The Lincolnshire track is staging Spire Brewing Company’s Gentleman’s Raceday – and champion trainer Paul Nicholls and his close rival Nicky Henderson fancy sampling a winner or two.
The ten-time title holder took over on top of the leader board for the 2016/17 season at the weekend and will be determined to stay there through to April.
Intriguingly though, Market Rasen is the British racecourse at which Paul Nicholls – despite his huge successes especially over the past decade – has his worst record with no winners for more than five years
Add into the mix nine entries from Midlands handler Dan Skelton, who landed both the major prizes at the track over the summer on Betfred Summer Plate day, and a competitive afternoon of sport is in prospect.
There is over £50,000 in prize-money on offer, with the feature race being the Spire Brewing Company – Chesterfield, Hopink Mad Handicap Hurdle.
As well as watching competitive racing, visitors will be able to enjoy real ales in a pop-up pub, plus pub games including pool, table football and darts.
Nadia Gollings, General Manager, Market Rasen Racecourse, said: “We’re all set for a cracking day on Saturday, both on and off the racetrack. With the jump racing season stepping up a gear, it will be an afternoon when the leading lights of the sport really flex their muscles.
“We’re also pleased to be providing other entertainment for visitors, with ales from the Spire Brewing Company and pub games to be enjoyed.”
Saturday, 15th October: More information is available at www.marketrasenraces.co.uk where tickets can be bought in advance at a discount. Prices start at £9 for adults, while accompanied children are admitted free of charge. Special admission packages are also available. Racing is scheduled to begin at 1.35pm, with gates open two hours before.
Market Rasen Racecourse is staging 22 jump racing meetings in 2016 and is a leading conference and events centre in the East Midlands. More information is available at www.marketrasenraces.co.uk
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