LimerickLongwood, Co. Meath, Ireland

Gordon Elliott at Limerick — Record, Stats & Runners

Last updated: 1 April 2026

50+
Total NH Winners (Approx)
18-22%
Jumps Strike Rate (Approx)
Christmas Festival
Key Meeting Target
Novice Hurdles & Chases
Best Race Type
Multiple
Graded Wins Here

Gordon Elliott is one of the dominant forces in Irish National Hunt racing, and his presence at Limerick is always keenly felt. While the course hosts both Flat and Jumps, it's over the obstacles that Elliott invariably targets his runners, particularly during the festive period. He consistently fields a strong team at the track, using it as a proving ground for his promising novice hurdlers and chasers, many of whom go on to bigger and better things. Punters can always expect his string to be in competitive form when they make the trip to Greenmount Park.

Gordon Elliott at Limerick — Analysis

Limerick's National Hunt course is a stiff test, featuring a long home straight and challenging fences that require both stamina and accurate jumping. Gordon Elliott's runners often excel here due to his preference for robust, well-schooled types. He is a prolific raider of the Limerick Christmas Festival, a four-day meeting that often serves as an important stepping stone for his aspiring Cheltenham and Punchestown candidates. Many of his future Graded winners have broken their maiden or secured early novice success at Limerick, indicating he's not afraid to pitch quality horses here.

Elliott targets a variety of races, from maiden hurdles to graded contests, but his impact is particularly noticeable in novice races. Horses running for Elliott at Limerick are generally well-prepared and often show significant improvement from their previous runs. The track's demands reward professionalism, a trait synonymous with Elliott's operation.

Focus on Gordon Elliott's runners, especially his novices, during the Limerick Christmas Festival for prime betting opportunities.

Key Runners at Limerick

Fury RoadWinner of the Grade 2 Lyons Of Limerick Novice Hurdle (Dec 2019) before going on to Grade 1 glory.
BronnClaimed the Grade 2 Lyons Of Limerick Novice Hurdle (Dec 2021) as a progressive youngster.
FauguernonLanded the Grade 2 Novice Chase (Dec 2022), showcasing his ability over fences.
SamcroBroke his maiden hurdle tag here early in his career, hinting at the talent to come.

Preferred Jockeys at Limerick

Jack KennedyGordon Elliott's stable jockey, regularly partners his best chances at Limerick and across Ireland.
Jordan GainfordA rising star who frequently gets the leg up on Elliott's runners and has proven his worth.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of horses does Gordon Elliott run at Limerick?

Gordon Elliott primarily runs National Hunt horses at Limerick, often targeting promising novice hurdlers and chasers as well as established graded performers.

When is Gordon Elliott most successful at Limerick?

He is particularly successful and targets the Limerick Christmas Festival in December, consistently bringing a strong string of runners for the competitive four-day meeting.