At the prestigious and historic Doncaster Racecourse on Saturday, 28 February, competitive racing unfolds from 1:25 PM to 4:50 PM at the iconic Town Moor venue. The carefully structured seven-race programme brings together strong fields, varied distances and substantial prize funds. Established performers and emerging contenders compete across hurdles, steeple chases and a National Hunt flat contest in a refined afternoon fixture.
The action begins at 1:25 PM with The Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle Race (Class 1), contested over 3m 120y with £45,000 in prize money. Eight runners go to post, including Barra Rua, Broomfield Aderra, Coolanna, Dream Shadow, Easy Love and Limerick Lass. The extended trip demands endurance, accuracy and steady rhythm from the opening hurdle.
At 1:55 PM, the Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 2) takes place over 2m 86y for a prize fund of £40,000. Six runners line up, featuring Hercule du Seuil, Brookie, Mighty Bandit, Queens Gamble, Homme Public and Gabriel’s Getaway. Precision over fences and tactical positioning shape the outcome over the sharper chase distance.
The feature contest follows at 2:30 PM with the Grimthorpe Handicap Steeple Chase (Class 2). Thirteen runners compete over a demanding distance of 3m 2f 9y with total prize money of £70,000. King’s Threshold, Destroytheevidence, King Turgeon, Dartmoor Pirate, Lord Accord and Jasmin de Grugy headline a strong field. The staying trip and depth of competition make it one of the standout races of the programme.
At 3:05 PM, the Maiden Hurdle Race (Class 3) is staged over 2m 3f 110y carrying £15,000 in prize money. Nine runners take part, including Asta La Vista, Berks And Bucks, Bobbarelli, Dropematthestation, Kefir d’Oudairies and Leader Crik. Several contenders seek their breakthrough success and aim to convert potential into a first victory.
The card continues at 3:40 PM with the Novices’ Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 5) over 2m 150y for a prize fund of £8,200. Ten runners line up, including Tilehurst, The Resdev Tyke, Chevington, Captain Cool, Caramelo Rapido and Animato. The contest provides developing runners with valuable experience and an opportunity to progress within handicap competition.
At 4:15 PM, eight runners contest the Handicap Hurdle Race (Class 2) over 3m 120y with £25,000 in prize money. Minella Rescue, Kamsinas, Intosomethinggood, Ike Sport, Big Ticket and Serious Chat feature among the declared participants. Sustained stamina and efficient jumping over the longer distance will be essential to secure a strong finish.
The programme concludes at 4:50 PM with the “Junior” National Hunt Flat Race (Class 5) over 2m 150y offering £4,500 in prize money. Nine young prospects, including Cotton Socks, Friendly Glance, Ivor Bear, Moscow Star, Music Song and Noble Way, compete in the final contest. The bumper serves as a platform for emerging talent to gain experience and signal future potential.
Overall, the Doncaster Race Cards 28 February delivers a competitive and well-balanced programme at Town Moor with strong participation, clear race structure and meaningful prize funds across all seven races.
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