MGM has obtained title sponsorship for Clarence House Chase Day at the Ascot Racecourse on January 20th. The day’s pinnacle event, the Grade 1 MGM Clarence House Chase, offers a prize of £175,000. This esteemed race has historically drawn racing icons such as Altior, Energumene, and Sprinter Sacre. This year, enthusiasts eagerly await a clash between racing stars Jonbon and El Fabio, conditioned by racing titans Nicky Henderson and Willie Mullins, respectively.
MGM’s backing encompasses five additional races on the day’s schedule, including the noteworthy Grade 2 MGM Mares’ Hurdle (Registered as The Warfield) with a £60,000 purse. The cumulative prize pool for MGM Clarence House Chase Day in 2024 has reached an unprecedented £415,000, a substantial 13% surge from 2022’s £366,400.
Sam Behar, Director of MGM UK, conveyed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, remarking, “We are delighted to be collaborating with Ascot for this distinguished occasion. Being the primary sponsor of such a pivotal date on the racing calendar is a moment of pride for MGM and further solidifies our dedication to horse racing. We eagerly look forward to the day itself and witnessing a fantastic running of the race between Jonbon and El Fabio!”
Ascot Racecourse Commercial Director and Deputy CEO, Felicity Barnard, expressed excitement about having BetMGM as a partner for their race day. She conveyed anticipation for a strong collaborative relationship throughout the BetMGM Clarence House Chase.
Barnard highlighted the importance of the collaboration, noting that their backing is crucial in reaching unprecedented prize money for the event. She emphasized that the BetMGM Clarence House Chase consistently stands out as a seasonal highlight, and this year is poised to deliver another captivating competition.
This news follows closely on the heels of BetMGM’s recent title sponsorship of the UK’s Premier League Darts, underscoring their expanding footprint within the sports realm.”
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