Racing

Cheltenham: Mullins empire strikes back with stunning four-timer

Ruby Walsh becomes first jockey to win four races on one day at festival

Jockey Ruby Walsh and trainer Willie Mullins celebrate receiving trophies after winning the Trull House Stud Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle on Let’s Dance to complete a four-timer on day three of the Cheltenham Festival. Photograph: David Davies/PA Wire
Jockey Ruby Walsh and trainer Willie Mullins celebrate receiving trophies after winning the Trull House Stud Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle on Let’s Dance to complete a four-timer on day three of the Cheltenham Festival. Photograph: David Davies/PA Wire
Brian O'Connor
Thu Mar 16 2017 - 18:36

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Brian O'Connor

Brian O'Connor

Brian O'Connor is the racing correspondent of The Irish Times. He also writes the Tipping Point column