Many of the world's top stallions are set to be showcased during the Irish Thoroughbred Marketing (ITM) Irish Stallion Trail, taking place next Friday and Saturday, January 16 and 17.
Following another stellar year for Irish sires on the global stage in 2025, the trail offers breeders, racing professionals, and fans a unique chance to see these equine champions in person at over 35 leading stallion farms across 12 counties.
The ITM Irish Stallion Trail is a free event, open to all. Visitors can simply register for the studs they wish to visit via www.itm.ie/stalliontrail and are free to explore within the advertised opening hours. Due to high demand, those wishing to visit Coolmore Stud must register for a specific date and time slot.
ITM CEO Charles O'Neill, said, “Irish stallions again and again deliver on the global stage and have dominated all the European Classics and major international races. This year, Ireland's stallion roster looks to be stronger than ever, featuring proven producers, emerging stars, and exciting new additions to suit every breeder and budget. The ITM Irish Stallion Trail is always a highlight of the year for the industry and we're grateful to all participating farms for such unique access. We look forward to welcoming everyone on the trail and celebrating Ireland's world-class breeding tradition.”
The popular Mark O'Hanlon Memorial Quiz will also be held to coincide with the ITM Irish Stallion Trail. The team-based, racing-themed quiz is free to enter and will take place at 9pm on Friday 16 January at The Lord Bagenal Inn in Leighlinbridge, Co Carlow. The winners will take home the Perpetual Mark O'Hanlon Cup. The quiz is held in memory of Mark O'Hanlon, a former member of the ITM team.
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