Naas Races – Chapter 5 – The 1950s

Naas Races – Chapter 5 – The 1950s

Jul 24, 2023

Notable people and horses from a golden era, including legendary trainer Paddy Prendergast, with Martin Molony as a champion jockey. Vincent O’Brien achieved great success, including multiple Grand National wins. Other stars include Tom Dreaper, Mickey Rogers, and...
Naas Races – Chapter 3 – The 1930s

Naas Races – Chapter 3 – The 1930s

Jul 5, 2023

Bringing the story onwards as Naas Racecourse evolves in the face of the Great Depression, the Betting Tax and the outbreak of the Second World War. Become a member of Turtle’s History Library to access all areas, €12/year...
Willie Mullins – Commander of the Turf

Willie Mullins – Commander of the Turf

Sep 5, 2022

In 2026, Willie won his fourth Cheltenham Gold Cup and his fourth Aintree Grand National. In 2025, he won the Breeders Cup. In 2024, he became the first Irish-based trainer to win the UK Jumps Trainers Championship since Vincent O’Brien in 1954, as well as the...