REACTION: Social media explodes in disbelief after the news that Thurles Racecourse is no more
Thurles Racecourse announced its closure on Friday morning
The news that Thurles Racecourse is to close has stunned the Tipperary community and Irish racing fans alike. A staple of the National Hunt scene for decades, the track was known for its character, warmth, and tradition.
The reaction on social media was one of shock and disappointment and you can see some of those responses to the development below.