for the 2024 flat season including City of Troy, Auguste Rodin, Ylang Ylang, Opera Singer and more.
Emma Nagle visit Ballydoyle to get updates on some of the stars for the 2024 flat season including City of Troy, Auguste Rodin, Ylang Ylang, Opera Singer and more.
Aidan O'Brien has cemented his place over the years as one of the finest and most successful racehorse trainers.
He trains his superstars from his Ballydoyle b...
Aidan O'Brien has cemented his place over the years as one of the finest and most successful racehorse trainers.
He trains his superstars from his Ballydoyle base in Ireland and he let us in for a look round.
Enjoy a few minutes of sensational shots from the state-of-the-art facility
Aidan O'Brien has cemented his place over the years as one of the finest and most successful racehorse trainers.
He trains his superstars from his Ballydoyle base in Ireland and he let us in for a look round.
Enjoy a few minutes of sensational shots from the state-of-the-art facility
Emma Nagle visits Ballydoyle for their media open morning. Get a look at the world class facilities and hear updates from Aidan O’Brien on stable stars such as ...
Emma Nagle visits Ballydoyle for their media open morning. Get a look at the world class facilities and hear updates from Aidan O’Brien on stable stars such as Auguste Rodin and Little Big Bear.
Also get a look at some of the exciting new stallions boarding in the neighbouring Coolmore stud farm.
Emma Nagle visits Ballydoyle for their media open morning. Get a look at the world class facilities and hear updates from Aidan O’Brien on stable stars such as Auguste Rodin and Little Big Bear.
Also get a look at some of the exciting new stallions boarding in the neighbouring Coolmore stud farm.
The new 2024 Flat season got under way at the Curragh with an Aidan O'Brien-trained winner and the trainer was good enough to give Racing TV a comprehensive upd...
The new 2024 Flat season got under way at the Curragh with an Aidan O'Brien-trained winner and the trainer was good enough to give Racing TV a comprehensive update on some of his big-race candidates for the months ahead, including City Of Troy, Opera Singer and Auguste Rodin.
#horseracing #Ballydoyle #horses #AidanOBrien
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All the best Group One and Grade One action ➡️ http://y2u.be/mOq9ZgMn_ME
Welcome to the official YouTube channel of Racing TV, the UK's leading horse racing channel showing live racing from the best racecourses in Great Britain and Ireland.
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The new 2024 Flat season got under way at the Curragh with an Aidan O'Brien-trained winner and the trainer was good enough to give Racing TV a comprehensive update on some of his big-race candidates for the months ahead, including City Of Troy, Opera Singer and Auguste Rodin.
#horseracing #Ballydoyle #horses #AidanOBrien
Must-see compilations and best bits ➡️ http://y2u.be/Kfl2CXtG6xA
Greatest Hits! Some of our most amazing action ➡️ http://y2u.be/AfNpAewK4m4
Feature-length documentaries for racing lovers ➡️ http://y2u.be/xIprr1hNCeA
Thrills, spills and funnies! ➡️ http://y2u.be/AHqOQUnNhXo
Racing Greats ➡️ http://y2u.be/74MKoH7TLIE
All the best Group One and Grade One action ➡️ http://y2u.be/mOq9ZgMn_ME
Welcome to the official YouTube channel of Racing TV, the UK's leading horse racing channel showing live racing from the best racecourses in Great Britain and Ireland.
Subscribe to Racing TV's free YouTube channel and get closer to the sport we all love. If you want to watch unmissable moments from the world of racing and exclusive interviews and highlights from our specialist shows then this is the place for you! https://bit.ly/2RHbyMa
You can also find us on Sky 424 or Virgin Media 536 (411 in Ireland): https://t.co/xkJ0xBrDcm
Also watch Racing TV at racingtv.com and via our iPhone, iPad and Android apps: https://t.co/CwcklwUMHs
Dive into the storied career of Vincent O'Brien, one of the most influential racehorse trainers in the history of the sport. This documentary, 'The Master of Ba...
Dive into the storied career of Vincent O'Brien, one of the most influential racehorse trainers in the history of the sport. This documentary, 'The Master of Ballydoyle,' first aired on June 27, 1974, showcases the remarkable achievements of a true horse racing pioneer.
🔹 Career Highlights:
Epsom Derby Victories: Trained six different horses to win one of the most prestigious flat races in the world, the Epsom Derby.
Grand National Triumphs: Secured three wins at one of the most challenging steeplechase races globally, showcasing his versatility in both flat and jumps racing.
British Triple Crown Winner: Trained the only horse since World War II to win the British Triple Crown, cementing his legacy in racing history.
British Champion Trainer: Achieved the title of British champion trainer twice, underlining his consistency and excellence over the years.
🔹 Famous Horses:
Vincent O'Brien was associated with some of the most legendary horses in racing, including:
Nijinsky: The last horse to win the British Triple Crown in 1970.
Sir Ivor: Known for his electrifying speed and agility, winning the 1968 Epsom Derby.
Arkle: Often regarded as one of the greatest steeplechasers of all time.
🎬 Subscribe for More Horse Racing Legends:
Explore the rich history of horse racing with exclusive interviews, classic race reviews, and in-depth profiles of icons like Vincent O'Brien. Stay tuned for expert betting tips and insights that bring you closer to the heart of Irish and international horse racing.
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Dive into the storied career of Vincent O'Brien, one of the most influential racehorse trainers in the history of the sport. This documentary, 'The Master of Ballydoyle,' first aired on June 27, 1974, showcases the remarkable achievements of a true horse racing pioneer.
🔹 Career Highlights:
Epsom Derby Victories: Trained six different horses to win one of the most prestigious flat races in the world, the Epsom Derby.
Grand National Triumphs: Secured three wins at one of the most challenging steeplechase races globally, showcasing his versatility in both flat and jumps racing.
British Triple Crown Winner: Trained the only horse since World War II to win the British Triple Crown, cementing his legacy in racing history.
British Champion Trainer: Achieved the title of British champion trainer twice, underlining his consistency and excellence over the years.
🔹 Famous Horses:
Vincent O'Brien was associated with some of the most legendary horses in racing, including:
Nijinsky: The last horse to win the British Triple Crown in 1970.
Sir Ivor: Known for his electrifying speed and agility, winning the 1968 Epsom Derby.
Arkle: Often regarded as one of the greatest steeplechasers of all time.
🎬 Subscribe for More Horse Racing Legends:
Explore the rich history of horse racing with exclusive interviews, classic race reviews, and in-depth profiles of icons like Vincent O'Brien. Stay tuned for expert betting tips and insights that bring you closer to the heart of Irish and international horse racing.
#VincentOBrien #HorseRacingLegends #IrishHorseRacing #EpsomDerby #TripleCrown #BettingTips 🏆🐎
There are worse jobs than being a work rider at Ballydoyle and Killian Hennessy made a winning return to race-riding in the feature Boylesports Ulster Derby.
P...
There are worse jobs than being a work rider at Ballydoyle and Killian Hennessy made a winning return to race-riding in the feature Boylesports Ulster Derby.
Partnering the exciting Tower Of London, the pair were impressive winners at Down Royal for Aidan O'Brien in the familiar silks of Messrs Smith, Magnier, Tabor and Westerberg.
The 5/2 favourite was kept wide throughout by Hennessy and the pair flashed home to score by four and a quarter-lengths.
Hennessy's last victory came in the Ballysax Stakes back in July 2020 and he discussed the thrill of being back in the winners' enclosure.
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Racing TV is the UK's leading horse racing channel showing live racing from the best racecourses in Great Britain and Ireland.
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There are worse jobs than being a work rider at Ballydoyle and Killian Hennessy made a winning return to race-riding in the feature Boylesports Ulster Derby.
Partnering the exciting Tower Of London, the pair were impressive winners at Down Royal for Aidan O'Brien in the familiar silks of Messrs Smith, Magnier, Tabor and Westerberg.
The 5/2 favourite was kept wide throughout by Hennessy and the pair flashed home to score by four and a quarter-lengths.
Hennessy's last victory came in the Ballysax Stakes back in July 2020 and he discussed the thrill of being back in the winners' enclosure.
This is the official YouTube channel of Racing TV.
Racing TV is the UK's leading horse racing channel showing live racing from the best racecourses in Great Britain and Ireland.
Subscribe to Racing TV's free YouTube channel and get closer to the sport we all love. We will bring you unmissable moments from the world of racing, exclusive interviews and highlights from our specialist shows. So, if you love horse racing, this is the YouTube channel for you ► https://bit.ly/2RHbyMa
You can also find us on Sky 424 or Virgin Media 536 (411 in Ireland). Click here to find out more - https://t.co/xkJ0xBrDcm
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Ahead of the Irish Guineas Festival – for which Betway are the new official betting partner – Aidan O’Brien took us behind the scenes at Ballydoyle to discuss:
...
Ahead of the Irish Guineas Festival – for which Betway are the new official betting partner – Aidan O’Brien took us behind the scenes at Ballydoyle to discuss:
- The secret to solving the puzzle of how to get the best out of horses
- How it feels to see his sons Joseph and Donnacha branch out on their own
- The team spirit and lack of hierarchy among his team at Ballydoyle
- The pressure to get results in order to keep the operation running
Ahead of the Irish Guineas Festival – for which Betway are the new official betting partner – Aidan O’Brien took us behind the scenes at Ballydoyle to discuss:
- The secret to solving the puzzle of how to get the best out of horses
- How it feels to see his sons Joseph and Donnacha branch out on their own
- The team spirit and lack of hierarchy among his team at Ballydoyle
- The pressure to get results in order to keep the operation running
At racing on the first day of the Irish flat season, Aidan O'Brien worked a battalion of horses after racing. In the first group see Australia and co work.
http...
At racing on the first day of the Irish flat season, Aidan O'Brien worked a battalion of horses after racing. In the first group see Australia and co work.
http://www.attheraces.com
At racing on the first day of the Irish flat season, Aidan O'Brien worked a battalion of horses after racing. In the first group see Australia and co work.
http://www.attheraces.com
Brilliant! We saw a different side to Aidan O'Brien on Sky Sports Racing's Breeders' Cup Preview, where Matt Chapman had the Ballydoyle maestro struggling to co...
Brilliant! We saw a different side to Aidan O'Brien on Sky Sports Racing's Breeders' Cup Preview, where Matt Chapman had the Ballydoyle maestro struggling to control his laughter, before being asked a very serious question on the yard's relationship with Irish champion jockey Colin Keane...
Do you think Colin Keane will be Ballydoyle number one jockey before too long?
-------------------
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Brilliant! We saw a different side to Aidan O'Brien on Sky Sports Racing's Breeders' Cup Preview, where Matt Chapman had the Ballydoyle maestro struggling to control his laughter, before being asked a very serious question on the yard's relationship with Irish champion jockey Colin Keane...
Do you think Colin Keane will be Ballydoyle number one jockey before too long?
-------------------
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Emma Nagle visit Ballydoyle to get updates on some of the stars for the 2024 flat season including City of Troy, Auguste Rodin, Ylang Ylang, Opera Singer and more.
Aidan O'Brien has cemented his place over the years as one of the finest and most successful racehorse trainers.
He trains his superstars from his Ballydoyle base in Ireland and he let us in for a look round.
Enjoy a few minutes of sensational shots from the state-of-the-art facility
Emma Nagle visits Ballydoyle for their media open morning. Get a look at the world class facilities and hear updates from Aidan O’Brien on stable stars such as Auguste Rodin and Little Big Bear.
Also get a look at some of the exciting new stallions boarding in the neighbouring Coolmore stud farm.
The new 2024 Flat season got under way at the Curragh with an Aidan O'Brien-trained winner and the trainer was good enough to give Racing TV a comprehensive update on some of his big-race candidates for the months ahead, including City Of Troy, Opera Singer and Auguste Rodin.
#horseracing #Ballydoyle #horses #AidanOBrien
Must-see compilations and best bits ➡️ http://y2u.be/Kfl2CXtG6xA
Greatest Hits! Some of our most amazing action ➡️ http://y2u.be/AfNpAewK4m4
Feature-length documentaries for racing lovers ➡️ http://y2u.be/xIprr1hNCeA
Thrills, spills and funnies! ➡️ http://y2u.be/AHqOQUnNhXo
Racing Greats ➡️ http://y2u.be/74MKoH7TLIE
All the best Group One and Grade One action ➡️ http://y2u.be/mOq9ZgMn_ME
Welcome to the official YouTube channel of Racing TV, the UK's leading horse racing channel showing live racing from the best racecourses in Great Britain and Ireland.
Subscribe to Racing TV's free YouTube channel and get closer to the sport we all love. If you want to watch unmissable moments from the world of racing and exclusive interviews and highlights from our specialist shows then this is the place for you! https://bit.ly/2RHbyMa
You can also find us on Sky 424 or Virgin Media 536 (411 in Ireland): https://t.co/xkJ0xBrDcm
Also watch Racing TV at racingtv.com and via our iPhone, iPad and Android apps: https://t.co/CwcklwUMHs
Dive into the storied career of Vincent O'Brien, one of the most influential racehorse trainers in the history of the sport. This documentary, 'The Master of Ballydoyle,' first aired on June 27, 1974, showcases the remarkable achievements of a true horse racing pioneer.
🔹 Career Highlights:
Epsom Derby Victories: Trained six different horses to win one of the most prestigious flat races in the world, the Epsom Derby.
Grand National Triumphs: Secured three wins at one of the most challenging steeplechase races globally, showcasing his versatility in both flat and jumps racing.
British Triple Crown Winner: Trained the only horse since World War II to win the British Triple Crown, cementing his legacy in racing history.
British Champion Trainer: Achieved the title of British champion trainer twice, underlining his consistency and excellence over the years.
🔹 Famous Horses:
Vincent O'Brien was associated with some of the most legendary horses in racing, including:
Nijinsky: The last horse to win the British Triple Crown in 1970.
Sir Ivor: Known for his electrifying speed and agility, winning the 1968 Epsom Derby.
Arkle: Often regarded as one of the greatest steeplechasers of all time.
🎬 Subscribe for More Horse Racing Legends:
Explore the rich history of horse racing with exclusive interviews, classic race reviews, and in-depth profiles of icons like Vincent O'Brien. Stay tuned for expert betting tips and insights that bring you closer to the heart of Irish and international horse racing.
#VincentOBrien #HorseRacingLegends #IrishHorseRacing #EpsomDerby #TripleCrown #BettingTips 🏆🐎
There are worse jobs than being a work rider at Ballydoyle and Killian Hennessy made a winning return to race-riding in the feature Boylesports Ulster Derby.
Partnering the exciting Tower Of London, the pair were impressive winners at Down Royal for Aidan O'Brien in the familiar silks of Messrs Smith, Magnier, Tabor and Westerberg.
The 5/2 favourite was kept wide throughout by Hennessy and the pair flashed home to score by four and a quarter-lengths.
Hennessy's last victory came in the Ballysax Stakes back in July 2020 and he discussed the thrill of being back in the winners' enclosure.
This is the official YouTube channel of Racing TV.
Racing TV is the UK's leading horse racing channel showing live racing from the best racecourses in Great Britain and Ireland.
Subscribe to Racing TV's free YouTube channel and get closer to the sport we all love. We will bring you unmissable moments from the world of racing, exclusive interviews and highlights from our specialist shows. So, if you love horse racing, this is the YouTube channel for you ► https://bit.ly/2RHbyMa
You can also find us on Sky 424 or Virgin Media 536 (411 in Ireland). Click here to find out more - https://t.co/xkJ0xBrDcm
Also watch Racing TV at racingtv.com, the iPhone iPad app, Android app and mobile website. Click here to download the app - https://t.co/CwcklwUMHs
Ahead of the Irish Guineas Festival – for which Betway are the new official betting partner – Aidan O’Brien took us behind the scenes at Ballydoyle to discuss:
- The secret to solving the puzzle of how to get the best out of horses
- How it feels to see his sons Joseph and Donnacha branch out on their own
- The team spirit and lack of hierarchy among his team at Ballydoyle
- The pressure to get results in order to keep the operation running
At racing on the first day of the Irish flat season, Aidan O'Brien worked a battalion of horses after racing. In the first group see Australia and co work.
http://www.attheraces.com
Brilliant! We saw a different side to Aidan O'Brien on Sky Sports Racing's Breeders' Cup Preview, where Matt Chapman had the Ballydoyle maestro struggling to control his laughter, before being asked a very serious question on the yard's relationship with Irish champion jockey Colin Keane...
Do you think Colin Keane will be Ballydoyle number one jockey before too long?
-------------------
Enjoy the best of Sky Sports Racing on the free and award-winning At The Races app:
iPhone: http://apple.co/1I4NxAV
Android: http://bit.ly/1VPIcEz
facebook.com/AtTheRaces
twitter.com/AtTheRaces
instagram.com/at_the_races
After the 1951 Cheltenham Festival, Vincent O'Brien moved into Ballydoyle, then a 285-acre (1.15km2)farm ringed by mountains near the village of Rosegreen, County Tipperary.
The stables are renowned for their exceptionally high attention to detail and world class facilities used in the preparation of Horses throughout their racing career at Ballydoyle. The primary gallop at Ballydoyle is said to be based on the turns and undulations of Epsom Downs Racecourse, perhaps with the intention of giving Ballydoyle trained runners a key advantage in a race in which many future Coolmore Stud stallions are made.
O'Brien trained such household names as Nijinsky and Sadler's Wells at Ballydoyle. There is a bronze statue of Nijinsky at the stables.
When I was a small boy Here in London town Seasons snow was falling on the ground All the friends and family Here on Christmas Eve Gather round to dress The Christmas tree But daddy's down at the pub Full of Christmas cheer Probably won't come home Until next year Oh the Christmas bells are ringing And the carolers are singing But Daddy, he don't hear 'em He's yellin' at the Christmas tree Santa's balls are jingling Mommy's hips a-wiggling But Daddy, he don't hear 'em He's yellin, he's yellin' At the Christmas tree All right now yeah... Uncle is a sports fan Granny likes a joke But no one laughs when Daddy's stumbles home But he don't fall asleep Wah! The night was getting black You see, oh God, Dad had too much Jack Oh Lord! Every year is the same old thing Like Rudolph's red nose Telling this story will never get old Oh the Christmas bells are ringing And the carolers are singing But Daddy, he don't hear 'em He's yellin' at the Christmas tree Santa's balls are jingling Mommy's hips a-wiggling But Daddy, he don't hear 'em He's yellin, he's yellin' At the Christmas tree Well alright now yeah... Well alright now... Yellin' at the Christmas tree Santa came down the chimney But then he ran upstairs Jumped in bed with Mommy She didn't care Across the room went the fruitcakes Ah, the wreath came off the door If these are holidays I can take no more Every year it's the same old thing Like Rudolph's red nose Hearing this story will never get old Oh the Christmas bells are ringing And the carolers are singing But Daddy, he don't hear 'em He's yellin' at the Christmas tree Santa's balls are jingling Mommy's hips a-wiggling But Daddy, he don't hear 'em He's yellin, he's yellin' At the Christmas tree Santa's balls are jingling Mommy's hips a-wiggling But Daddy, he don't hear 'em He's yellin' He's yellin' at the Christmas tree Well alright now yeah... He's yellin' at the Christmas tree He's yellin' at the Christmas tree He's yellin' at the Christmas tree
Topping O’Brien’s list of contenders is the Ballydoyle stalwart Luxembourg who ... Luxembourg leads Ballydoyle team into Hong KongCarnival action on Sunday.
What American racing likes to call its $34 million ‘World Championships’ has attracted 14 Irish runners in all with eight appearing on Friday and half of them lining up for the opening Juvenile Turf Sprint ... READ MORE ... .
Had he done so, he would have joined a handful of other Ballydoyle greats to have won seven times at the highest level ... His eighth Group 1 success moves Kyprios ahead of five former Ballydoyle residents who all won seven such races ... .
A review of the action from Saturday's meeting at ParisLonchamp where Aidan O'Brien and Ryan Moore made the perfect start.O'Brien off to flier ... “I’m delighted, he’s a lovely horse and straightforward and stays very well ... O’Brien added ... .
Kyprios regained the Comer GroupInternationalIrish St Leger crown at the Curragh on Sunday to join an elite group of Aidan O’Brien-trained horses with seven Group One career victories ... READ MORE ... .
Aidan O’Brien’s phone could get busy this week as jockeys and their agents press their case to get on the Ballydoyle bandwagon for Saturday’s Betfred St Leger at Doncaster.
The season's final Classic will be run over 1m6f at Doncaster on September 14 and more than half the entries are trained by the Ballydoyle boss. 1 ... THE best bet for savvy punters ... Become a member today for just £1* ... SIGN UP NOW. 18+ Ts and Cs apply ... .
Photograph... The news was confirmed via a statement on the Coolmore website on Wednesday afternoon, which outlined Ballydoyle’s plans for the Classic ... READ MORE. Los Angeles set to lead four-strong Irish Derby bid for Ballydoyle. .
That was swiftly followed up by Auguste Rodin winning the Prince Of Wales’s Stakes in gutsy fashion as team Ballydoyle ensured a strong pace for the favourite to aim at and capitalise on for last year’s Derby hero to regain the winning thread.