My Story

My name is Darren Dunne. I’m from Dunboyne, Co. Meath. I don’t come from a racing background, but my family would be supporters of racing. I started riding horses in 2015 and rode in the Punchestown Charity race in 2019 for Kidney Research.

I was lucky enough to own horses in syndicates on the track and successfully had 2 winners in my own name as an owner in Point to Points also.

I work as an EMC Technician with Compliance Engineering Ireland Ltd. I am lucky to have such good employers and they have also come on board as my main sponsor of the Corinthian Challenge Series. Their backing really means a lot and is greatly appreciated.

I'm looking forward to taking part in the 2023 Corinthian Challenge.

Consisting of three races to be held at Naas Racecourse, the Curragh and Leopardstown, I have the opportunity to complete the hat-trick by taking part in all three races while raising awareness and much needed funds for Irish Injured Jockeys.

As part of my challenge not only am I aiming to raise €10,000 for Irish Injured Jockeys, I will need to maintain my weight and fitness throughout the series and engage in race coaching to understand how to ride a race and each course effectively. I am currently riding out most mornings.

All money raised goes to supporting the incredible work of the Irish Injured Jockeys Fund and your donation is greatly appreciated.

ALL SUPPORT IS GREATLY APPRECIATED