Grand National

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Intense Raffles Gallops to Victory in the Irish Grand National

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Intense Raffles claimed a thrilling victory at the Fairyhouse Irish Grand National, beating Any Second Now in a heart-stopping finish! 🏇🏆

Intense Raffles, ridden by JJ Slevin, triumphed in a nail-biting race at the Irish Grand National held at Fairyhouse. Defeating the fierce competition of Any Second Now and Minella Cocooner, the 6-year-old horse showcased incredible speed and skill. Despite a minor blunder during the race, Intense Raffles, trained by Meath's Thomas Gibney, maintained a strong lead and secured a well-deserved victory with a timelessly exciting performance.

The intense battle between Intense Raffles and Any Second Now electrified spectators as they raced through mud and obstacles, thrilling the crowd with their fierce determination. The victory marked JJ Slevin's second Irish Grand National win, solidifying his position as a talented jockey with an exceptional bond with his equine partner.

Intense Raffles's historic win has cemented his place in Irish Grand National history, with trainer Thomas Gibney celebrating another prestigious victory. The Fairyhouse Grand National will forever remember the exhilarating showdown between these top contenders, showcasing the epitome of horse racing excellence.

In a historic moment, Meath trainer Tom Gibney celebrated his second Irish Grand National success, a remarkable feat that highlights his exceptional training skills and deep connection with his horses. The intense rivalry between Intense Raffles and Any Second Now will be reminisced for years to come, immortalizing their epic battle in the annals of Irish racing history.

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Intense Raffles storms to Irish Grand National glory (RTE.ie)

JJ Slevin claimed his second Irish Grand National triumph as Intense Raffles held off Any Second Now to triumph at Fairyhouse.

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Intense Raffles wins the Irish Grand National for Meath trainer ... (LMFM)

The 6 year old came in ahead of Ted Walsh's Any Second Now in second and Minella Cocooner in third.

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Intense Raffles gallops through mud to land thrilling Irish Grand ... (The Guardian)

Intense Raffles continued his Fairyhouse love affair to hold off the fast-finishing Any Second Now in a thrilling renewal of the Irish Grand National.

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Intense Raffles just the ticket for JJ Slevin in Irish Grand National (The Irish Times)

Apart from a blunder at the fourth last, the Thomas Gibney-trained grey travelled like a winner for much of the race and the 13-2 second favourite ultimately ...

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Grand National goes to Intense Raffles (Radio Kerry)

Intense Raffles has taken the honours in the Irish Grand National.The 13/2 shot came home ahead of Any Second Now.Minella Cocooner was third and Frontal ...

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Who won the Irish Grand National? The full finishing positions from ... (Irish Mirror)

The Thomas Gibney-trained Intense Raffles was always near the lead and jumped superbly in the hands of JJ Slevin.

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Gibney wins the Raffle at Fairyhouse Grand National | Meath ... (Meath Chronicle)

Trim trainer Tom Gibney was celebrating a second Irish Grand National success this afternoon as he saddled Intense Raffles to claim the big prize at the ...

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Boylesports Irish Grand National report and free video replay ... (Sportinglife.com)

Intense Raffles gave JJ Slevin and Tom Gibney a second win in the Boylesports Irish Grand National at Fairyhouse.

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Patrick Mullins: We'llhavewan to land Irish Grand National honours (Independent.ie)

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Ted Walsh hailed for 'great sporting gesture' after Irish Grand National (Irish Mirror)

The trainer came close to winning Ireland's richest chase for a second time as Any Second Now finished second to Intense Raffles in the 3m5f contest.

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Intense Raffles wins Irish Grand National in cruel twist for injured ... (Mirror.co.uk)

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Money comes in for 'leading Grand National contender' Willie ... (The Irish Sun)

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Mixed emotions for Ted Walsh after his horse finished second in ... (Irish Mirror)

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