Galway Races confirm extra new race for Tuesday
It will make Tuesday an eight race card day
Galway Races attendees will be getting more bang for their buck on Day Two of the Festival as an extra race has been added for Tuesday.
Michael Moloney, the Chief Executive Officer of the Galway Races since 2015, expects to welcome at least 130,000 visitors across the seven days this week as Ballybrit becomes the epicentre of horse racing with sales galloping up by 36%.
Moloney said that the Galway Races team are “always trying to improve things” and as a result, they have added an extra steeplechase to Tuesday’s Race meeting making it an eight-card race now.
Galway Racecourse has also unveiled Tote 26, a dedicated festival venue which has been designed to enhance Raceday experience whether you’re on or off the track.
Moloney said: “Tote 26 will provide racegoers with a top-class area where they can follow the racing, meet friends and enjoy the unique atmosphere that has made Galway one of the most popular fixtures in the Irish sporting calendar.
“The launch forms part of continued investment in the racecourse experience and comes alongside Tote’s ongoing sponsorship of the Galway Plate, the festival’s most historic and prestigious race.
“Tote also continues its sponsorship of the stable staff canteen, recognising the vital role stable staff play throughout the week. The initiative reflects Tote’s ongoing commitment to the people behind Irish racing and to supporting the highest standards of equine welfare.
Lynda Reilly, General Manager of Tote Ireland, added: “Tote has always been committed to supporting every aspect of Irish racing, from racegoers and racing fans to the hardworking individuals behind the scenes.
“The launch of Tote 26 is an exciting opportunity to enhance the customer experience at Galway Racecourse, while our continued sponsorship of the Galway Plate and support for stable staff reflects our ongoing investment in the sport and the people who make it possible.”
“Galway is one of the highlights of the Irish racing calendar and we are proud to continue strengthening our presence at the festival through initiatives that bring fans closer to the action and celebrate the wider racing community.”