'We're meant to stand apart from the story but it was a phenomenal achievement'

Aisling Crowe with her selection box of significant sales ring moments from 2022

Aisling for once on the other side of the rostrumCredit: Sarah Farnsworth

1. Dreeling family

Over the last few years at the sales, I've found myself at the boxes - at Tattersalls Ireland in particular - that have been allocated to Coole House Farm, especially when they have sold relations to Altior.

Mark Dreeling, Barbara Fonzo, their daughters Megan and Julia and her partner Damien, along with Annie O'Rourke, had always been friendly, and happy to chat and accommodate photo and video requests.

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Published on 18 December 2022inFeatures

Last updated 15:54, 18 December 2022

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