Welcome to the ownership section of www.goracing.ie. It is here you will find all you need to know about racehorse ownership in Ireland from prize money and trainer contact details to how to buy a racehorse.
Ireland is a world centre of excellence for all things equestrian and the sport of racing has put us on the map because we compete and win at the highest international level. Irish racehorse owners have celebrated in the world's most famous winner's enclosures from Cheltenham to Ballybrit and from Melbourne to the Curragh .
In recent years the ownership profile has undergone a huge transformation and where syndicate owned horses didn’t even compete, they now win. Multiple ownership such as racing syndicates and clubs have minimised the cost and maximised the fun and social aspect of having a horse in training. If you have ever dreamed of owning a horse, be it alone or with a group of friends, family or colleagues, it is no longer the unattainable preserve of the wealthy few. Horse Racing Ireland are not in the business of the “hard sell” and we will supply realistic estimated costs. We would rather see owners who are fully aware of the ups and downs, the expenses and realities along with the thrilling possibilities of racehorse ownership. We offer impartial, independent, free advice on all aspects of ownership so that current and potential owners are able to make fully informed decisions.
Racehorse Ownership in Ireland 2009
Sole Owner (inc. partners) 3,836
Syndicate 1,189
Company 53
Club 29
Total 5,107*
*The number of active owners (had at least one transaction on their HRI account in 2009).
We hope you find this section of the website useful and informative. Should you decide to become involved in racehorse ownership you can be assured of every assistance from Horse Racing Ireland registrations team. Call 00 353 45 455424 or email info@hri.ie
Click the following link to see the HRI Directives. (Review HRI Directive 13 - for "Terms of Business – Horse Racing Clients").