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Scottish Sun
17-07-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Legendary trainer Henry de Bromhead snaps up 17-year-old jockey in bid to fill void left by Rachael Blackmore
He looks destined for big things in the saddle CON JOB Legendary trainer Henry de Bromhead snaps up 17-year-old jockey in bid to fill void left by Rachael Blackmore Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LEGENDARY trainer Henry de Bromhead has snapped up a 17-year-old jockey - as he looks to fill the void at his yard left by Rachael Blackmore. The trailblazing Grand National winner announced her shock retirement aged 35 in May this year. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Rachael Blackmore has left a huge void at Henry de Bromhead's yard - but he is attempting to fill it with hugely promising 17-year-old jockey Conor Cusack Credit: Sportsfile It ended an amazing and emotional partnership with De Bromhead that saw them win the world's most famous race plus the Gold Cup. The timing of Blackmore's retirement meant Irish handler De Bromhead had some time to bolster his jockey ranks. And while it seems the brilliant Darragh O'Keeffe will be his No1 for the new jumps season, De Bromhead has moved quickly to sign another rider who could flourish on the Flat. Step forward Conor Cusack - who already has a close bond with the Waterford handler. Cusack has banged in a quickfire double for De Bromhead this month - winning twice from two rides. He showed superior skill in the saddle to time 9-4 Stepdance's win just right at Limerick last Saturday. While at Killarney on Monday he was never for catching on six-length stunner Catena Zapata in a mile contest. De Bromhead has shown himself a top notch dual purpose trainer in recent years. He won the Ascot Stakes at last month's Royal Ascot with Ascending and last year bagged a £300,000 cheque with Magical Zoe's win in the Ebor. Cusack's rapid rise through the ranks suggests he could be the man for the future. And how fitting that would be, given he was friends with De Bromhead's late son Jack. Racing was plunged into mourning when Jack died aged 13 in September 2022. Cusack dedicated his recent wins to Jack and thanked Henry for the chance to show what he can do. The jockey, who was lifted off his feet by several women in celebration at Killarney, said: "Hopefully things keep going and a massive thanks to Henry who has trusted me with two nice horses. "I'm light enough so hope to stay at this game - I'm not too fond of the table! "It's a great feeling. "I was supposed to be out in Spain on holidays but the availability came up to ride this one so I said I'd book a flight home early. "Thank God it's worked out!" FREE BETS - GET THE BEST SIGN UP DEALS AND RACING OFFERS Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. You should be aware brands pay fees to appear in the highest placements on the page. 18+. T&Cs apply. Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chases their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – Gamble Aware – Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.
Irish Examiner
17-06-2025
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
Henry de Bromhead claims first Royal Ascot success with Ascending
Henry de Bromhead claimed his first Royal Ascot success on Tuesday as Ascending ran out a surprise winner of the Ascot Stakes. The 20-1 shot knuckled down under Billy Lee in the concluding stages of the two-and-a-half-mile contest to beat Nurburgring, with the latter's trainer Joseph O'Brien also saddling the third and fourth home in Comfort Zone and Leinster. An elated De Bromhead explained the Ascot Stakes was not even his first choice. "I'm delighted. I wanted to go for the mile and six (Copper Horse Stakes), I thought he had a great chance but he didn't get in so we ran in this one and now we've won - happy days," said De Bromhead. Read More Field Of Gold turns on style at Royal Ascot "He's just a star. He was bought to go hurdling and he ran very well over hurdles but he never really loved it, so we said we'd go back on the Flat. "I think we'll stay on the Flat, he seems to love it so I think we should. "Billy opted to go out and get a bit of light, the horse travelled beautifully and he gave him a super ride. He knew he had a kick so he used the kick a bit earlier than he had planned. "It's amazing to win any of these races, we're fortunate enough to train good horses. We're very lucky." Winning jockey Lee said: "He jumped a fraction steady and I was a bit further back than I wanted to be but we got a good trip throughout, and then we took off. I thought he'd stay and go close and he had that kick at the two-furlong pole. 'I was confident that he'd get the trip but I probably lit him up a bit soon but then I probably nicked a few lengths. 'Henry had him spot on for today. It's just great to be here and to get a winner is extra special."
North Wales Chronicle
14-06-2025
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
Colin Keane weaves magic on first Sandown ride
Trained by Grand National and Gold Cup-winning Henry de Bromhead, the Earthlight filly had rattled the crossbar in two efforts so far this term and at one stage looked she could be an unlucky loser once again as her rider searched for an opening aboard his powerfully-travelling mount. However, Keane got the 5-2 second favourite out and motoring just in time to hit the line just in front of Clive Cox's Hold A Dream, with a photo required to determine the short head verdict in the Listed event. By a NOSTRIL! 👃 Town And Country gets up to pinch the BetMGM Scurry Stakes on the line 🥇 #ITVRacing | @ctkjockey | @HenrydeBromhead — ITV Racing (@itvracing) June 14, 2025 The win extends the six-time Irish champion's stellar week since being appointed Juddmonte's retained rider and as he is set to be a more regular sight on British soil, it was a fine way to get accustomed to Esher. Keane told Racing TV: 'She was keen and Billy Lee told me she could be but I didn't think she would be that bad and she ended up bringing me into a couple of pockets. 'To be fair to her she only got out in the last half furlong and she has done well to win. I think over here when she gets used to proper sprinting it will suit her and the quicker they go the better as she will relax and we'll see the best of her. 'I would have thought she could go on to run well in Group company.'
Rhyl Journal
14-06-2025
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
Colin Keane weaves magic on first Sandown ride
Trained by Grand National and Gold Cup-winning Henry de Bromhead, the Earthlight filly had rattled the crossbar in two efforts so far this term and at one stage looked she could be an unlucky loser once again as her rider searched for an opening aboard his powerfully-travelling mount. However, Keane got the 5-2 second favourite out and motoring just in time to hit the line just in front of Clive Cox's Hold A Dream, with a photo required to determine the short head verdict in the Listed event. By a NOSTRIL! 👃 Town And Country gets up to pinch the BetMGM Scurry Stakes on the line 🥇 #ITVRacing | @ctkjockey | @HenrydeBromhead — ITV Racing (@itvracing) June 14, 2025 The win extends the six-time Irish champion's stellar week since being appointed Juddmonte's retained rider and as he is set to be a more regular sight on British soil, it was a fine way to get accustomed to Esher. Keane told Racing TV: 'She was keen and Billy Lee told me she could be but I didn't think she would be that bad and she ended up bringing me into a couple of pockets. 'To be fair to her she only got out in the last half furlong and she has done well to win. I think over here when she gets used to proper sprinting it will suit her and the quicker they go the better as she will relax and we'll see the best of her. 'I would have thought she could go on to run well in Group company.'
South Wales Guardian
14-06-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
Colin Keane weaves magic on first Sandown ride
Trained by Grand National and Gold Cup-winning Henry de Bromhead, the Earthlight filly had rattled the crossbar in two efforts so far this term and at one stage looked she could be an unlucky loser once again as her rider searched for an opening aboard his powerfully-travelling mount. However, Keane got the 5-2 second favourite out and motoring just in time to hit the line just in front of Clive Cox's Hold A Dream, with a photo required to determine the short head verdict in the Listed event. By a NOSTRIL! 👃 Town And Country gets up to pinch the BetMGM Scurry Stakes on the line 🥇 #ITVRacing | @ctkjockey | @HenrydeBromhead — ITV Racing (@itvracing) June 14, 2025 The win extends the six-time Irish champion's stellar week since being appointed Juddmonte's retained rider and as he is set to be a more regular sight on British soil, it was a fine way to get accustomed to Esher. Keane told Racing TV: 'She was keen and Billy Lee told me she could be but I didn't think she would be that bad and she ended up bringing me into a couple of pockets. 'To be fair to her she only got out in the last half furlong and she has done well to win. I think over here when she gets used to proper sprinting it will suit her and the quicker they go the better as she will relax and we'll see the best of her. 'I would have thought she could go on to run well in Group company.'
