Ruby Walsh - References in Popular Culture

References in Popular Culture

Ruby Walsh is mentioned in a song by the famous singer/songwriter Christy Moore called "The Ballad of Ruby Walsh," which appears on his album "Listen." The song is based on Christy's real life experience watching Ruby jockey at the Galway races.

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