PLAN YOUR TRAVEL FOR 2017 AND MAKE YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE

FIXTURES FOR 2017

Before we talk about the 2017 season, we sincerely hope you all had a Peaceful Christmas and that Santa Claus filled generously your shoes...

As promised in our last blog, we are pleased to let you have the provisional dates for the 2017 fixtures and hope we shall have the pleasure to share many enjoyable and unforgettable Saturdays with you during the forthcoming season:

Saturday 25th March - The Duchess of York Cup

April : Saturday 01st, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th

May : Saturday 06th, 13th, 20th, 27th

June : Saturday 03rd, 10th, 17th, 24th

July : Saturday 1st - The Barbé Cup, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th

August : Saturday 5th, 12th, 19th

September : Sunday 03rd The Maiden Cup, Saturday 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th

October : Saturday 07th, 14th, 21st, The Duke of York Cup on the 28th

November : Saturday 04th, 11th, 18th, 25th

December : The International Jockey's Week End on the 2nd and 3rd December

We look forward to spoil you again in 2017 !

Out with the old, in with the new, may you be Happy the whole year through !

The New Year lies ahead with books to be read and adventures to be led, make the Crown Lodge one of your 2017 adventures

A New Year is like a blank book and the pen is in your hands, it is your chance to write a beautiful story for yourself... we shall give you lots to write after your vist at 'The Place To Be'

See you in 2017 

from Jacques and Team

LIGHTING UP THE HOLIDAY SEASON

THE TWO-DAY DECEMBER MEETING KNOWN AS THE 'INTERNATIONAL WEEK END' LIGHTED UP THE HOLIDAY SEASON ONCE AGAIN ON SATURDAY 3RD AND SUNDAY 4TH DECEMBER

It was 'the' week end for the horse racing passionates with the two-day December meeting known as the 'International week end' at the Champ de Mars.  It was the closing up of the hippic season but the lighting up of the holiday season.

LADY RIDERS

Ladies first !  Lara Le Geay won the World Fegentri Championship on Mr Oshkosh who missed the start!  But she fought like a lionness in the final straight  and got the better of Lividus who had Larissa Biess on its back.  Hana Jurankova who was riding Black Gambit had to settle 3rd and Celina Webber finished 4th.

Presentation time...

About to throw my cap...

She threw it, lucky who caught it !

GLORY TO FRANCE !

Maxime Guyon has been crowned champion jockey for the 2016 International Jockeys' weekend with 44 points in front of James Winks (Australia), 26 points.  We understand he is still cruising in second gear as he won the 'Prix des Vagues' on Taghir Tash and the 'Prix de Breuils' on Galantes Tigresses in Deauville last Thursday!  Keep it up Maxime!

Congratulations Mr Guyon!

TRAINERS' COMPETITION

Chitranjan Ramdin was thrilled as he was on the higest level of the big stage this international week end; he won the Trainers' crown with 36 points, 4 ahead of Ramapatee Gujadhur.  On the 3rd level of the podium stood Patrick Merven with 30 points.

GUESTS COMMENTS ON THE CROWN LODGE

As a regular racegoer in the UK, having visited numerous meetings and festivals (Cheltenham and Royal Ascot) over the years, I was eargerly looking forward to visiting the Champ de Mars and Crown Lodge whilst on honeymoon in Mauritius.  I was not disappointed.  Jacques is a genial host and ensures all his guests are looked after.  The Crown Lodge balcony is situated almost on the finishing line and the hills and mountains behind proivde a spectacular backdrop to the racing.  It's a small right hand oval around 7 furlongs round and you can see everything from the box, (basically Chester in reverse).  The food is of high standard and Jacques delights in ensuring everyone's glass is fully topped up at all times.  You don't have to have a knowledge of racing to enjoy the day.  It's a great day out and not to be missed in Mauritius!

The best seats for those who want a sun tan during a raceday...

Jacques, the host 'génial'with his guests !

From Gilbert Dépret, France : Un grand MERCI à Jacques et à toute l'équipe pour cette journée inoubliable au Champ de Mars... Accueil et accompagnement remarquables, excellente ambiance dans la loge et cerise sur le gateau, le tour de piste à bord de la voiture pour accompagner les équipages de la 7ème course (bruits, sensations, rythme, vitesse, 2 minutes mémorables...).  Merci Jacques.

A 'to do' experience, full of emotions

Watching the race so close is 'something'...

SOME SOUVENIR PICS OF THIS MEMORABLE WEEK END

Entertainment between the races...

We hope you have enjoyed the sharing of these moments brought to you by the Crown Lodge.  Check our boog as we shall keep you posted on trackworks when available.  We shall also publish the 2017 program soon so that you can make your travel plans and book your seats at the Crown Lodge in time 😄Merry Christmas from us and be blessed for 2017.  We raise our glass and say thanks for your support and hope to see you very soon ! 

Cheers !

Jacques and Team

THE INTERNATIONAL WEEK END IS FINALLY HERE - LET'S CELEBRATE

THE INTERNATIONAL WEEK END AT THE CHAMP DE MARS IS A RENDEZ-VOUS NOT TO BE MISSED, A SHOW YOU MUST WATCH AND SOUVENIRS YOU MUST PACK IN YOUR SUITCASE AND BRING HOME... AND SHARE ! 

LET'S HAVE A LOOK AT SOME SOUVENIR PICS OF 2015

Sponsored by Air Mauritius and Attitude in 2015 and ... in 2016

LADIES WEAR YOUR ELEGANT HATS ON SATURDAY AND A SEXY SAREE ON SUNDAY - THE COMPETION IS ON AGAIN...

ALL EYES ON THE 'CAVALIERES' - ENJOY THE SHOW...

The Mauritius-Longines World Fegentri Championship for Lady Riders...

THEY ARE BACK THIS YEAR AGAIN

'Racing remains an event that brings Mauritians together' says Mr Marc Lagesse and it is so true..

THE LOCAL BEER PHOENIX 'NOU LA BIERRE'... AND THAT OF OUR GUESTS

ATTEND A RACE DAY IN STYLE AT THE CROWN LODGE... 

WINNING MOMENTS FOR ALL OUR GUESTS

FROM START TO FINISH YOU WILL BE LOOKED AFTER BY JACQUES AND HIS TEAM

SOME TIPS FROM US THIS SATURDAY

In the main race the two best horses are Candy Rock and Super Glue but Bandido Caballero and even Track Master with their good finish should be watched.  In the 2nd race, Political Power with its first draw, is a normal favourite.  But, Anafesto with Champion Mendizabal on board, could have its first win in Mauritius.  Nadas who worked very well during track works should be watched.  4th race : looks very interesting with the last time winner Suzie's Arrow.  But Dawn Raid who will be well placed as it holds the third draw, will have a very good run.  Schachar should be ignored if he manages to lead as it drew 4th. Rambullion who showed a fantastic finish last time could be in the quartet.  Good Luck !

WE CAN'T WAIT TO WELCOME YOU AT THE CROWN LODGE DURING THIS EXCITING AND FASTASTIC WEEK END - COME ON AND FEEL GOOD !

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING TO EXPERIENCE A RACE DAY AT THE CROWN LODGE - YOU WON'T BE DECEIVED, WE PROMISE !  A DIFFERENCE...