John Malone

With three outings already in the books, Des Donovan trainee Alkuwarrior (Ire) (Alkumait {GB}) was the most experienced contender in Tuesday's British Stallion Studs EBF Maiden Stakes at Great Yarmouth and his ringcraft was a telling factor as he made all for a narrow victory to become the first winner for his Capital Stud-based sire (by Showcasing {GB}) in the extended five-furlong dash. "He jumped very well, but was a little bit keen early on in the race," reflected rider Mason Paetel. "I just let him get into his own...

The Irish Equine Centre, opened in 1983, will host a 40th anniversary celebration at its headquarters in Johnstown, Naas Co. Kildare on the afternoon of Wednesday, Sept. 13. In addition to the centre's founders, trustees, board members and staff members expected to be in attendance, the Irish Equine Centre has formally invited Martin Heydon, Minister of State with responsibility for farm safety, as the guest of honour and to speak about the centre's commitment to protecting the national equine herd for the past four decades. Leo Powell of The Irish...