The Mauritius Union Group Colonel Draper Cup
Following the running of race 3, the stewards took evidence from riders, trainers and the Track Manager. It was established that due to heavy downpour following the running of race 1, the track had become unsafe. As such for safety reasons, acting under the provisions of MTC Rule 12 (f), the stewards after consultation with the administrative stewards, cancelled the remaining races of Saturday 8th October... False rails will be placed today on Saturday 15th October...
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| Not cool ! |
For the security of the jockeys and the horses, the 28th meeting had to close after the 3rd race... see for yourself
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| Can you see the mud? |
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Partie Remise' !
The rain came in as a 'trouble fête' last Saturday but the Gambling Regulatory Authority (G.R.A.) has informed the Mauritius Turf Club that it has acceded to his request to hold 9 races during the 29th meeting, i.e this Saturday 15th October, 2016. With this additional race, the meeting will start at 12H20.
Come on, let's start the party !
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| Such a great day at the Crown Lodge ! |
What does the Mauritius Turf Club say about the training sessions?
Polar Palace seems to be in great shape and Beach in a Bottle was wearing blinkers, a tongue tie and a nose band.
Captain's Cronicle, Rebel's Game and Roventas worked fast and their companion, Parachute Man did not go unnoticed.
Karraar is said to be in great shape too...
A FEW TIPS FROM US
In the main race,i.e. the 6th one, Charles Leytton will be a hard nut to crack as it drew the first draw...Top Jet with its light weight is a very good placing bet for a very good finish...Super Glue is a normal favourite with its 3rd draw. Mr Leyend should be in the trifecta if it does not hand in the straight. In the last race, Data Controller should be watched as well as Billy Bojangles who worked well during track works.
A little bit of history
The Champ de Mars racecourse is the oldest racecourse in the Southern Hemisphere...and the 2nd oldest in the world. Founded by Britain's Colonel Draper, under the aegis of the Mauritius Turf Club, the track first held its races in June 1812.
Some pics of our guests last Saturday
All Chic and Gorgeous
What did they say ?
Last Saturday
Merethe Due Hansen : Thanks for a lovely day, we had lots of fun - rain or no rain !
Mike Scofield : Pity about the rain, but a really good day regardless !
Other Saturdays
Fabulous day out! Would recommend it to anyone holidaying in Mauritius! We were looked after so well by the whole team who fed and watered us all day - nothing was too much trouble!! Thank you everyone !
Fantastic day out ! Great food and drink, great company, would definitely recommend a day at the races whilst in Mauritius.
Superb experience! Absolutely loved it ! Jacques and the staff are wonderful hosts ! So friendly and welcoming. Met some lovely people. A day out not to be missed.
Excellent day Jack Lad, a few more winners would have been great but the beer and champagne was flowing ... so ! who cares ? ! A recommended day out in Mauritius for sure.
