JP McManus says it's 'great honour' to be crowned leading National Hunt owner for 21st time

LIMERICK business man JP McManus has been crowned Champion Owner for the 2023/2024 National Hunt racing season for a remarkable 21st time.

The full roll of honour for the 2023/2024 National Hunt season was confirmed at Punchestown on Saturday afternoon.

Following his success, Champion ownerJP McManus said: “It’s such a great honour to win this title and I feel so lucky. My sincere thanks to all the trainers, jockeys, stable staff and all who contributed so much to my success.

"I have had wonderful days out with my family, grandchildren and friends and the season has given me memories which I will greatly treasure.”

The Champion Trainer accolade for the 2023/2024 National Hunt season was won by Willie Mullins, while the Champion Jockey award went to Jack Kennedy following a thrilling duel with Paul Townend.

The leading Champion Conditional jockey award was won by Danny Gilligan, while Champion Amateur is Patrick Mullins. The Champion Lady Amateur is Jody Townend.

Horse Racing Ireland Chief Executive, Suzanne Eade, said: “It has come down to the final day of the season but we now have our six champions confirmed and many congratulations to JP, Willie, Jack, Danny, Patrick and Jody.

"Jack and Paul served up a thrilling finale to the jockeys’ championship and their tussle certainly added to the excitement of the concluding weeks of the season.

"I recognise that there are many thousands working behind the scenes and away from the limelight, and I thank them so much for their efforts that keeps the show on the road.”