Tiger Roll: The People's Horse

Episode 1: A Star is Born

Tiger Roll: The People's Horse

Show Notes

In March 2010, a foal is born. Growing up on a lake shore farm in Ireland, with his mother and the man who bred him, his whole world changed when he was sold at 8 months old - to begin his journey into the world of horse racing. (Ep1/7)

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Mar 3, 2022

Bonus: Michael O'Leary officially announced on February 27th 2022 that Tiger Roll would retire after his final race, around the cross country circuit on March 16th, 2022, at the Cheltenham Festival. Michael Lawless caught up with Michael shortly after...

Mar 2, 2022

After his first Grand National win, Tiger attempts a feat not achieved in over 40 years - to win a second Grand National in a row. He's getting older and so much is happening around him. What will it all mean for Tiger? (Ep 7/7).

Mar 1, 2022

The biggest prize in National Hunt racing is the Grand National, and in 2018 Tiger was entered, a race nobody ever thought he could take on. But is he up for the challenge? (Ep 6/7).

Feb 28, 2022

As Tiger Roll matures, he’s ready for the next step up in jumps racing. But will patience and persistence from his owners and trainer give Tiger Roll a chance to fulfill his destiny as a champion racehorse ? (Ep 5/7)

Feb 25, 2022

Tiger Roll gets another new owner, Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary, a new training yard and a whole new set of challenges. He begins to make new friends for life as he enters his first Cheltenham festival. (Ep4/7)

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