From Dawn Run to Hurricane Fly: ten of the best Irish Champion Hurdle winners

Hurricane Fly: the most successful national hunt horse of all timeCredit: Peter Mooney

The Irish Champion Hurdle is a race rich in history with the legendary Dawn Run, Istabraq, Hardy Eustace and Hurricane Fly on the roll of honour. Brian Sheerin examines 10 of the greatest editions of the race ahead of the eagerly anticipated Dublin Racing Festival showpiece.

Hatton's Grace 1950

Not only did Vincent O'Brien manage to win three consecutive Gold Cups with Cottage Rake but he also produced Hatton's Grace to win three Champion Hurdles on the trot as well.

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Published on 25 January 2020inFeatures

Last updated 16:52, 25 January 2020

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