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Naas Races – Chapter 5 – The 1950s

Notable people and horses from a golden era, including legendary trainer Paddy Prendergast, with Martin Molony as a champion jockey. Vincent O’Brien achieved great success, including multiple Grand National wins. Other stars include Tom Dreaper, Mickey Rogers, and Clem Magnier, plus horses like Freebooter, Devon Loch, and Royal Tan. The Hyde family and Smurfit family also played their part in Naas’s racing legacy. .