Day four at the St Leger Festival at Doncaster Racecourse is Leger Legends Day, named after the Leger Legends charity race. Click on any race below to access more race information, including the latest tips, racecards, odds and more.
Sunday, September 15th, 2024
Time | Race | Grade |
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14:05 | Pertemps Network Handicap | Class 3 |
14:40 | City of Doncaster Handicap | Class 2 |
15:15 | Sceptre Stakes | Group 3 |
15:45 | Leger Legends Stakes | Class 5 |
16:15 | Betfred The Classic Bookmaker Handicap | Class 2 |
16:50 | I Love Julie Parkes Handicap | Class 4 |
17:25 | Harrison College Apprentice Handicap Stakes | Class 4 |
Overview of Day 4 Races
2:05 PM – The Pertemps Network Handicap Stakes (Class 3)
- Race Distance: 5 furlongs and 3 yards
- Conditions: Open to horses aged 3 years and older, with a rating of 76-95
- Prize Money: £35,000.00
- Race Details: This sprint race over 5 furlongs opens Day 4 of the St Leger Festival. As a class 3 handicap, it features a competitive field of sprinters and offers a fast-paced start to the day.
2:40 PM – The Betfred City of Doncaster Handicap Stakes (Class 2)
- Race Distance: 7 furlongs and 6 yards
- Conditions: Open to 3-year-olds, with a rating of 81-100
- Prize Money: £65,000.00
- Race Details: This class 2 handicap is run over 7 furlongs, providing an exciting contest for 3-year-olds. The substantial prize money attracts a strong field of competitors.
3:15 PM – The Japan Racing Association Sceptre Fillies’ Stakes (Class 1) (Group 3)
- Race Distance: 7 furlongs and 6 yards
- Conditions: Open to fillies and mares aged 3 years and older
- Prize Money: £85,000.00
- Race Details: The Sceptre Fillies’ Stakes is a Group 3 race, attracting some of the best fillies and mares over 7 furlongs. This prestigious race offers a significant prize and is one of the highlights of the day.
3:45 PM – The Graham Lee Vickers.Bet Leger Legends Classified Stakes (Class 5)
- Race Distance: 1 mile
- Conditions: Open to horses aged 3 years and older, with a rating of 0-70
- Prize Money: £20,000.00
- Race Details: The Leger Legends Classified Stakes is a unique race that sees retired jockeys return to the saddle in a charitable event. Run over 1 mile, this class 5 race offers an entertaining and nostalgic race for fans.
4:15 PM – The Betfred “The Classic Bookmaker” Handicap Stakes (Class 2)
- Race Distance: 6 furlongs and 111 yards
- Conditions: Open to horses aged 4 years and older, with a rating of 86-105
- Prize Money: £70,000.00
- Race Details: This class 2 handicap is run over just under 7 furlongs and features a competitive field of sprinters. The strong prize fund ensures a top-quality lineup for this fast-paced event.
4:50 PM – The I Love Julie Parkes Handicap Stakes (Class 4)
- Race Distance: 1 mile, 2 furlongs, and 43 yards
- Conditions: Open to horses aged 3 years and older, with a rating of 59-78
- Prize Money: £22,500.00
- Race Details: This class 4 handicap is a middle-distance contest for horses rated 59-78. The race provides a competitive field over 1 mile and 2 furlongs, attracting promising contenders looking to move up in class.
5:25 PM – The Harrison College – Your Future Your Choice Apprentice Handicap Stakes (Class 4)
- Race Distance: 6 furlongs and 2 yards
- Conditions: Open to horses aged 3 years and older, with a rating of 66-85
- Prize Money: £22,500.00
- Race Details: The final race of the day is an apprentice handicap, providing up-and-coming jockeys an opportunity to compete. Run over 6 furlongs, this class 4 race offers an exciting finish to the day with a competitive sprint event.