There was a powerful scene prior to Monday's first race at Galway as a minute's silence was observed in memory of Jack de Bromhead.
In what was the first Irish meet since the 13-year-old's tragic death, jockeys and fans alike bowed their heads to reflect on the cruel twist of fate that saw his life cut short.
Later in the day Danny Mullins spoke to Racing TV about what a sombre atmosphere there was around the weighing room and the track as a whole.
