Donn McClean is chief racing writer with The Sunday Times in Ireland and a columnist with The Irish Field. He has ghost-written five racing autobiographies, including that of 20-time British champion jump jockey AP McCoy and nine-time champion jockey in Ireland, the late and greatly lamented Pat Smullen. The Irishman is a regular presenter and analyst on Racing TV and regular guest on RTE radio. His opinions are highly respected within the racing industry.