RACING is in mourning after the death of ‘people’s champion’ and legendary racehorse Limestone Lad.
The iconic hurdler has passed at the grand old age of 32 on the rural family farm in Ireland where he spent his whole life.
Limestone Lad, a formidable winning machine, has sadly died aged 32Sportsfile – Subscription
Limestone Lad, who was bred, owned and trained by the Bowe family, famously beat three-time Champion Hurdle superstar Istabraq in an unforgettable Hatton’s Grace Hurdle at Fairyhouse in 1999.
Istabraq, regarded by many as the greatest hurdler ever, was sent off 1-7 but was downed five lengths by his 13-2 conqueror.
Limestone Lad won 35 of his 65 career runs and amassed more than £500,000 in prize money.
Respected ITV pundit Kevin Blake was among the many paying tribute.
He wrote: “Very sad to hear that Limestone Lad has passed away.
“What a magnificent example of what is possible in National Hunt racing he was.
“Bred, owned and trained by a small family operation and campaigned in such a gloriously swashbuckling way. Commiserations to all the Bowe family.”
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