He added: 'At what was a sad time, which it is when any horse under my care passes away, my initial reaction was to get the body removed from where it was positioned. By The Jockey Club, which owns Cheltenham and Aintree racecourses, said: 'Clearly this is totally unacceptable and not reflective of the respect and care that racehorses receive from participants in our sport. It's incomprehensible that someone would behave like this to an animal and show such utter disrespect. On February 28, the story broke about the dead horse photo after it was circulated online that weekend. A close friend said: Kate is outraged. Going on to become a prolific rider, he also worked for Martin Pipe, who trained a record-breaking 4,182 winners, before striking out on his own. The Irish Horseracing Regulatory board, the sports governing body in Ireland, has banned Elliott for 12 months, six of them suspended, after a picture emerged of him sitting on a dead horse. ", On Wednesday, Charlotte changed her Facebook profile picture to her and a horse with the caption: "Team GE. Some of his largest career earnings per race include 561,000 for the Aintree Grand National, which he has won three times including with Tiger Roll. More than one person ? On March 2, 2021, it was revealed that Elliotts Tiger Roll is OUT of the Grand National due to "unfair weight". According to Elliott's website, he rode a total of 46 winners on the racecourse, before "hanging up his riding boots in 2005". Im not making excuses. Going on to become a prolific rider, he also worked for Martin Pipe, who trained a record-breaking 4,182 winners, before striking out on his own. #ImBackingGordon.". so the ihrb dont mind drinking in a bar but tv presenters have to wear stupid masks whilst standing outside. . I went from having everything all these horses, all these wonderful owners to within inches of losing the lot, he says. The word at the yard is that Fil Dor (Triumph Hurdle) and Galvin (Gold Cup), as well as American Mike (Champion Bumper) and Ginto (declared for the two Novice Hurdles), are also worth a flutter. The trainer said he was "co-operating fully" with the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board (IHRB) investigation. I just ended up getting winners and getting successful, he says. An undated photo shared across Twitter in February 2021 shows Gordon Elliott sitting on a horse that had just died of a heart attack after a training run. He declines to be drawn further on this aspect of the scandal. Elliot - who has apologised - said the shocking photo had been taken some time ago after the horse died of an apparent heart attack on the gallops. There's a movie in there somewhere. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. I will serve my time and then build back better, he said last Friday. "Michael OLeary always comes across as someone who loves his horses so this cant end well.". He installed neighbouring trainer Denise Foster as a caretaker manager during his six-month suspension, and watched last years Festival on television. 'We all make mistakes and what is important is that we learn from them and ensure we do not repeat them. Elliot described the pic as a "moment of madness that I am going to have to spend the rest of my life paying for and that my staff are suffering for". Gordon, famously described by a friend as an ordinary man but with nothing ordinary about him, loves to win. We accept Gordon's sincere, profound and unreserved apology and we will continue to support him and his team at Cullentra as they work to recover from this deeply regrettable incident. In its first three races, the horse refused to start but it then dramatically won the 2017 Supreme Novices Hurdle race at Cheltenham with Boylan photographed celebrating the victory and 147,447 (127,000) winners cheque in the parade ring. I'd have liked to have seen her mother's face when she found out. Browse 122 kate harrington stock photos and images available, or start a new search to explore more stock photos and images. Its been said Gordon has had a big fall-out with Labaiks owners because hes refused to train their horses for them, said a well-informed source. The Sun can reveal a row erupted between Kate, 31, and Charlotte, who is in her 20s. According to Elliott's website, he rode a total of 46 winners on the racecourse, before "hanging up his riding boots in 2005". The image was labelled appalling. He added that Elliott's action was "not in keeping with our 15-year experience of his concern for and attention to the welfare of our horses". Irish trainer Gordon Elliott, 42, has been a Grand National-winning trainer three times - first in 2007 with Silver Birch. Hes lucky his girlfriend of three years, racing reporter Kate Harrington, understands the game, because sometimes youre a bit selfish. Above all, the incident has also raised huge concerns about equine welfare within the multi-billion-pound racing industry, particularly given that just a day after the Elliott photo appeared, video footage emerged of jockey Rob James, who won at Cheltenham Festival in 2020 on an Elliott-trained horse, jumping onto another dead horse. Jockey Rob James sits astride another dead horse in footage widely circulated on social media. To help personalise content, tailor your experience and help us improve our services, Betfair uses cookies. According to Elliott's own website, he hung up his riding boots in 2005, got his trainer's licence in 2006 and in 2007 became the youngest ever trainer of a Grand National winner when Silver Birch took first place. 'I appreciate that an initial viewing of this photo suggests it is a callous and staged photo but nothing could be further from the truth,' he said in a statement in which he stated that the horse had died of 'an apparent heart attack' on the gallops. Yesterday, a member of another racehorse training family told me that the photograph had 'blown my mind'. . That's old news driver! The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. At home in Ireland he collected 270,000 for the Irish Grand National with General Principle. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. (Gordon also won in 2007 with Silver Birch.). Last year, they gathered in this immaculate yard as Gordon prepared to face the regulatory board, fearing a permanent ban. The Jockey Club, a commercial organisation that owns many of Britain's top racecourses including Cheltenham and Epsom, said Elliott's actions were not reflective of the respect and care that racehorses receive from participants in our sport. Gordon is a millionaire. The mystery surrounding a sickening photograph of three-time Grand National-winning trainer Gordon Elliott sat astride a dead horse deepened last night amid claims that a drug cartel leaked the image in a bid to ruin him. I cant tell you why or where it came from but it was happening. sludgeand I'll bet you'll be back for another look! He was 29 when his first Grand National entry, the 33 to 1 outsider Silver Birch, won the 2007 race. Even so, there seem to be a few on here that were not aware of the stable bar! That poor horse . 'The worst thing is that so much work has been done to gain the trust of the public in terms of high levels of welfare in horse racing. . That fact that he sat on, disabused and showed total disrespect for a horse who gave his life for him and O'Leary, isn't the problem, apparently. and not known it. FA Cup match stream, latest Shami-Kohli brilliance takes Indians to unlikely win over Australians. Discussed on the other thread this morning, I never looked at that thread tbh, this thread title is more specific. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Trainer Gordon Elliott, celebrates in Cheltenham, 2020, Gordon Elliott has come under intense scrutiny for a pic of him sitting on a dead horse, Samcro, with Shane McCann, walking through a stream during a Gordon Elliott yard visit at Gordon Elliott Racing in Longwood, Co Meath, Ireland, Bookmaker Betfair has ended its long-running association with the County Meath-based trainer, Above - just some of the comments made in response to the shocking pic, Gordon Elliott's statement which was shared on his Twitter account. They [looked after] those horses like kids. I walk round this yard every evening when everyone has gone home. I heard someone wise saying one day, If you can count on two hands your really good friends, youve too many. I thought it was a good saying. Gordon says he didnt sleep for weeks when he thought he might lose the lot last year. Live Preview: Post Malone Announces European 'Twelve Carat 'What a player' Jermaine Beckford waxes lyrical about Leeds Chris Rock will talk about Will Smith's Oscars slap in his live Netflix special, Minister rejects claim Matt Hancock ignored advice on Covid testing. He's had that bar for ages TV, just as many trainers do. The charity PETA said that the racing industry viewed animals 'not as sentient beings but as wind-up toys'. That is what they are saying. Cant imagine any trainer doing this to animals they care for and work with? According to sources, the feud rumbled along until last week when the photograph taken in 2019 of Elliott sitting on the body of Morgan was leaked. I just hope people can understand how truly sorry I am and find some way to forgive me for what I have done. The 62-year-old added: 'It just hit the bottom of my stomach. Have a look at Charlotte Crozier's FB page, you wouldn't kick her out of bed either! I wont let anyone damage my reputation and business with lies and innuendo. The three-time Grand National-winning trainer has. Even though his current net worth is unknown, his total earnings were reported as being about 18,360,000 (16m) as of 2019, according to The Irish Sun. 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For other inquiries Contact Us. remember her two years back at those RTV Cheltenham shows wiv the wine taster et al when she was knocking back fruit flavoured ciders whilst openly admitting she didnt hav a boyfriend - you had to see the segment to get connection but im amazed that Gordon got his hands on her - or that otha one for that matter - money deffo talks eh, remember her two years back at those RTV Cheltenham shows wiv the wine taster et al when she was knocking back fruit flavoured ciders whilst openly admitting she didnt hav a boyfriend - you had to see the segment to get connection but im amazed that. When approached by The Sun and the altercation was put to her, Charlotte said: "That's not true. The shocking photograph, taken in 2019, which emerged of Gordon Elliott sitting on a horse that had collapsed and died on his gallops As the image went viral and was viewed by millions around. Who put the hilarious , caption on ?Who posted the picture ? 18:03 EST 13 Mar 2022 Talk continues to spread that Elliott put on a Valentines Day party at his County Meath stables and that Harrington was involved in an altercation with another woman present at the event. Yes, he put his hand up and expressed his profound regret but he couldnt defend the indefensible. In a statement released by the Ryanair press office yesterday, the budget airline tycoon said: 'We accept that this photograph was a grievous but momentary lapse of judgment by Gordon, and not in keeping with our experience of his concern for, and attention to, the welfare of our horses. GIANT WINPunter just one win away from 1.7m but still bags 205,000 from 'goliath' bet, BONUS BETSCheltenham Festival: Get 40 in free bets ahead of racing showpiece week, HOUSE OF ELLIOTTNet worth and personal life of racehorse trainer Gordon Elliott, 'JOKE'Gordon Elliott deletes line of statement announcing new trainer amid backlash, TEMPLEGATE'S TIPSBryony Frost can steer Templegate's Nap home at Huntingdon, "Gordon's facing so many problems. He has trained 32 winners at the prestigious Cheltenham Festival, where he has been the top trainer twice. It said: "The anger and upset across racing says it all.". I think everybody in racing I know hoped it was fake, and then there was a slow realisation that it's not fake. Elliott, 43, will not confirm that he and Kate are still together or whether he would like her alongside during his suspension. Theyre closing ranks around him but theres a feeling in the wider industry that its too late.. I wear my heart on my sleeve, he admits. The authority said it was "appalled by the image". There was a discussion between them.. People were walking around the yard this week in tears. as im sure was the case with gordon. Elliott, 43, hosted the party where the row erupted a week before a horrific photo of him sat on a dead horse was leaked. The Sun can reveal a row erupted between Kate, 31, and Charlotte, who is in her 20s. I have caused embarrassment to my employers, my family and most importantly the sport I love. I could see a horse gallop and say, Hes had enough, take him home or He needs more. I love it. How many convictions is enough to keep someone off the streets btw? Borg Street, St. Julians SPK1000 Malta, is licensed and regulated by theMalta Gaming Authorityunder Licence Number MGA/CRP/131/2006 (issued on 01 August 2018). Then I keep walking to the gallop. I probably didnt even realise, to be honest. It has been reported (on social media) that he sustained a cut to a leg and was put down, which wasnt true. Hearing a shout from one of my team, I gestured to wait until I was finished. The comments below have not been moderated. The Owners Room is still out there but I had to shut it down because these things kept circulating. #ImBackingGordon.". The events of the past week mark another extraordinary chapter in Elliotts life, which has taken the son of a car mechanic from a small Irish village near Dublin to the winners enclosure of the worlds greatest steeplechase three times. "Gordon's facing so many problems. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Her days are mostly 8am-5pm and, like many yard staff, she is happy to be part of the wallpaper, even during the. Very little is known about Gordon Elliott's personal life. Published: 01:56 GMT, 7 March 2021 | Updated: 08:05 GMT, 7 March 2021. This row erupted before everything kicked off. THE partner of disgraced racehorse trainer Gordon Elliott allegedly had a furious row with one of his riders. Eont, to be fair Ecclestone is a dwarf as well so would only be able to stack the bottom shelf! mail on line sunday all in the public domainThe mystery surrounding a sickening photograph of three-time Grand National-winning trainer Gordon Elliott sat astride a dead horse deepened last night amid claims that a drug cartel leaked the image in a b He could not even pull his own if he stacked shelves in Tesco. Elise Allen, the charity's UK director, added: 'The true outrage is that fit, healthy horses are dying during training and on racetracks in the first place.'. Th. The Garda [police] came to investigate. James (fourth right, centre) seen celebrating winning Riders Handicap Chase at Cheltenham, On Sunday, Elliott said he sat on the horse 'without thinking' and was 'gesturing to wait'. Eight-time champion jump jockey Peter Scudamore said the photo was 'an act of crass stupidity'. An image showing Irish trainer Gordon Elliott sat on a dead horse appeared and was widely circulated, leading to a serious investigation followed by a grovelling apology from Elliott. Shortly afterwards, detectives swooped to seize Boylans financial documents, computers, a 30,000 Mercedes Benz E Class and a small quantity of drugs. PPB Counterparty Services Limited, Betfair Casino Limited and PPB Entertainment Limited are licensed and regulated in Great Britain by the Gambling Commission under account numbers39439,39435and39426. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. View our online Press Pack. A source said: "It was a row, a verbal altercation. A leading stud has already stated that it is withdrawing all eight of its horses from the trainer's world-class Cullentra House Stables in County Meath in Ireland. Prince Harry 'hated woke nonsense' and 'made jokes we are no longer allowed to make' before meeting Meghan, Charles felt he had to act as king rather than as a father: REBECCA ENGLISH reveals why Charles backed moves Don't just stick to the Malbec! Hes also lucky I just ended up getting winners. And hes really lucky to have a close bunch of friends I trust. then when he realised he put things right. That fact that he sat on, disabused and showed total disrespect for a horse who gave his life for him and O'Leary, isn't the problem, apparently. That said, he is up and out into the yard. THE partner of disgraced racehorse trainer Gordon Elliott allegedly had a furious row with one of his riders. . In the picture, a seemingly grinning Elliott, 44, is holding his mobile phone to his ear with one hand and apparently making a V-sign with the other. The surfacing of the 2019 photograph put paid to that. After confirming the image was genuine, Elliot apologised for "any offence caused". Some of his largest career earnings per race include 561,000 for the Aintree Grand National, which he has won three times including with Tiger Roll. He said the committee was satisfied the publication of the photo was part of a concerted attack on Mr Elliott whose horses receive unrivalled care, attention and affection. TV presenter Kate Harrington had a slanging match in front of shocked onlookers with British blonde Charlotte Crozier at a makeshift bar on the site of Elliott's stables near Dublin in Ireland. yeh beats taking mrs harrington down to the foodbank. However people have to remember that all this stuff(and the rest that may come out) is strictly nothing to do with what the hearing was for so Animal welfare really have no business using it. The Mandalorian Season 3 Cast: Meet the New and Returning Star ITV Lorraine: Lorraine Kelly butchers pronunciation of 'Dydd Gwyl BAN vs ENG ODI & T20: Bangladesh vs EnglandFull schedule date Sheffield United vs Tottenham LIVE! I think that Animal Welfare would tell you that they can use whatever they like in their quest to get GE banned for life! Despite releasing a statement saying that they would 'await the official outcome of the investigation by the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board', Cheveley Park Stud in Newmarket in Cambridgeshire announced on Monday that they were moving their eight horses from Cullentra House to other trainers. That couldn't be further from the truth.". Elliott is not married, but is in a relationship with Kate Harrington, the daughter of Gold Cup-winning trainer Jessica Harrington. For other inquiries, Contact Us. We've been touching on that here for three weeks. After Elliott guided the horse to his first victory, its owner Ryanair boss Michael OLeary astonished passengers on board a flight by handing out free drinks to celebrate the win. More info. "People were stunned to hear it. The BHA. The picture shows him holding a mobile phone while making a peace sign . 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