Danoli Wins the 1997 Irish Gold Cup
Leopardstown Racecourse is a premier international racing and entertainment venue, offering world-class horse racing and an unforgettable experience for visitors.
Nestled just six miles south of Dublin city centre, at the foot of the scenic Dublin Mountains, Leopardstown Racecourse offers an exhilarating day out in a stunning natural setting.
Leopardstown Racecourse has been at the heart of Irish horse racing for well over a century, with a legacy that reflects both the evolution of the sport and Ireland’s enduring passion for racing.
The racecourse was established in 1888 by Captain George Quin, who drew inspiration from Sandown Park in England when creating the venue.
From its earliest days, Leopardstown quickly established itself as a key fixture in Ireland’s racing calendar.
In 1967, Leopardstown was acquired by the Horse Racing Board of Ireland (now Horse Racing Ireland), marking a new era of development and investment.
Since then, the racecourse has grown into a flagship venue for Irish racing, hosting many of the sport’s most prestigious meetings and attracting top horses, jockeys, and trainers from around the world.
Leopardstown hosts 23 race days annually, showcasing the very best of Flat and National Hunt racing. It is the only racecourse in Ireland that host both Grade 1 and Group 1 races. The racecourse is celebrated for staging some of Ireland’s most iconic and internationally respected race meetings, including:
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