Voting Now Open for TRM Training Performance and TRM Ride of the Season at Naas

October 1, 2025 | Niamh Byrne

Naas Racecourse is delighted to confirm that voting is now open for the inaugural TRM Training Performance of the Season and TRM Ride of the Season awards. These accolades, kindly sponsored by Europe’s largest manufacturer and distributor of Nutritional Feed Supplements for horses TRM, celebrate the standout performances on the track at Naas during 2025. You can vote for your winner here.

Winners will each receive €1,000 worth of TRM products, with the results announced on Day 2 of the October Weekend Flat Season Finale, Sunday 12th October.

TRM Training Performance of the Season – Nominees:


Andy Slattery – Sunchart defended his title in the Devoy Stakes (Listed), 23rd March. Watch replay here.
Sheila Lavery – Miss Nifty stepped up from 5f to 10f on trainer debut to win by 4 lengths at 66/1, 25th June. Watch replay here.
The Harty’s – Areana broke her maiden on her first start for the yard, following a fifth trainer transfer,24th August. Watch replay here.

TRM Ride of the Season – Nominees:


Keithen Kennedy – A well timed patient ride aboard Tawaazon for John Kinsella. Always prominent and kept on well to lead close to home, 10th May. Watch replay here.
Colin Keane – Brilliantly guided Babouche to victory for Ger Lyons in the Goffs Lacken Stakes, 18th May. Watch replay here.
Nicola Burns – Produced a remarkable recovery on Star Mind for Ger O’Leary, overcoming a slow start to win in the final strides, 4th August. Watch replay here.

 

Voting will close on Tuesday, 7th October, and racing fans are encouraged to cast their votes and support their favourites. You can vote for your winner here.

In addition, the Flat Finale will see the crowning of the TRM Best Turned Out League winner, with trainer Ross O’Sullivan currently leading the standings. The winning yard will be awarded a €1,000 TRI Equestrian Store voucher along with a celebratory breakfast morning at the yard.

TRM will also continue their strong support of Irish racing by sponsoring the TRM Calphormin – Strong Foundation, Strong Future Apprentice Handicap. Should the winning apprentice rider not already carry sponsorship, they will receive an exclusive one-year sponsorship with TRM, including branded riding gear and apparel – an initiative now in its second year.

Speaking about the announcement, Aidan McGarry, General Manager of Naas Racecourse, said:

“We are delighted to once again partner with TRM for the BTO League, which shines a well-deserved spotlight on the dedication and hard work of the stable staff at every race meeting. The addition of the TRM Training and Riding Performances is a fantastic new feature, allowing us to highlight some of the exceptional performances we’ve witnessed at Naas this season. TRM’s unwavering commitment to supporting every level of the racing industry – from trainers and jockeys to stable staff – is unparalleled, and we eagerly look forward to celebrating the winners at our October Weekend Flat Finale.”

Enda Kelly, CCO of TRM, added:

“These awards showcase the very best of horseracing at Naas, and we are proud to support and reward excellence both in training and in the saddle. We look forward to seeing who the public choose to honour this year, and we’re delighted to continue investing in initiatives that benefit the wider racing community.”

Everyone who casts a vote will be entered into a draw to win 4 Golden Tickets for the October Weekend at Naas. Each Golden Ticket includes admission, racecard, a €10 food voucher, a €5 free bet and a €5 drink voucher. Cast your vote and be in for a chance to win here.