Tony Mullins worried he could be forced out of business by coronavirus pandemic

Cheltenham Festival-winning trainer Tony Mullins has expressed fears that restrictions arising from the coronavirus pandemic could force him out of business.

The son of the late Paddy Mullins, Tony Mullins – whose brother Willie was recently crowned champion jumps trainer in Ireland for the 14th time – started training in 1987 following a successful career in the saddle, notably when he tied with Frank Berry for the 1984 Irish jump jockeys' championship on 55 winners.

Mullins, 58, is probably best remembered as a rider for his association with the brilliant mare Dawn Run, and has enjoyed success over both codes since taking out a training licence in 1987, including the County Hurdle at Cheltenham with Pedrobob in 2007.