Day two at the St Leger Festival at Doncaster Racecourse is Doncaster Cup Day, named after the feature race of the day. Click on any race below to access more race information, including the latest tips, racecards, odds and more.
Friday, September 13th, 2024
| Time | Race | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 13:50 | Betfred Mallard Handicap Stakes | Class 2 |
| 14:25 | Betfred Flying Scotsman Stakes | Listed |
| 15:00 | Flying Childers Stakes | Group 2 |
| 15:35 | Doncaster Cup Stakes | Group 2 |
| 16:10 | Premier Fillies Handicap Stakes | Class 2 |
| 16:45 | Coopers Marquees Maiden Fillies Stakes | Class 2 |
| 17:20 | Believe Money Confined Nursery Handicap | Class 4 |
| 17:55 | Hilton Garden Inn Handicap Stakes | Class 4 |
Overview of Day 2 Races
1:50 PM – The Betfred Mallard Handicap Stakes (Class 2)
- Race Distance: 1 mile, 6 furlongs, and 133 yards
- Conditions: Open to horses aged 3 years and older, with a rating of 86-105
- Prize Money: £70,000.00
- Race Details: The Mallard Handicap is a competitive staying race over nearly 1 mile and 7 furlongs. This class 2 handicap features experienced stayers and promises a strong contest for the substantial prize on offer.
2:25 PM – The Betfred Flying Scotsman Stakes (Class 1) (Listed Race)
- Race Distance: 7 furlongs and 6 yards
- Conditions: Open to 2-year-olds
- Prize Money: £65,000.00
- Race Details: The Flying Scotsman Stakes is a Listed race for 2-year-olds, offering a key opportunity for young horses to showcase their talent over 7 furlongs. This race often features some of the brightest juvenile prospects.
3:00 PM – The Carlsberg Danish Pilsner Flying Childers Stakes (Class 1) (Group 2)
- Race Distance: 5 furlongs and 3 yards
- Conditions: Open to 2-year-olds
- Prize Money: £130,000.00
- Race Details: The Flying Childers Stakes is a prestigious Group 2 sprint for juveniles, run over the minimum distance of 5 furlongs. This race attracts some of the fastest 2-year-olds, making it an exciting and high-speed contest.
3:35 PM – The Betfred Howard Wright Doncaster Cup Stakes (Class 1) (Group 2) (British Champions Series)
- Race Distance: 2 miles, 1 furlong, and 215 yards
- Conditions: Open to horses aged 3 years and older
- Prize Money: £140,000.00
- Race Details: The Doncaster Cup is a premier long-distance Group 2 race and part of the British Champions Series. Run over just over 2 miles, this historic staying race is a key event for top stayers and is one of the longest races in the festival.
4:10 PM – The British Stallion Studs EBF Premier Fillies’ Handicap Stakes (Class 2)
- Race Distance: 1 mile, 3 furlongs, and 215 yards
- Conditions: Open to fillies aged 3 years and older, with a rating of 81-100
- Prize Money: £65,000.00
- Race Details: This competitive fillies’ handicap is run over nearly 1 mile and 4 furlongs. The race attracts a strong field of fillies looking to showcase their stamina and ability at this challenging distance.
4:45 PM – The Coopers Marquees EBF Maiden Fillies’ Stakes (Class 2) (GBB Race)
- Race Distance: 7 furlongs and 6 yards
- Conditions: Open to 2-year-old fillies
- Prize Money: £30,000.00
- Race Details: This maiden fillies’ race provides an opportunity for 2-year-olds to break their maiden status over 7 furlongs. As a GBB race, it offers additional prize incentives for horses entered into the scheme.
5:20 PM – The Believe Money ‘Confined’ Nursery Handicap Stakes (Class 4) (For horses with no more than one win)
- Race Distance: 6 furlongs and 2 yards
- Conditions: Open to 2-year-olds, with a rating of 0-85
- Prize Money: £22,500.00
- Race Details: This nursery handicap is confined to 2-year-olds that have won no more than one race. Run over 6 furlongs, it provides a competitive platform for less experienced horses to gain valuable racing experience.
5:55 PM – The Hilton Garden Inn Doncaster Racecourse Handicap Stakes (Class 4)
- Race Distance: 5 furlongs and 3 yards
- Conditions: Open to horses aged 3 years and older, with a rating of 59-78
- Prize Money: £22,500.00
- Race Details: The final race of the day is a 5-furlong sprint for horses rated between 59-78. This class 4 handicap offers a fast-paced conclusion to Day 2, featuring a competitive field of sprinters.
