At that stage, if Id gone down to 20 or 30 horses, I was preparing myself for it. "Biggest mystery is how the hell did Gordon pull the lovely Kate" indeed it seems nowadays the main requirements for a chap now is a shaven head with plenty of tatoos and a six pack. Mystery remains why the photograph, which was taken in 2019, has been produced now, and by whom. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. They [looked after] those horses like kids. Certainly no one could have anticipated that the BoyleSports Beginners Chase on June 19, 2019, would be the talented young gelding's last race. Welcome to Live View Take the tour to learn more, mail on line sunday all in the public domain. The image was labelled appalling. He began his career as an amateur jockey after leaving school at 15. 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. Kate provides expert inside knowledge, having grown up with horses, representing Ireland in three-day eventing at pony, junior and young rider levels. "He appeared to have recovered from contracting Covid-19 over the festive period and a blip in the form of his runners. "Michael OLeary always comes across as someone who loves his horses so this cant end well.". The charity PETA said that the racing industry viewed animals 'not as sentient beings but as wind-up toys'. The three-time Grand National-winning trainer has apologised 'profoundly' for the image which was taken in 2019. But Elliott, who hails from County Meath, did not come from a racing family like many leading trainers. 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. He was vilified by animal-rights activists, many of whom called for him to be banned for life. Sorry and a beard doesn't seem to go amiss either. Cant imagine any trainer doing this to animals they care for and work with? 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. By navigating our site, you agree to allow us to use cookies, in accordance with our 8,202 Followers, 1,811 Following, 307 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Kate Harrington (@kate.harrington89) View our online Press Pack. then when he realised he put things right. Pep Guardiola warns Man City stars will be AXED if they believe Prem title has already been won despite 12 point lead, Derek Chisora slams standard of British boxing judges and 'shambles' scorecards after latest farce at Matchroom show, UFC star Jon Jones hits back at Daniel Cormier after rival claimed he isn't powerful enough to KO anyone at heavyweight. Galloping down the home straight, seven-year-old Morgan was just six-and-a-half lengths behind the winning horse when he crossed the finishing line in fourth place. "Sports reputation in tatters two weeks before the biggest week of the year [Cheltenham Festival, March 16-19]. ", On Wednesday, Charlotte changed her Facebook profile picture to her and a horse with the caption: "Team GE. . The video doing the rounds at the time of 'Kategate' of the bar has been questioned as to the time it was taken. 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". Whose legs are in the top left of the picture. Particularly Kate's 'stomach bug' as why she couldn't work on RUK. Last year, they gathered in this immaculate yard as Gordon prepared to face the regulatory board, fearing a permanent ban. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. I am just re-stating the facts. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. "People were stunned to hear it. Three-time Grand National-winning trainer Gordon Elliott knows full well hes been blessed with the luck of the Irish. 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. . To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Is Kate Harrington dating Gordon Elliott? RACING reporter Kate Harrington has vowed that she and disgraced trainer Gordon Elliott will stick together through the storm. Elliott has since been banned for 12 months, with the final six months suspended. Given his huge success in such a highly competitive sport, speculation is rife within the industry that the release of the photograph of him sitting on Morgan just two weeks before the Cheltenham Gold Cup and barely a month before the Grand National was a deliberate ploy by 'persons unknown' to cause maximum damage to Elliott. It's been the talk of the racing world ever since. "Ms Harrington, a presenter on Racing TV, declined to comment on the claims, but said: The last week has been tough for Gordon but I was proud to support him "At least we're clear where Racing TV stands on the issue. People think racing has to be like royalty and la-di-dah. For while 43-year-old Elliott is being publicly vilified for what he describes as 'a moment of madness', the hugely successful trainer is receiving support from a most unlikely quarter the dead animals's owner. The three-time Grand National-winning. Apparently Tiger Roll's ex stable lass came looking for her job back after walking away, was told no, and the photo was up that evening. The Sun can reveal a row erupted between Kate, 31, and Charlotte, who is in her 20s. 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. September 5, 2019. 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News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. 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. Industry insiders fear that both incidents have caused untold damage to racing's already fragile reputation. "He appeared to have recovered from contracting Covid-19 over the festive period and a blip in the form of his runners. The three-time Grand National-winning trainer has apologised 'profoundly' for the image, which was taken in 2019. Minister of State for Sport Jack Chambers does not want to see Gordon Elliott at Cheltenham after dead horse photo shame, Ireland captain Johnny Sexton signs one-year extension with the IRFU, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). . Elliott was more recently romantically linked with Kate Harrington the daughter of Gold Cup-winning trainer Jessica and her. During the four years that Morgan was owned by Michael O'Leary, he earned 61,162 for his billionaire owner a mere fraction of what it cost to buy and to train him. The image shows him in a pose,. Concerns have been rife for years about the ill-treatment of animals, particularly during events such as the Grand National where a white tent, erected so that injured horses can be put to death out of sight of the crowds, has become a sinister sight in recent years. Owners removed some of the best horses in the world from his yard. ', Elliott's stock has soared thanks to Tiger Roll's successive victories in the Grand National. Very little is known about Gordon Elliott's personal life. Gordon Elliott (born 2 March 1978) is a County Meath -based National Hunt racehorse trainer. My phone rang and I sat on him. The trainer said he was "co-operating fully" with the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board (IHRB) investigation. Kate and Gordon are very much girlfriend and boyfriend. 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. Amid a storm of controversy that continues to grow apace, that appalling image has sparked widespread condemnation in the racing world, and three-time Grand National winning Elliott has been banned from racing in Britain by the British Horseracing Authority while regulatory authorities in Ireland investigate the incident. pic.twitter.com/Bl1V0VU6Dw. Gordon was beside himself and friends had real concern about his mental state and what he might do. Elliott, 43, hosted the party where the row erupted a week before a horrific photo of him sat on a dead horse was leaked. When do the clocks change in 2023? 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.'. 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! Moment fitness influencer asks man to move off park bench 'because he's 'ruining her livestream' - but Mortgage demand plummets to a 28-year low as average interest rates hit 6.71% - just as spring home buying Britain braces for brutal -9C Arctic snap: Met Office warns more snow and ice could lash the country next ISIS fanatic jailed over the gruesome beheading of two Scandinavian women hikers in Morocco that shocked the Do not sell or share my personal information. When he realised in his mid-20s that, even after 46 wins, he wasnt good enough to be top class, he took out his trainers licence. When he first saw it, he says my heart nearly fell out of my trousers. 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. After the turmoil of the past year, the yard is expected to add to its roll call of wins this week: the Cheltenham Gold Cup in 2016 and 32 other wins at the Festival along with those three Grand National triumphs and two at Royal Ascot. we know enough from the malevolent release of the photograph, the videos, the text messages, and the countless stories seeping from Cullentra that the culture was not righthttps://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/look-beyond-elliotts-callous-pose. I have caused embarrassment to my employers, my family and most importantly the sport I love. The theory of a co-ordinated attack on Elliott gained traction when footage also emerged of the trainer and friends enjoying drinking sessions at his yard. It's been the talk of the racing world ever since. Yesterday was sad because it was a year since I had my hearing but today its a year and a day and its sunny.. Elliott, 43, hosted the party where the row erupted a week before a horrific photo of him sat on a dead horse 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. You look down over the place and you appreciate everything you have.. I wont let anyone damage my reputation and business with lies and innuendo. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Whoever released it clearly intended to hurt Elliott, who is likely to have made enemies during his meteoric rise to the top. Id never be shameful to a horse, the trainer tells me. He said: "Whether alive or dead, the horse was entitled to dignity.". Gordon is a millionaire. George the author of the Times article David Walsh seems a poor judge of character !David Walsh apologises for remarks about fellow journalist in sex crimes casePosted on: October 24th, 2017David Walsh apology for remarks about Tom HumphriesWell know, Elliott photo and the reason why it was leaked stunning revelations wow. By He added: "It's a scary place to be. no wonder they are all on social media/MSM saying its a great place to work .sounds more like an 18 to 30 holiday than a place of work. Gordon Elliott last night apologised for a photo of him sitting on a dead horse which circulated on social media. He was 29 when his first Grand National entry, the 33 to 1 outsider Silver Birch, won the 2007 race. People were walking around the yard this week in tears. 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. Shortly afterwards, detectives swooped to seize Boylans financial documents, computers, a 30,000 Mercedes Benz E Class and a small quantity of drugs. 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. Offiah touches down in Roscommon to secure Ger Lyons's 1,000th winner Trainer reaches landmark figure 27 years on from his first winner at Navan. He is none other than Ryanair's flamboyant chief executive Michael O'Leary. RACING reporter Kate Harrington has vowed that she and disgraced trainer Gordon Elliott will stick together . Kate Harrington has vowed to stand by boyfriend Gordon Elliott during his horse photo scandal and a rumoured row on Valentine's Day Credit: Rex Features 3 Elliott has been banned and. 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