Feature This winning a race in the Gain series for Paul Flynn at Leopardstown in May© Photo Healy Racing
This year marks the fourth consecutive year of the GAIN The Advantage Series, which has grown into a highly anticipated feature of the Irish Flat season. Nine races were run across different tracks in Ireland, with each race benefiting from a 50 per cent increase in prize money, reinforcing GAIN Equine Nutrition's commitment to supporting all sectors of the racing community.
The highlight of Thursday’s final will be the announcement of the overall winning trainer for the series. With a commanding 15-point lead over second-place contender Sheila Lavery, Paul Flynn is set to claim the top prize—€5,000 worth of GAIN Equine Nutrition products. His remarkable performance throughout the series, securing 3 wins out of 9 races, has positioned him as the standout trainer.
The hard work of grooms will also be celebrated on the day. Each groom who won 'Best Turned Out' in any leg of the series will be entered into a draw to win a luxury stay at the Lyrath Hotel, Kilkenny. Additionally, the breeder of each race-winning horse will be entered into a draw for a chance to win one tonne of GAIN Equine Nutrition products.
Philip Gilligan, Irish Country Manager at GAIN Equine Nutrition, said: "We are delighted to conclude the GAIN The Advantage Series at Naas Racecourse on September 19th. With nine legs, including split races at Leopardstown and Killarney, and a new leg at Down Royal, the series has seen tremendous support from trainers. I would like to congratulate trainer Paul Flynn, who has successfully won the series as the leading trainer with three winners. GAIN Equine Nutrition is proud to recognize the hard work of trainers, breeders, and stable staff, whose dedication keeps this industry thriving. It’s rewarding to give back and celebrate their contributions."
Aidan McGarry, General Manager at Naas Racecourse, commented: “We are looking forward to hosting the finale of the GAIN The Advantage Series on Thursday. We have an exciting card instore which always throws up some promising juveniles. Thank you to GAIN Equine Nutrition for the support and for celebrating the dedication of everyone involved, from trainers, owners and breeders to the hardworking stable staff."
The all-juvenile, seven-race card at Naas on Thursday will feature some exciting two-year-olds making their debut, including Galveston, trained by Aidan O’Brien. The Frankel colt, a 2,000,000gns purchase, will line up in the 6-furlong Irish EBF Maiden.
