TREO EILe delighted as Ex-Racehorses perform really well at tattersalls july show

​The tremendous work of Treo Eile in the past couple of years was very much evident at the Tattersalls Ireland July Show where The Tattersalls Ireland and Treo Eile Racehorse to Riding Horse Class attracted a record number of entries.  
 
Earlier this year Tattersalls Ireland partnered with Treo Eile to sponsor the Showing Pathway Series 2023. The aim of the series is to identify racehorses which are judged to have transitioned to be suitable riding horses and is open to both raced and unraced Thoroughbreds. The series consists of eight qualifiers, which commenced on Saturday May 20, with the grand finale on Sunday September 3 at the Royal Meath Show. 
 
The torrential rain certainly didn't dampen numbers at the Tattersalls Ireland July Show particularly in the Tattersalls Ireland Treo Eile Showing Pathway Qualifiers on Wednesday, July 19. The Novice Racehorse to Rding Class saw 25 combinations line up under ride judge Mrs Michelle Burgess and confirmation judge The Hon. Mrs. Cavendish, both of whom travelled over from the UK to conduct proceedings.
 
All 25 combinations were required to perform an individual show after the initial go around. Given the numbers in the ring, many of whom are only off the track this year, all combinations performed impeccably. Ring steward and Tattersalls Chairman Edmond Mahony, under instruction from the judges beckoned forward Sofie Walshe and KINSAU as their winner of the novice class. Kinsau is a once raced gelding who has found his niche eventing under Sofie. Taking second place was Anglesey Lodge vet Sarah Gayer on her own Home Farm, a five-time winner from 30 runs when racing in the colours of Chris Jones. Yeomanstown Stud’s Rolline O’Callaghan took third place on her own Dark Angel gelding Dante’s Pass, a two-time winner when running in the colours of his owner/rider. Dual Cheltenham Gold Cup winner Al Boum Photo occupied fourth position on his showing debut for Louise Duffy. 
 
Burgess and Cavendish had fewer to judge but no easier task when twelve competitors entered the arena for Open class. This time all horses were ridden by Burgess and required to strip for the conformation element judged by Cavendish. Burgess seemed to relish the opportunity to ride these ex-racehorses and opened them up for a serious gallop along the long side. Mahoney once again was responsible for pulling forward the winners and Philippa Scott’s Milliner took the top spot much to the delight of her partner, the Lusk trainer Thomas McGrath. Scott’s father, renowned show horse producer Philip Scott was once again beaming to see Milliner standing top of the line as he missed the Racehorse class at this show last year instead deputising in the Riding Horse class which he duly won. Another Gold Cup winner, Sizing John took the runner up spot under Kate Harrington with the RDS qualified Mickah Wallace in third under Stephanie McGlynn. Last year’s RDS Champion and Irish Grand National Winner General Principle took the green rosette in fourth place. 
 
Among the entries on the day were an array of representatives from throughout the industry; pony club, riding club and the racing industry alike. 
 
Partnerships such as Snow Falcon and Emma Connolly who works for Noel Meade Racing, are just an example of the care and affection given to these horses. Emma has looked after Snow Falcon for 10 years throughout his racing career. The duo are now enjoying their new endeavours in the showing ring. 
 
Other long-term partnerships include Seainin Mahon & General Principle, Kate Harrington & Sizing John to mention a few. 
 
 
Follow Treo Eile’s social media channels to follow these horses’ journeys into their new careers.