Papillon (5 June 1991 – 3 April 2017) was an Irish racehorse formerly trained at Greenhills stables, in Kill, County Kildare.
Papillon was owned by American Mrs Betty Moran, owner of Brushwood Stable.
When Papillon crossed the finishing line to win the world's richest steeplechase he became an instant punters' favourite.
However, conditions were completely different from the previous year, as the race was run on very heavy ground and Papillon carried more weight.
Papillon was retired at the end of the 2002/03 season, having earned his connections over £400,000 in win and place prize money.