Punchestown: Lawlor's Of Naas sponsor €100,000 Listed Handicap Hurdle

It was back in 1913 when Bridget Lawlor of Lawlor's Hotel, Naas, was appointed the official caterer at the racecourse and news this week sees two of the most inconic establishments in the county of Kildare are strengthening that relationaship with the €100,000 Lawlor's Of Naas Listed Handicap Hurdle on the final day of the Festival, Saturday 3 May.

Dee Nix, General Manager at Lawlor’s of Naas, said “The Punchestown Festival is a flagship event on our calendar, and our connection with it is woven into our heritage. Enhancing our support  is not just a milestone—it’s a celebration of shared values between Lawlors and Punchestown - excellence in hospitality, community, and tradition. We’re honoured to be part of something so special and look forward to welcoming friends old and new through the doors in a few days time.”

While Janet Creighton of Punchestown said "The legacy between Lawlors and Punchestown is unique and long-standing, and this new level of support is a reflection of their commitment to this tradition. It is so important to us that visitors have as great a time outside the racecourse gates as they do inside. With Jack Tierney, Dee Nix, and the entire Lawlor’s team we know that they are in the best of care."