Johnny Murtagh going for fast time in 5k

Bohermeen man Johnny Murtagh together with his family and staff at Fox Covert Stables on the Curragh are all set to take part in the Jog for Jockeys 5km and 10km races on Sunday 27th August with Johnny trying his best in the 5k.

This year the action will take place at Naas racecourse and all funds raised will be donated to the Irish Injured Jockeys, the 10k has an 11am start with the 5k timed for 11.05am.

Participants may walk, jog or run on the unique setting of Naas racetrack with its challenging uphill finish. 

“The Jog for Jockeys is a very special race, allowing runners and racing fans access to Naas racecourse to run with lots of jockeys and trainers,†commented the Meath man who recently helped his mother celebrate her 70th birthday at a party in McHugh's, Greetiagh.

“My family and I take part in it every year and we have great fun.

“By their nature, jockeys and trainers are very competitive, so serious bragging rights are at stake for this year's races.

“I ran a lot as a jockey for fitness and weight management and I'm back in full-time training to achieve a PB in the 5km race,†he added.

Online advance entry costs €20. 

All runners who pre-register online will receive a race t-shirt and will be provided with timing chips to record accurate race times.

Entry on the day will be €25, while a team of five is €100, with the three best times to count.

Children can take part free of charge, but there is a €10 fee for any child who would like a T-shirt and a timing chip. 

Registration is now open at www.jogforjockeys.ie. Start time for 10km run is 11am and the 5km runners will begin at 11:05am.