Michael O'Leary made headlines last year after delaying his Ryanair flight home to accommodate the winning jockey, Davy Russell, after Tiger Roll's maiden victory in the iconic steeplechase. Michael O'Leary made headlines last year after delaying his Ryanair flight home to accommodate the winning jockey, Davy Russell, after Tiger Roll's maiden victory in the iconic steeplechase. WATCH: Michael O'Leary toasts Tiger Roll's second Grand National win by buying two drinks for all on flight homeTo make up for the inconvenience, the victorious owner and businessman announcing a free bar but in true Ryanair style, there was a kicker as he added "but you are all restricted to one free drink only." And a second win meant an added bonus for those on board this year. he told the passengers to laughter and cheers, with each drink matching Tiger Roll’s tally of Grand National wins.

Source: Irish Independent April 06, 2019 21:11 UTC