Horse racing is a business but it’s a business that’s also steeped in romance, dreams and the joy of seeing your horse win on the day. Picture: Patrick McCannDerek got into horse racing through his wife Gay, whose family were heavily involved in racing when he met her. Picture: Patrick McCann Racing Post / FacebookTwitterEmailWhatsapp Derek Veitch, daughter Stephanie and Pat Smullen chat after Orangey Red’s win in Fairyhouse. “It’s good physical exercise, it’s good for you mentally and physically, and it’s a good way of life. I like that way of life.”Race Behind the Scenes is an opportunity to look inside the world of horse racing.

Source: Irish Independent September 14, 2020 05:03 UTC