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Press and Journal
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Press and Journal
Freebies, fan zones and 'win or lose we're on the booze': Best Aberdeen pubs to watch Scottish Cup final
With potential freebies, fan zones, and Dons-themed cocktails, bars in Aberdeen are going all out ahead of the Scottish Cup final. The Granite City is expected to be buzzing with fans on Saturday ahead of Aberdeen's clash against Celtic at Hampden. The Dons head into the fixture after a disappointing end to the season but fans will still be out in numbers. Most pubs that show live sports will showcase the game for supporters not making the trip to Hampden. Some will even be going the extra mile for the day, with several events on the day. These range from raffles and giveaways to DJ sets. Here is the Press and Journal's guide to the best Aberdeen pubs to watch Scottish Cup final in. Possibly one of the best-known Aberdeen supporters bars is the Foundry. With multiple buses leaving from the pub to take Dandies down to the national stadium, it's a hotspot for Dons fans. The pub is set to be decked out in club colours (even more so than usual), making for an ideal setting to watch the game. Tables are fully booked for the game before fans arrive back from the buses. Supporters on the day could be tempted with an Angus on the Beach cocktail or a Donny the Sheep bomb. Deputy manager Kieran Joseph said: 'You will never have seen as much red and white as this. 'Win or lose, we'll be on the booze! 'The place will be bouncing, we'll have the DJ on following the game.' The popular Little Belmont Street pub will be showcasing the game on its screens. With tables fully booked, a great turnout is expected for the game. The pub usually offers a 10% discount on food and drink for Dons fans and for this occasion, everyone in the pub will get a if Jimmy Thelin's men pick up the win. Throughout the day, they will also be raffle tickets on sale, with plenty of prizes on offer for Dons fans. The function room at The Holburn is set to be transformed into an . Staff will begin work on the function room early in the morning following an event on Friday night. With commentary played aloud and the match shown on all the screens in the room, it could be the place to be for Dons fans. For fans wanting a table for the day, they are still available for booking in the main section of the pub. For those wishing to attend the fan zone, walk-ins are encouraged. Why not enjoy a Big Mannys Pizza while watching Aberdeen battle it out for the cup? The Holburn Street bar has cemented itself as a top destination for watching sport in Aberdeen. The Aberdeen pizza chain is available for ordering in the Adam Lounge. The pub has a great selection of pints that would make for a fine accompaniment to a slice. Or if you're not feeling pizza, Big Mannys smash burgers are also available. With several big screens in the pub, you'll be able to see the game wherever you are sitting or standing in the bar. The Bobbin has cemented itself as a popular pre-match joint given its proximity to Pittodrie. A popular spot for university students, many will likely flock to the Bobbin for the 3pm kick-off. The King Street bar has extensive seating and a great choice of TVs to choose from. The Bobbin has been running a raffle in the lead up to the game, with the lucky winner being selected during the game. An Aberdeen-affiliated pub, Old School House, is one of the most common spots to find a Dons fan on a matchday. With big screens and seating spread across two floors, you'll never be too far away from the action. Like Ma Camerons, Old School House offers 10% discount to Dons fans across food and drink. So be sure to be decked out in your Aberdeen colours to make sure you get use of the deal. Perhaps more appealing for fans of Aberdeen's opposition on Saturday, you still can't really go wrong with an Irish pub. Supporters of both teams are welcome and expected to come along and indulge in some friendly rivalry. Both Malones and Molly Malones will be showcasing the fixture on large screens, with commentary. With Molly's having deals on burgers and fries, it could be ideal for a pre-match meal. Following the game, both pubs will have live music on for fans to dance the night away or to raise spirits after a crushing defeat. Scottish Cup Final: Travel guide for Aberdeen fans as all roads lead to Hampden Would you charter a private helicopter to Aberdeen's Scottish Cup Final at Hampden? How Aberdeen's Scottish Cup triumph in 1990 led to an MP questioning the competence of the SFA
Herald Sun
30-04-2025
- Sport
- Herald Sun
Jumps trainer Andrew Bobbin making big leaps with Brierly Steeplechase success
Don't miss out on the headlines from Horse Racing. Followed categories will be added to My News. 'When I started as a racehorse trainer, I didn't know the difference between a hurdle and a steeple.' Andrew Bobbin only started training less than five years ago so he has quickly learned, judging by Duke Of Bedford's determined Brierly Steeplechase win at Warrnambool. As a former NRL player with St George Illawarra in Sydney, Bobbin wasn't a regular viewer of jumps racing, which was last held in NSW in 1992. • PUNT LIKE A PRO: Become a Racenet iQ member and get expert tips – with fully transparent return on investment statistics – from Racenet's team of professional punters at our Pro Tips section. SUBSCRIBE NOW! But Bobbin soon realised he could train jumpers and stayers at his property near Stawell in western Victoria. 'It started with a horse called Mighty Oasis,' Bobbin said. 'We had a few logs and popped him over them and we thought, 'what do you know? He might be able to jump'. 'So we started a new facet of training and something in which we have found a niche.' Mighty Oasis went on two win two hurdle races at the Thackeray Steeplechase at Warrnambool in 2023. Warrnambool gave Bobbin his richest win when Irishman William McCarthy steered Duke Of Bedford to his Brierly Steeplechase triumph. Bobbin was looking for a rider for Duke Of Bedford late last week before taking a punt on McCarthy, who was on his second day back from surgery to reattach shoulder tendons. McCarthy's record at Warrnambool convinced Bobbin to give the rider a chance for a rich payday early in his comeback from 10 months away from racing. McCarthy's confidence was high after winning the first race of the day on the Ciaron Maher-trained Through Irish Eyes. Bobbin hailed McCarthy's handling of Duke Of Bedford, who led from the first jump to the last, defying all challenges. 'Willie's record here at Warrnambool and when the weights came out, I still hadn't confirmed a rider,' Bobbin said. 'Tommy Ryan has done so much work on this horse and Will Gordon's done the most work on this horse but just the way the cards fell today, Willie got the job. 'There's none better than Willie around this circuit and I was bloody glad that Willie was on when the pressure was on.' Duke Of Bedford clears a steeple on his way to winning the Brierly Steeplechase. Picture: Pat Scala/Racing Photos via Getty Images Duke Of Bedford ($4.40) prevailed over the local hope, the Symon Wilde-trained Freddy The Eagle ($7.50) while the $11 chance Instigator was third. Punters at Warrnambool gasped when the $3.30 favourite Leaderboard fell following a faulty step after jumping the first of the Tozer Road double. Leaderboard was quickly to his feet but is unlikely to be cleared to run in Thursday's Grand Annual Steeplechase. Jockey Will Gordon arrived back at scale with blood-spattered silks but was later cleared of a broken nose. Bobbin said he would take as long as allowed to decide whether Duke Of Bedford backed up in the Grand Annual Steeplechase. 'We'll see how the field holds up and at 7.28am on Thursday morning, I'll still be scratching my head,' Bobbin said. 'I might even toss a coin.' Originally published as Andrew Bobbin lands Brierly Steeplechase as he quickly establishes himself as a successful jumps trainer
Mercury
29-04-2025
- Sport
- Mercury
Jumps trainer Andrew Bobbin making big leaps with Brierly Steeplechase success
Don't miss out on the headlines from Horse Racing. Followed categories will be added to My News. 'When I started as a racehorse trainer, I didn't know the difference between a hurdle and a steeple.' Andrew Bobbin only started training less than five years ago so he has quickly learned, judging by Duke Of Bedford's determined Brierly Steeplechase win at Warrnambool. As a former NRL player with St George Illawarra in Sydney, Bobbin wasn't a regular viewer of jumps racing, which was last held in NSW in 1992. • PUNT LIKE A PRO: Become a Racenet iQ member and get expert tips – with fully transparent return on investment statistics – from Racenet's team of professional punters at our Pro Tips section. SUBSCRIBE NOW! But Bobbin soon realised he could train jumpers and stayers at his property near Stawell in western Victoria. 'It started with a horse called Mighty Oasis,' Bobbin said. 'We had a few logs and popped him over them and we thought, 'what do you know? He might be able to jump'. 'So we started a new facet of training and something in which we have found a niche.' Mighty Oasis went on two win two hurdle races at the Thackeray Steeplechase at Warrnambool in 2023. Warrnambool gave Bobbin his richest win when Irishman William McCarthy steered Duke Of Bedford to his Brierly Steeplechase triumph. Bobbin was looking for a rider for Duke Of Bedford late last week before taking a punt on McCarthy, who was on his second day back from surgery to reattach shoulder tendons. McCarthy's record at Warrnambool convinced Bobbin to give the rider a chance for a rich payday early in his comeback from 10 months away from racing. McCarthy's confidence was high after winning the first race of the day on the Ciaron Maher-trained Through Irish Eyes. Bobbin hailed McCarthy's handling of Duke Of Bedford, who led from the first jump to the last, defying all challenges. 'Willie's record here at Warrnambool and when the weights came out, I still hadn't confirmed a rider,' Bobbin said. 'Tommy Ryan has done so much work on this horse and Will Gordon's done the most work on this horse but just the way the cards fell today, Willie got the job. 'There's none better than Willie around this circuit and I was bloody glad that Willie was on when the pressure was on.' Duke Of Bedford clears a steeple on his way to winning the Brierly Steeplechase. Picture: Pat Scala/Racing Photos via Getty Images Duke Of Bedford ($4.40) prevailed over the local hope, the Symon Wilde-trained Freddy The Eagle ($7.50) while the $11 chance Instigator was third. Punters at Warrnambool gasped when the $3.30 favourite Leaderboard fell following a faulty step after jumping the first of the Tozer Road double. Leaderboard was quickly to his feet but is unlikely to be cleared to run in Thursday's Grand Annual Steeplechase. Jockey Will Gordon arrived back at scale with blood-spattered silks but was later cleared of a broken nose. Bobbin said he would take as long as allowed to decide whether Duke Of Bedford backed up in the Grand Annual Steeplechase. 'We'll see how the field holds up and at 7.28am on Thursday morning, I'll still be scratching my head,' Bobbin said. 'I might even toss a coin.' Originally published as Andrew Bobbin lands Brierly Steeplechase as he quickly establishes himself as a successful jumps trainer
News.com.au
29-04-2025
- Sport
- News.com.au
Andrew Bobbin lands Brierly Steeplechase as he quickly establishes himself as a successful jumps trainer
'When I started as a racehorse trainer, I didn't know the difference between a hurdle and a steeple.' Andrew Bobbin only started training less than five years ago so he has quickly learned, judging by Duke Of Bedford 's determined Brierly Steeplechase win at Warrnambool. As a former NRL player with St George Illawarra in Sydney, Bobbin wasn't a regular viewer of jumps racing, which was last held in NSW in 1992. • PUNT LIKE A PRO: Become a Racenet iQ member and get expert tips – with fully transparent return on investment statistics – from Racenet's team of professional punters at our Pro Tips section. SUBSCRIBE NOW! But Bobbin soon realised he could train jumpers and stayers at his property near Stawell in western Victoria. 'It started with a horse called Mighty Oasis,' Bobbin said. 'We had a few logs and popped him over them and we thought, 'what do you know? He might be able to jump'. 'So we started a new facet of training and something in which we have found a niche.' Mighty Oasis went on two win two hurdle races at the Thackeray Steeplechase at Warrnambool in 2023. Warrnambool gave Bobbin his richest win when Irishman William McCarthy steered Duke Of Bedford to his Brierly Steeplechase triumph. It's all Duke Of Bedford in the Scotty Stewart Brierly Steeplechase ðŸ˜� @andrewbobbin @McCarthyWillie â€' (@Racing) April 29, 2025 Bobbin was looking for a rider for Duke Of Bedford late last week before taking a punt on McCarthy, who was on his second day back from surgery to reattach shoulder tendons. McCarthy's record at Warrnambool convinced Bobbin to give the rider a chance for a rich payday early in his comeback from 10 months away from racing. McCarthy's confidence was high after winning the first race of the day on the Ciaron Maher-trained Through Irish Eyes. Bobbin hailed McCarthy's handling of Duke Of Bedford, who led from the first jump to the last, defying all challenges. 'Willie's record here at Warrnambool and when the weights came out, I still hadn't confirmed a rider,' Bobbin said. 'Tommy Ryan has done so much work on this horse and Will Gordon's done the most work on this horse but just the way the cards fell today, Willie got the job. 'There's none better than Willie around this circuit and I was bloody glad that Willie was on when the pressure was on.' Duke Of Bedford ($4.40) prevailed over the local hope, the Symon Wilde-trained Freddy The Eagle ($7.50) while the $11 chance Instigator was third. Punters at Warrnambool gasped when the $3.30 favourite Leaderboard fell following a faulty step after jumping the first of the Tozer Road double. Leaderboard was quickly to his feet but is unlikely to be cleared to run in Thursday's Grand Annual Steeplechase. Jockey Will Gordon arrived back at scale with blood-spattered silks but was later cleared of a broken nose. Bobbin said he would take as long as allowed to decide whether Duke Of Bedford backed up in the Grand Annual Steeplechase. 'We'll see how the field holds up and at 7.28am on Thursday morning, I'll still be scratching my head,' Bobbin said. 'I might even toss a coin.'
