Listowel Racecourse has won a top award. Photo by Dermot CreanLISTOWEL Racecourse was one of nine winners of the 2026 Irish Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards (ITIEA) which were announced today.
Listowel Racecourse is the winner of the Racecourse Award. Chosen by the Irish Stable Staff Association, this accolade recognises the racecourse’s exceptional commitment.
Based on a quality programme evaluation, all racecourses across Ireland were assessed on various criteria, including the standard of facilities, amenities, and the overall environment provided for the industry’s dedicated workforce.
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The winners will be formally celebrated at an awards ceremony on Tuesday June 2 in the Keadeen Hotel in County Kildare.
These awards recognise the exceptional dedication, skill, and passion of the people who form the backbone of Ireland’s world-renowned thoroughbred racing and breeding sector.
Now in its 10th year of Godolphin sponsorship, the awards have been celebrating a decade of excellence across a range of roles, highlighting the vital contributions made by employees at every level of the industry—from breeding and stud work to racing operations and administration.
