Ruby Walsh retires after Punchestown Gold Cup win

Ruby Walsh announced his retirement from the saddle after winning the Coral Punchestown Gold Cup on Kemboy on Wednesday.

The 39-year-old rider decided to end his brilliant career in the saddle following a two-length victory aboard Willie Mullins’ charge in the Grade One event.

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Jockey Ruby Walsh

Walsh was seen to wave goodbye to the Punchestown crowd after Kemboy saw off the Cheltenham Gold Cup hero Al Boum Photo in fine style.

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