GAIN The Advantage Series Returns For 2026

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | 11:39 am

GAIN the Advantage Series kicks off in June — Horse Racing Ireland, in partnership with GAIN Equine Nutrition, is pleased to announce the return of GAIN The Advantage Series. Pictured L to R Robert Crabbe ( Commercial Manager, Horse Racing Ireland) Philip Gilligan (Irish Country Manager, GAIN Equine) Joanne Hurley ( Head of Equine, GAIN Equine) Richard Fitzsimons ( Equine Business Manager, GAIN Equine) with racehorse trainers Stephen Thorne and Jack Davison.

The GAIN the Advantage Series returns for 2026, Horse Racing Ireland (HRI), in partnership with GAIN Equine Nutrition announced on Wednesday.

The 2026 GAIN the Advantage Series will get underway on Thursday, June 11 at Bulmers Live at Leopardstown Racecourse and will span across a further five race meetings throughout the summer. Listowel Racecourse will join the roster for 2026, hosting the final leg on Monday, September 21, the second day of their seven-day Harvest Festival. Ballinrobe (Monday, June 21), Fairyhouse (Wednesday, July 1), Down Royal (Friday, July 17) and Navan (Thursday, August 27) will also stage a leg of the series each. For more information on the series, please visit the HRI website.

Philip Gilligan, Irish country manager, GAIN Equine Nutrition, said, “We are delighted to launch GAIN The Advantage Series once again, and our commitment to supporting the thoroughbred racing and bloodstock industries remains as strong as ever. The series continues to recognise the collective efforts of all involved, from owners, trainers and breeders to stable staff, which has been central to its ongoing success.

“Our valued partnership with Horse Racing Ireland continues to be key to the development of the series, supporting its purpose and impact across the industry. We are pleased to welcome Listowel Racecourse as the final leg, further strengthening the profile and reach of the 2026 series.”