The Syndicate
Affordable ownership
Ten shares per horse, a fixed annual fee and no admin headache. We handle the paperwork; you enjoy the racing.
About the syndicate ›
Max. 10 SharesA close-knit syndicate for every horse
1 Fixed FeeNo surprise bills through the year
Ado McGuinnessFour-time top trainer at Dundalk
Dundalk to DubaiRacing in Ireland, the UK, France & the UAE
Welcome
Racing ownership, made personal
Ownership shouldn’t need a six-figure outlay. Chronos Thoroughbreds splits the cost across a select group of members, with real access: stable visits, owner-for-the-day badges and a share in every high of the season.
The Horses
The Chronos string
Our first horse, Daamberdiplomat, is a six-time winner rated 92, racing in the Chronos colours this autumn.
Meet the horses ›
The Trainer
Ado McGuinness
One of Ireland’s leading trainers, named top trainer on the Dundalk All-Weather four times.
Meet the trainer ›From the Gallery
Life on the yard
The Chronos Collection
Wear the colours
Stay in the Loop
Get race-day updates
Not ready to join yet? Follow the syndicate from the start, with entries, race-day reminders and results straight to your inbox.
Join us from the start.
A maximum of ten members per horse — become a founding member of Chronos Thoroughbreds and be part of the story from day one.
About Us
The Story Behind Chronos
A new Irish racing syndicate built on one simple idea: the thrill of ownership is better shared.
Our Story
Ownership, the way it should feel
Chronos Thoroughbreds was born from a lifelong obsession with horses, shaped by years in the trenches as both an owner and a syndicate member. With a degree in Business Studies and Marketing—and currently studying Equine Science and Management—the vision was always to combine professional rigour with genuine turf-side passion.
Teaming up with top-tier trainer Ado McGuinness, Chronos was created to offer an exciting, sophisticated, and successful ownership experience. But we do things differently: we keep our syndicates intentionally small, capping each horse at a maximum of 10 shareholders. This ensures a tight-knit, inclusive group where every member’s voice is heard, and everyone shares an active, personal connection to the journey from the stable yard to the winners’ enclosure.
Why “Chronos”?
In Greek mythology, Chronos is the personification of time, and in racing, time is everything: races won by a short head, and the years of patience and care behind every winner. Our emblem joins a horse’s head with an hourglass to capture exactly that, a thoroughbred and the moment that matters.
The Team Behind Chronos
The people who make it happen
From the day-to-day running of the syndicate to the training yard and the camera lens, meet the team behind every Chronos horse.
Dessie Woods
Founder & Syndicate Manager
A lifelong horseman and experienced owner, looking after the horses, the members and the day-to-day running of Chronos.
Get in touch ›Ado McGuinness
Trainer
One of Ireland’s leading trainers, four times top trainer on the Dundalk All-Weather, with Group 1 success in Paris and Dubai, plus Group 2, Group 3 and many Premier Handicap wins.
Meet the trainer ›
Frank Ferguson
Photographer
An award-winning photographer in the UAE, capturing life on the yard, on the gallops and on the beach, from early-morning work to race day.
View the gallery ›Our Promise to Members
What you can count on
Exclusivity
A maximum of ten shares per horse, so every member is a real part of the team rather than a name on a long list.
Transparency
One fixed annual fee and a clear cost breakdown, with no surprise bills through the year.
Real Access
Stable visits, owner-for-the-day badges and a place in the parade ring when your horse runs.
Regular Updates
Entries, race-day reminders, results and news from the yard, straight to you.
The Syndicate
Affordable Ownership
A fractional share for a modest upfront fee and a fixed annual fee.
Why Syndicate Ownership
A shared passion, a shared cost
Share the cost
The syndicate is divided into ten shares of 10% each, and shareholders can buy up to a maximum of 40%, or four shares. You pay an initial purchase price for the horse, then a fixed annual fee.
Real access
Stable visits, owner-for-the-day badges at the racecourse with parade ring and owners' enclosure access, and networking events with fellow racing enthusiasts. Capped at ten shares per horse, so your voice is heard.
A community
Members form lasting friendships through shared group chats, social events and race-day meetups — the emotional highs of a win, and the collective support after a hard-luck run, make it far more engaging than watching as a spectator.
How It Works
From purchase to prize money
01
Buy your share
Pay the initial purchase price for the horse, then a fixed annual fee covering training, veterinary care, shoeing and transport.
02
We manage everything
Racing schedules, health care and regulatory paperwork are handled entirely by the syndicate manager and trainer — no admin headache.
03
Follow the journey
Regular stable visits, morning gallops and media-rich WhatsApp updates keep you closely connected to your horse's progress.
04
Share the winnings
Prize money is distributed among members in proportion to their share, after trainer, jockey and management deductions. Any residual value is split when the horse is sold or retired.
Investment
How the cost is structured
Every share is priced in two parts: an upfront purchase price for the horse itself, and a fixed annual fee covering training, veterinary care, insurance, entries and management. Because bloodstock and training costs vary from horse to horse, the exact breakdown is set individually for each horse we bring into the yard.
One Fixed Annual Fee
What your fee covers
- Training and daily care at Ado McGuinness’s yard
- Gallops, farriery and supplements
- Veterinary care
- Insurance
- Race entries and race-day transport
- Syndicate management and regular member updates
No surprise bills through the year — you know your costs from day one.
Racing Colours
Our Racing Colours
Dark blue, beige seams; dark blue sleeves, beige seams; dark blue cap
The Chronos colours carry the navy and gold of the syndicate onto the racecourse. Every time a Chronos horse runs, the jockey wears these silks, so they're the colours members cheer home.
Look for them on the racecard, on TV and in the parade ring on race day.
The Team Behind Chronos
Meet syndicate manager Dessie Woods, trainer Ado McGuinness
and photographer Frank Ferguson.
Our Horses
The Chronos String
Horses racing in the Chronos colours, horses on their way to the yard, and the ones who have gone before.
Daamberdiplomat
Cotai Glory (GB) × Poetical (IRE)
Six-year-old chestnut gelding, rated 92 and a six-time winner at the Curragh and Dundalk. Trained by Ado McGuinness, with his Chronos debut due in mid-November 2026.
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No horses in training just now
Our next horse is on the way. Register your interest and you’ll be the first to hear.
New horses on the way
We’re working with Ado McGuinness to source the next Chronos horse. Register your interest and you’ll be the first to hear when it’s announced, before shares open to the public.
Our story is just beginning
Daamberdiplomat is the first horse to race in the Chronos colours. As horses retire or move on, their careers with the syndicate will be remembered here.
Our Horses · First Horse
Daamberdiplomat
Cotai Glory (GB) × Poetical (IRE), by Croco Rouge (IRE)
A tough, consistent campaigner
Six-time winner · Curragh & Dundalk · Chronos debut mid-November 2026
A six-year-old chestnut gelding who has built a reputation as a tough, consistent and much-loved handicap campaigner on the Irish flat racing scene. He broke his maiden impressively over six furlongs at the Curragh as a two-year-old in August 2022, turning heads on debut, and has gone on to become a six-time winner across the Curragh and Dundalk.
All of his runs to date were under previous ownership. Daamberdiplomat joins Chronos Thoroughbreds as our first horse and is due to make his debut in the Chronos colours in mid-November 2026.
92
Rated Flat
90
Rated AW
6
Career Wins
21%
Strike Rate
6yo
Chestnut Gelding
€100k
Career Earnings
Career figures to date, all under previous ownership.
Career Record to Date — Selected Wins (under previous ownership)
| Date | Track | Distance | Class | Result | Field / Purse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug 2022 | Curragh | 6f | 2yo Maiden | 1st | 19 runners · €25k |
| 01 Nov 2023 | Dundalk | 6f | 3yo Handicap | 1st | 13 runners · €16k |
| 01 Nov 2024 | Dundalk | 6f | 3yo Handicap | 1st | 9 runners · €22k |
| 13 Dec 2024 | Dundalk | 6f | 3yo Handicap | 1st | 11 runners · €16k |
| 28 Jul 2025 | Curragh | 6f | 3yo Handicap | 1st | 13 runners · €22k |
| 17 Oct 2025 | Dundalk | 6f | 3yo Handicap | 1st | 7 runners · €22k |
Notable victories include a top-weight win in the Fitzpatrick's Mercedes-Benz Handicap at the Curragh under jockey Ben Coen, and a photo-finish success in the Christmas Party Nights Handicap at Dundalk, where he fought off Harry's Bar in the closing strides.
Filmed at the Tattersalls Autumn HIT Sale 2025.
Shares
Available Shares
Shares open to new members now, and horses coming soon. Every horse is split into ten 10% shares, so members are never lost in a crowd.
Open Now
Shares currently on offer
Coming Soon
Register your interest
We’re sourcing the next horses to join the Chronos string. Register your interest and you’ll hear about them first, before shares open to the public.
The Next Chronos Horse
Being sourced now with trainer Ado McGuinness. Tell us what you’re looking for, whether that’s a sprinter, a stayer, or a horse for the summer festivals, and we’ll be in touch when shares open.
The Trainer
Adrian "Ado" McGuinness
A master of targeting valuable handicaps, with results that speak for themselves.
Ado McGuinness
Trainer
“To ride for Ado is a dream. He’s been so good to me and to get these opportunities is unbelievable.”
— Ronan Whelan, jockey of A Case Of You, 2021“He’s one of the best conditioners of a racehorse that I know.”
— Stephen Thorne, former assistant trainer, 2024“We’ve had plenty of premier handicappers with Ado over the past 20 years.”
— Gary Devlin, owner of A Case Of You, 2021Group 1 Pedigree
Reached the pinnacle of international racing when A Case Of You won the Group 1 Prix de l'Abbaye de Longchamp on Arc weekend in Paris (2021), followed by victory in the Group 1 Al Quoz Sprint at Meydan (2022).
Top Trainer, Dundalk All-Weather
Named leading trainer on the all-weather track at Dundalk Stadium four times, with a proven record of keeping horses peaking at the right time across long flat campaigns. His honour roll includes the Irish Lincolnshire, the Rockingham, the Joe McGrath, and the Sovereign Path Handicap on Irish Champions Weekend.
Beach Training
A cornerstone of the yard's success — daily beach work alongside a purpose-built six-furlong sand gallop, benefiting both the physical and mental well-being of every horse in training.
Syndicate Experience
Has worked extensively alongside ownership groups including Dooley Thoroughbreds and Shamrock Thoroughbreds, delivering unforgettable days at the track in Ireland, the UK, France and the Middle East.
International Success
Ado's horses travel and win on the world stage: Bowerman landed a Group 2 in Qatar, A Case Of You lined up in the Breeders' Cup Turf Sprint at Del Mar, and Pierre Royal won the bet365 Cambridgeshire at Newmarket in 2026.
Respected Across the Industry
Licensed for more than 25 years from his yard at Skylark House Stables, in Lusk, North County Dublin, Ado has also served as chairman of the Irish Racehorse Trainers' Association.
Career Record
A trainer who delivers on the big days
2
Group 1 Wins
1
Group 2 Win
6
Group 3 Wins
16
Premier Handicap Wins
4
Yrs Top Trainer, Dundalk AW
25+
Years Licensed
Career Highlights
| Race | Grade | Venue | Horse | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prix de l'Abbaye de Longchamp | Group 1 | Longchamp, Arc Weekend | A Case Of You | Winner · 2021 |
| Al Quoz Sprint | Group 1 | Meydan | A Case Of You | Winner · 2022 |
| Irish Thoroughbred Marketing Cup | Group 2 | Doha, Qatar | Bowerman | Winner · 2021 |
| Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Diamond Stakes | Group 3 | Dundalk | Bowerman | Winner · 2020 |
| Lacken Stakes | Group 3 | Naas | A Case Of You | Winner · 2021 |
| Amethyst Stakes | Group 3 | Leopardstown | Pretreville | Winner · 2022 |
| Coolmore Concorde Stakes | Group 3 | Tipperary | Current Option | Winner · 2022 |
| Prix d'Arenberg | Group 3 | ParisLongchamp, France | Tiger Belle | Winner · 2023 |
| Westgrove Hotel Renaissance Stakes | Group 3 | Curragh | Go Athletico | Winner · 2023 |
| Irish Lincolnshire | Premier Handicap | Naas | Victrim | Winner · 2005 |
| Paddy Power Irish Lincolnshire | Premier Handicap | Curragh | Bowerman | Winner · 2020 |
| Joe McGrath Handicap | Premier Handicap | Curragh | Laugh A Minute | Winner · 2023 |
| Joe McGrath Handicap | Premier Handicap | Curragh | Toufan Express | Winner · 2009 |
| Joe McGrath EBF Handicap | Premier Handicap | Curragh | Bubbly Bellini | Winner · 2012 |
| Rockingham Handicap | Premier Handicap | Curragh | Bubbly Bellini | Winner · 2012 |
| Irish Stallion Farms EBF “Habitat” Handicap | Premier Handicap | Curragh | Aussie Valentine | Winner · 2019 |
| Sovereign Path Handicap | Premier Handicap, Irish Champions Weekend | Leopardstown | Current Option | Winner · 2019 |
| Ahonoora Handicap | Premier Handicap, Galway Festival | Galway | Current Option | Winner · 2020–22 |
| Ahonoora Handicap | Premier Handicap, Galway Festival | Galway | Toufan Express | Winner · 2010 |
| Colm Quinn BMW Mile Handicap | Premier Handicap, Galway Festival | Galway | Saltonstall | Winner · 2019–20 |
| Colm Quinn BMW Mile Handicap | Premier Handicap, Galway Festival | Galway | Sirjack Thomas | Winner · 2021 |
| Dubai Duty Free Derby Festival Handicap | Premier Handicap | Curragh | Pierre Royal | Winner · 2026 |
| bet365 Cambridgeshire | Heritage Handicap | Newmarket | Pierre Royal | Winner · 2026 |
| Dundalk All-Weather Championship | Leading Trainer | Dundalk Stadium | — | 4× Total |
Premier Handicap Stars
Ado’s yard is renowned for landing Ireland’s most competitive big-field handicaps.
Pierre Royal
A sensational 2026 standout: he captured a €100,000 Premier Handicap at the Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby Festival before travelling to Newmarket to win the historic Cambridgeshire Handicap.
Saltonstall
The yard’s defining handicap star, winning the prestigious Colm Quinn BMW Galway Mile back-to-back in 2019 and 2020.
Sirjack Thomas
A 50/1 upset in the Colm Quinn BMW Galway Mile in 2021, completing a three-year hat-trick in the race for the stable.
Current Option
The versatile performer who claimed the Ahonoora Premier Handicap at the Galway Festival and the Sovereign Path Handicap on Irish Champions Weekend.
Bowerman
Took the Irish Lincolnshire Premier Handicap at the Curragh in 2020 before developing into a Group winner.
Toufan Express
A prolific stable servant who won both the Joe McGrath Premier Handicap and the Ahonoora Premier Handicap.
Bubbly Bellini
A fan-favourite sprinter who scooped both the Rockingham Premier Handicap and the Joe McGrath Premier Handicap.
Victrim
Secured the stable’s early big-handicap glory by winning the Irish Lincolnshire on the Flat, alongside success over obstacles.
Aussie Valentine
Won the competitive Irish Stallion Farms EBF “Habitat” Premier Handicap at the Curragh.
Facilities
A yard built for racehorses
Ado McGuinness's yard combines a traditional brick-built stable block with a large covered barn, so horses can be cared for, tacked up and prepared in comfort whatever the Irish weather brings.
Training on the Beach
Sea air and salt water
Regular trips to the beach are part of the routine. Walking and trotting through cold sea water is a traditional way to help keep horses' legs cool and sound, and a change of scenery from the gallops keeps them fresh and happy in their work.
Training on the Gallops
Where the fitness is built
The gallops are where the real work happens. Horses canter up in a string most mornings, and faster pieces of work are used to sharpen them as a race approaches, all carefully planned so each horse arrives at the racecourse fit and ready.
Photo Gallery
The Yard Team
A closer look at the team behind the yard — riders, staff and horses at work on the gallops and down on the beach.
All photographs © Frank Ferguson. All rights reserved.
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Racing Syndicate Merchandise
The Chronos Collection
Clothing, gifts and keepsakes bearing the Chronos Thoroughbreds logo, for members and race-day guests. Reach out to enquire about sizing, availability and syndicate pricing.
View backZip-Up Jacket
€65.00
A sleek, dark navy zip-up track jacket featuring a high collar, full-length front zipper, zippered side pockets, and elasticated cuffs and hem. Branded on the chest with the gold minimalist Chronos Thoroughbreds hourglass logo.
View backPuffer Vest
€75.00
A sleek, sleeveless dark navy insulated puffer vest designed with horizontal baffling, a high stand-up collar, a full-length front zipper, zipped hand pockets, and the gold embroidered brand logo on the left chest.
View backInsulated Puffer Jacket
€95.00
A premium, cold-weather dark navy puffer jacket featuring warm quilted insulation, long sleeves, a high collar, a sturdy full front zip closure, and the signature gold Chronos Thoroughbreds emblem on the chest.
Quarter-Zip Fleece Pullover
€55.00
A cozy dark navy quarter-zip pullover crafted from soft fleece material, featuring a stand-up collar, long sleeves, and the gold embroidered Chronos Thoroughbreds hourglass-and-horse logo on the chest.
T-Shirt
€30.00
A casual dark navy crew-neck t-shirt featuring short sleeves and a tailored fit, printed on the chest with the gold Chronos Thoroughbreds hourglass-and-horse logo.
Polo Shirt
€45.00
A classic dark navy polo shirt featuring a structured collar, a three-button placket with contrasting buttons, short sleeves, and the gold embroidered Chronos Thoroughbreds hourglass-and-horse logo on the chest.
Ribbed Beanie
€22.00
A cozy, heavyweight dark navy winter beanie crafted from a soft ribbed-knit fabric with a fold-over cuff, proudly displaying the gold embroidered Chronos Thoroughbreds logo cleanly centered on the front.
Baseball Cap
€25.00
A structured dark navy twill baseball cap featuring a curved brim, embroidered eyelets for ventilation, an adjustable strap closure, the gold embroidered Chronos Thoroughbreds hourglass-and-horse logo on the front crown, and the horse’s name embroidered on the side.
Bobble Hat
€28.00
A chunky ribbed-knit winter hat in deep navy with fine gold pinstripes running through the knit, a deep turn-up cuff embroidered with the gold Chronos Thoroughbreds logo, and a generous faux-fur bobble on top. Perfect for cold mornings on the gallops and winter race days.
Weekender Duffle Bag
€110.00
A spacious dark navy weekender in heavy-duty canvas, finished with rich brown leather carry handles, side straps and corner patches, a zip-top opening, and a detachable shoulder strap with a padded leather shoulder pad. The gold Chronos Thoroughbreds logo is printed on the front. (Binoculars and racecard not included.)
Canvas Tote Bag
€35.00
A durable dark navy cotton canvas tote bag with sturdy reinforced handles and an open top, printed with the gold Chronos Thoroughbreds hourglass-and-horse logo on the front.
Heritage Backpack
€85.00
A classic rucksack in dark navy heavy-duty canvas with a rich brown leather base, twin buckled leather straps on the flap, padded shoulder straps and a front pocket printed with the gold Chronos Thoroughbreds hourglass-and-horse logo.
Silk Tie
€35.00
A sophisticated dark navy woven silk tie featuring a subtle tonal pattern, highlighted by the gold embroidered Chronos Thoroughbreds Racing Syndicate shield emblem.
Stick Umbrella
€45.00
A full-size dark navy stick umbrella with a black shaft, polished wooden handle with gold-tone fittings, and the gold embroidered Chronos Thoroughbreds logo on the canopy. Ideal for keeping dry in the parade ring on a wet race day.
Winter Scarf
€40.00
A soft, folded dark navy winter scarf featuring fringed ends with interwoven gold threads and the embroidered Chronos Thoroughbreds gold logo prominently displayed on the front.
Insulated Water Bottle
€30.00
A double-walled stainless steel insulated water bottle in matte dark navy, keeping drinks cold or hot for hours, with a secure carabiner-style cap and the gold debossed Chronos Thoroughbreds hourglass-and-horse emblem.
Ceramic Mug
€15.00
A classic dark blue ceramic coffee mug featuring a comfortable curved handle and a smooth matte finish, accented with the gold Chronos Thoroughbreds logo.
Hip Flask
€40.00
A brushed stainless steel hip flask wrapped in dark navy canvas with hand-stitched brown leather trim, a gold-tone screw cap with captive arm and a navy cord loop, finished with the gold Chronos Thoroughbreds logo on the front. A warming companion for a cold day at the races.
Leather-Bound Racing Notebook
€32.00
A pocket-sized racing notebook bound in navy leather with cream lined pages for noting form and race days and a gold ribbon marker, debossed on the cover with the gold Chronos Thoroughbreds hourglass-and-horse emblem and “Race Day Notes 2027”.
Executive Pen & Leather Case
€38.00
A weighted navy and gold-tone ballpoint pen with a knurled grip, gold clip and smooth twist mechanism, engraved with the Chronos name. Presented in a navy leather case debossed in gold with the Chronos Thoroughbreds logo, making it a perfect gift for members and racing fans.
Leather Keyring
€18.00
A compact navy leather keyring fob with a polished gold-tone ring and hardware, finished with the gold debossed Chronos Thoroughbreds hourglass-and-horse emblem.
Future Owner Baby-Gro
€18.00
A soft navy cotton long-sleeved baby-gro with popper fastenings, printed in gold with “Future Owner”, the Chronos Thoroughbreds logo and our galloping mascot “Tick-Tock”. A lovely gift for the newest member of a racing family.
Future Owner Kids’ T-Shirt
€20.00
A soft navy cotton crew-neck T-shirt for young racing fans, printed in gold with “Future Owner”, the Chronos Thoroughbreds logo and our galloping mascot “Tick-Tock”.
Future Owner Kids’ Hoodie
€30.00
A cosy navy pullover hoodie with a front pocket, printed in gold with “Future Owner”, the Chronos Thoroughbreds logo and our galloping mascot “Tick-Tock”. Perfect for chilly days at the races.
Framed Race-Day Print
From €60.00
Relive the big day: a personalised print of a Chronos horse in action, mounted on cream with navy and gold detailing and the trainer and jockey named beneath, set in a walnut frame with polished brass corners. Frames are available in walnut or black. Sample design shown; your print features your horse, race and team.
Framed print sizes
- 7 × 5"€60
- 8 × 6"€65
- 10 × 8"€80
- 12 × 8"€95
- 15 × 10"€150
- 17 × 11"€200
- 19 × 12"€250
- 24 × 16"€280
- 30 × 20"€350
Canvas – Stretched or Framed
From €200.00
A striking, true-to-life image of a Chronos horse in full stride, printed on artist’s canvas and gallery-wrapped around a solid timber stretcher, so the image continues around the edges and it hangs ready to go, or can be framed for a more traditional finish, with a choice of walnut or black frame. Sample design shown; your canvas features your horse and its big day.
| Size | Stretched | Framed |
|---|---|---|
| 17 × 11" | €200 | €280 |
| 19 × 12" | €230 | €300 |
| 24 × 16" | €250 | €350 |
| 30 × 20" | €300 | €450 |
Montages
From €45.00
A collection of images worked together on premium photographic paper. Each montage is custom designed and fully captioned, and is available unmounted or framed, with a choice of walnut or black frame. Shown: Daamberdiplomat montage, framed.
Montage print sizes
- 6 × 4"€45
- 7 × 5"€50
- 8 × 6"€55
- 10 × 8"€60
Bundles
Better Together
Race Day Bundle
Everything you need for a day at the track.
- Puffer Vest€75.00
- Polo Shirt€45.00
- Baseball Cap€25.00
- Insulated Water Bottle€30.00
Items total€175.00
Bundle price€155.00
Save €20
Winter Paddock Bundle
Stay warm on the coldest evenings at Dundalk.
- Insulated Puffer Jacket€95.00
- Quarter-Zip Fleece Pullover€55.00
- Ribbed Beanie€22.00
- Winter Scarf€40.00
Items total€212.00
Bundle price€185.00
Save €27
Owner's Gift Set
A smart gift for a fellow member or racing fan.
- Silk Tie€35.00
- Leather-Bound Racing Notebook€32.00
- Executive Ballpoint Pen€26.00
- Leather Keyring€18.00
Items total€111.00
Bundle price€95.00
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Join The Syndicate
Own a share of a winner
A maximum of ten members per horse. Get in touch to check availability on Daamberdiplomat and start the conversation.
Get in touch
Phone087 989 4451
What happens next
01
We talk shares
Tell us how many shares you'd like (up to a maximum of four, or 40%) and we'll confirm availability on Daamberdiplomat.
02
Purchase & onboarding
The horse cost is payable upfront to Adrian McGuinness Bloodstock; training and expenses follow as a monthly fee to Chronos Thoroughbreds.
03
Welcome to the yard
You're added to the members' WhatsApp group and invited to your first stable visit to meet Daamberdiplomat in person.
04
Race day
Owner-for-the-day badges, parade ring access, and the shared thrill of watching your horse run.
The Yard
News & Updates
Syndicate news, race reports and updates from the yard. Daamberdiplomat's past wins are on the Horses page.
Daamberdiplomat's debut in the Chronos colours
Our first horse is being prepared by Ado McGuinness for his first run as a Chronos Thoroughbreds runner, carrying the dark blue and beige silks. Entry details will be shared with members and on this page once confirmed.
Pierre Royal wins the bet365 Cambridgeshire
A landmark result for our trainer Ado McGuinness, with Pierre Royal winning the bet365 Cambridgeshire at Newmarket — one of Britain's most famous and competitive heritage handicaps. It follows Pierre Royal's win in the Dubai Duty Free Derby Festival Handicap at the Curragh earlier in the year.
Chronos Thoroughbreds launches with Daamberdiplomat
Chronos Thoroughbreds is open for founding members. Our first horse, six-time winner Daamberdiplomat, joins the syndicate and is in training with Ado McGuinness at his yard in Lusk, north County Dublin. Shares are limited to ten members.
Why we set up Chronos Thoroughbreds
Ownership shouldn't need a six-figure outlay. Chronos Thoroughbreds was founded to split that cost across a small group of shareholders who get real access — stable visits, owner-for-the-day badges, and a community that shares in every high and low of the season.
Pierre Royal lands the Dubai Duty Free Derby Festival Handicap
Another feature handicap for the McGuinness yard, with Pierre Royal taking the valuable Dubai Duty Free Derby Festival Handicap at the Curragh — adding to a career highlights list that already includes two Group 1s.
Before You Join
Frequently Asked Questions
The practical questions members ask most before buying into a share.
How much does a share cost?
A 10% share in Daamberdiplomat costs €7,800 in total — €4,400 payable upfront to Adrian McGuinness Bloodstock for the horse itself, and €3,400 in training and expenses payable to Chronos Thoroughbreds over the first year.
How many shares can I buy?
Each horse is divided into ten shares of 10% each. Any one member can hold up to a maximum of four shares, or 40%, in a horse.
What does the annual fee actually cover?
Training fees (daily rate, race transport, gallops, farriery and supplements), veterinary and miscellaneous costs, insurance, the HRI account covering entries, declarations and jockey fees, and the syndicate manager's commission.
What happens if the horse is injured or has to retire?
Every horse is insured as part of the annual fee, and the syndicate manager will talk you through the options at the time. Full detail on this is set out in the syndicate agreement provided when you join.
Can I sell or transfer my share later?
Shares can be transferred to another member with the syndicate manager's agreement. The full process is set out in the syndicate agreement.
What race-day access do I get?
Owner-for-the-day badges, parade ring and owners' enclosure access at the track, plus stable visits and networking events with fellow members throughout the season.
How is prize money split?
Prize money is distributed among members in proportion to their share, after trainer, jockey and management deductions. Any residual value is split when the horse is eventually sold or retired.
How do I stay updated on my horse?
Regular stable visits, morning gallops, and media-rich WhatsApp updates from the yard keep every member closely connected to the horse's progress between races.
Is this a financial investment?
Treat it as entertainment spend, not an investment product. Syndicate ownership is about the sport and the experience first — prize money, if any, is a bonus rather than a guaranteed return, and racehorse ownership carries real financial and welfare risk like any other. Chronos Thoroughbreds does not provide financial advice.
Who trains the horses?
Ado McGuinness, based at his yard in Lusk, north County Dublin — a Group 1–winning trainer with an extensive record in premier handicaps. See the Trainer page for his full career record.
Members Only
Owners' Area
Private updates, race entries and stable video for current Chronos Thoroughbreds shareholders.
Reserved for current shareholders
Sign-in access for this area is provided directly to members by the syndicate manager once you've joined. If you're already a shareholder and need access, get in touch below. If you'd like to become a member, enquire about a share instead.
What's In There
What members get access to
Race entries & declarations
Advance notice of upcoming entries and confirmed declarations, so you always know when your horse is next due to run.
Private stable video & photos
Morning gallops, stable-visit footage, and behind-the-scenes photos that don't go out on the public site or social channels.
WhatsApp group archive
The full history of yard updates shared with members, in one place, for whenever you want to catch up.
Prize-money & account statements
A running record of prize-money distributions and your own account, after trainer, jockey and management deductions.
Get In Touch
Contact & Legal
Questions about a share, membership, or the fine print — here's how to reach us.
Get in touch
Phone087 989 4451
Prefer to enquire about a share directly?
Head to the Join page to see availability on Daamberdiplomat and what happens after you get in touch.
The Fine Print
Terms & Privacy
These are general placeholder terms for a syndicate site under development, not legal advice. Have them reviewed and finalised by a solicitor before this site goes live or takes any payment or personal data from members.
Terms & Conditions
Chronos Thoroughbreds Racing Syndicate divides ownership of each horse in training into ten shares of 10% each. No single member may hold more than four shares (40%) in any one horse. The purchase price and annual training and expenses fee for each horse are set out on the Syndicate and Available Shares pages at the time shares are offered.
Prize money is distributed to members in proportion to their shareholding, after trainer, jockey and syndicate management deductions. Any residual value on the sale or retirement of a horse is likewise split by shareholding. Shares may be transferred to another member only with the agreement of the syndicate manager.
Racehorse ownership carries inherent financial, welfare and performance risk, including the possibility of injury, loss of form, or retirement of the horse. Membership is not a financial investment product, and no return — of capital or otherwise — is guaranteed.
Privacy Policy
Chronos Thoroughbreds collects the personal information members and enquirers provide directly — such as name, contact details, and payment information handled by our payment processor — in order to manage syndicate membership, process payments, and send updates about horses in training.
We do not sell personal data to third parties. Information is retained for as long as needed to administer membership and to meet our legal and tax obligations, and is shared with service providers (such as the trainer's yard, HRI, and payment processors) only as needed to run the syndicate. Members may request access to, correction of, or deletion of their data by contacting us directly.