'It's just a magical place and I love it' - Ado McGuinness rescues racegoers on the beach yet again

Horses being led into the stalls at LaytownCredit: David Fitzgerald

Ado McGuinness spends so much time on the beach these days that he could be mistaken for a lifeguard.

Okay, like myself, the washboard stomach might not be quite up to scratch, but he has certainly made a habit of rescuing racegoers at Laytown in recent years.

Last year the meeting began with a 20-1 shock, but McGuinness added a bit of decorum to proceedings by sending out winners at 7-4 and 5-2.

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David JenningsDeputy Ireland editor

Published on 12 September 2023inIreland

Last updated 19:44, 12 September 2023

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