Toni

[Racing Post @RacingPost]

Paul Townend on the passing of Galopin Des Champs

🗣️ "He was a horse of a lifetime, a superstar nobody will forget and I certainly won't. As sad as today is, we can't lose sight of the fact of just how lucky we were to be on the amazing journey with him over the last few years. It was magic.

"Only last week when it was announced that he was retired, you could see all the tributes pouring in for him and how much he meant to the public. He was loved by everyone.

"I'll never forget for as long as I live the roar from the stands when he jumped the last ditch at Leopardstown the last time he won the Irish Gold Cup a few years ago. It's a long way from there to the stands but it was so loud when he landed. I have never heard anything like that before.

"Then, when he came back into the parade ring afterwards, the reception he got was unreal. You don't see that too often. The place went nuts.

"The best thing about Galopin was that he was such a gentleman. Honest to God, you wouldn't even have to put a bridle on him to ride him in the latter years he was so well behaved, especially around Leopardstown. He loved it there.

"He was a proper gentleman of a horse in every way. He really matured as he got older. He was obviously quite exuberant in the early days but he became so accurate and assured as he went on and he was an absolutely pleasure to ride. I feel so privileged to be the one who got to ride him and I owe him so much."

[Michael Harris @mjyharris]

Estrange.

Happy retirement.

One of those fillies that you really take to as soon as you see her. She has a magical connection with her lass Charlotte and when an animal doesn’t have the control of their lives that we do their dependency on someone who loves and cares for them is so important for their happiness and their security.

[Toni @antonialowegarc]

@mjyharris What a Mare! 💖

[Toni @antonialowegarc]

@mjyharris EPIC! ⭐️

[At The Races @AtTheRaces]

Altior 🖤💚

Lovely to see the champ in rude health at @mickfitzg's this morning...

[Michael Harris @mjyharris]

Oh…..and State Man has retired today too. He is probably one of the sweetest, loveliest horses I can remember photographing at the testing area at Cheltenham, endorsed by the BHA staff. Just look at that first photo. You really do take him to heart. There is such sincerity in his look. And such trust placed in his groom. And such contentment in his face. It is great to see how much care and love Rachel ‘Scoop’ Robins gives him and how he responds so favourably. Happy retirement State Man and thank you x

[Toni @antonialowegarc]

@mjyharris What a Horse! 💙💙💙💙

[Darley in Europe @DarleyEurope]

Night Of Thunder has now sired 5⃣ G1 winners in 2026, more than any other stallion in the world 💪
🥇 Bow Echo
🥇 Estrange
🥇 Ombudsman
🥇 Portfolio Duration
🥇 Ten Bob Tony

[Michael Harris @mjyharris]

Sometimes you just see the ‘look’. Despite the clutter of this photo Ombudsman in the winner’s enclosure is totally relaxed, soon after winning the Brigadier Gerard. He looks a very honest horse who appears trusting and emotionally open.

[Lewis Capaldi @LewisCapaldi]

it's been a while...

https://t.co/rPInnyTuBr

[David Steel @SteelySeabirder]

This had the heart racing. Caught a Melanistic Dunnock a few minutes ago on the Isle of May. Now safely ringed and released

[My Racing Tips @myracingtips]

What a run by the old boy Edwardstone to win a Grade 1 at the age of 12 ⭐️

Surely, the perfect moment to call time on a fantastic career 🤞

[Michael Harris @mjyharris]

Jonbon sunbathing at Sandown following his withdrawal.

[Premier League @premierleague]

🧏‍♂️

[Shark Hanlon Racing @jhanlonracing]

Happy 11th Birthday Hewick 🥳

[Sir Kenny Dalglish @kennethdalglish]

Never forgotten. Remembering the 97 and all those affected by the Hillsborough disaster on the 37th anniversary. You are in our thoughts today and always.

You'll Never Walk Alone. ♥️

From Kenny, Marina, Kelly, Paul, Lynsey and Lauren.

[Hughie Morrison Racing @Summerdown1997]

What a sight! 😍

SECRET SQUIRREL taking in the views at Summerdown! 🤩

[Kate Tracey @KateTracey12]

Really pleased Quai De Bourbon is home safe & doing well♥️

I’ve had a lot of people asking, so wanted to share this update

This was him this morning- bright, moving well & enjoying himself in the field

Huge thanks to his groom @Georgiafc17 for the update & allowing me to share

[Richard Johnson @dickyjohnson77]

⭐️ Richard Johnson Racing ⭐️

An amazing day yesterday with IMPERIAL SAINT 🐎 running in the @AintreeRaces Grand National
He ran and jumped so well giving us a brilliant time watching 👌🏼

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[Michael Harris @mjyharris]

Something’s caught their eye.

Lulamba and Jaydon.