Irish jump racing legend Edward O'Grady passes away at 75

Edward O'Grady, a prominent figure in Irish jump racing, passed away at the age of 75. He was a successful jumps trainer based in Ballynonty, County Tipperary. O'Grady was the champion jumps trainer in Ireland for four consecutive seasons between 1977 and 1980. He experienced a resurgence in the mid-1990s with horses like Sound Man and Ventana Canyon.

O'Grady was known for his success at the Cheltenham Festival, with 18 winners to his name before the emergence of other top trainers. He had notable victories with horses like Mr Midland and Sky's The Limit. He played a significant role in the rise of JP McManus as a leading owner.

O'Grady's career included memorable wins with horses like Golden Cygnet, Sound Man, and Back in Front. He also had success at the Galway Races, winning multiple Galway Plates and Hurdles. His final Grade 1 winner was Cash And Go in 2011.

O'Grady's legacy includes training talented horses like Ned Kelly and Nick Dundee. His last runner was Sovereign Banter, and his final winner was Our Soldier earlier this month.

According to the source: Racing Post.