Wexford jockey wins the Irish Grand National at Fairyhouse

A Wexford jockey was on board of the winner of the Irish Grand National..

The Irish Grand National, which took place at Fairyhouse at 5pm today, is one of the biggest events on the Irish sporting calendar.

A Wexford man, JJ Slevin, was on board of the winner. Slevin is from Caim in County Wexford and he was a late selection to ride the horse, after Wexford native Daryl Jacob broke his collar-bone just last week.

Speaking to RTE directly after the race, the Wexford man stated:

“Let’s not forget Daryl. He’s watching at home. This will be tough to take for him. I’ve been lucky to pick up the ride, I’m very fortunate. I spoke to Daryl over the week – he was confident that he would win – and he was right,” he said.

He was riding Intense Raffles, a 6-year-old grey horse.