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EQUESTRIAN
The winner of the 2025 Equestrian Award is Dylan Browne McMonagle, Letterkenny
Dylan Browne McMonagle enjoyed a landmark 2025 season, firmly establishing himself among Ireland’s elite jockeys. Dylan was crowned Irish Champion Flat Jockey, riding 95 winners to overtake six-time champion Colin Keane and proudly receive his trophy at the Curragh.
His year was highlighted by a Group 1 victory in the Comer Group International Irish St Leger aboard Al Riffa, a spectacular ride that confirmed his status at the top level of Irish racing. On the international stage, Dylan achieved a career milestone with his first Breeders’ Cup success, winning the Grade 1 Longines Breeders’ Cup in Del Mar, California.
After receiving the Horse Racing Ireland Flat Award, Dylan embarked on a three-month riding stint in Hong Kong in December competing in the Longines Hong Kong Vase. This is Dylan’s sixth Donegal Sports Star Award.
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