HORSE Racing Ireland has announced the continuation of the Gain The Advantage Series in partnership with Gain Equine Nutrition for its fourth consecutive year.

The 2024 series includes nine races, which will be run for points over a variety of conditions to cater to different trainers and horses throughout the flat season.

All races in the series will continue to benefit from a 50% increase in prize money.

Cork is the scene of the opening leg of the series on April 26th, leading on to further legs at Leopardstown, Navan, Ballinrobe, Tramore, Down Royal, Tipperary and Killarney. The series finale will be hosted at Naas on September 19th when the winning trainer of the series will be determined.

The trainer who tops the Gain The Advantage Series will win €5,000 worth of Gain Equine Nutrition products, and grooms will be included in a draw to win an overnight hotel stay in Ireland.

Additionally, breeders of winning horses from each race will receive a framed photograph of the horse they bred and each winning breeder will be entered into a draw for a chance to win one tonne of Gain products.

Philip Gilligan, Irish Country Manager with Gain Equine Nutrition, said: “This initiative has truly thrived over the past three years, becoming an integral part of our commitment to supporting the thoroughbred racing and bloodstock industries, which are vital to our business.

“The series’ success stems from its inclusive recognition of all stakeholders involved.

“Not only does the Gain The Advantage Series offer increased prize money for owners, but it also acknowledges the hard work of trainers through the league table, as well as breeders and the dedicated stable staff.”