Being a horserace enthusiast and bettor means taking up a lifestyle that involves frequent trips to the horse races themselves, as well as plenty of planning in advance. If you haven’t had the chance to attend the races that have already occurred this year, you need not worry too much as there are still plenty more to come. Stay ahead of the pack of other horserace enthusiasts, and pencil these highly anticipated Sydney races taking place over the next few months into your schedule. They’re certainly worth spending some time (and money) at.
Two-Year-Old Riches: Golden Slipper Stakes
The richest annual race for two-year-old horses, the Golden Slipper Stakes, will be held this year on Saturday, April 5 at Rosehill Racecourse in Sydney. This 1200-metre race with weight conditions is worth $3.5 million, and is a long-anticipated race for horserace enthusiasts and bettors alike. As an annual event that has become a tradition since its very first race in 1957, the Golden Slipper has become an integral part of the world of horse racing, and is one event you certainly won’t want to miss this year, or any other.
The Championships: Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival
The 2014 Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival has been going on since February, but if you’ve missed the races so far, you need not worry! Some of the most anticipated races of the Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival are still to come, with the final races taking place each Saturday throughout April. The Championships are two feature race days that you certainly won’t want to miss. They will be taking place at Randwick on Saturday, April 12 and the following Saturday, April 19. If you have to choose between the two Championships at Randwick, perhaps opt for Queen Elizabeth Stakes on April 19, which is now the richest race of the Carnival.
Theatre of the Horse: Royal Randwick Race Day
On Saturday, May 24, join Royal Randwick racetrack for a day of luxury racing and get up-close-and-personal with the excitement on the track. With the new and impressive “Theatre of the Horse” track, which is an outdoor tiered-style amphitheatre, you are sure to enjoy the action of the races and have a great vantage point from your seat. If you haven’t visited this track before, you’ll be impressed by the outdoor screen that displays each incredible moment on the track; it’s actually the largest outdoor screen in the southern hemisphere. This racetrack is certainly worth visiting just for the experience it offers, not to mention the excitement of the races before you.
Having attended some of these renowned horse races, which are arguably the most anticipated of the year, you will certainly be glad that you took the time to pencil them into your schedule. It’s never too late to enjoy a day at the races, so be sure to stay ahead of the pack when it comes to jumping on last minute opportunities. You just never know how much enjoyment (and winnings!) you’ll end up going home with.
