The afternoon racing at Market Rasen Racecourse will kick off on Friday, May 9th, 2025, promising an exciting day of thrilling races and dramatic moments for all racegoers. With six races scheduled throughout the day, the first race will start at 14:10, and the final race will be at 17:00. Gates will open at 12:10, giving fans ample time to settle in and enjoy the action.
The day’s opening race will be the 100% Racingtv Profits Back To Racing Conditional Jockeys’ Novices’ Limited Handicap Hurdle Race. This Class 5 event will feature young or less-experienced riders, who are granted a weight allowance to help them develop their skills. The horses will carry different weights based on their ratings, and the race will cover a distance of 2 miles 125 yards.
At 14:45, the Every Race Live On Racing TV Maiden Hurdle Race will take place. This Class 4 race will also run over 2 miles 125 yards, giving horses a chance to break their maiden tag. Following that, at 15:15, the Lucas Machinery Handicap Steeple Chase will be the third race of the day. This Class 3 race will cover a distance of 2 miles 5 furlongs 89 yards.
The fourth race of the day, the Chris Coley Bem Celebration Handicap Steeple Chase, will take place at 15:50. Another Class 3 race, this event will be run over 2 miles 7 furlongs 191 yards. At 16:23, the Victor Lucas Memorial Handicap Hurdle Race will offer another exciting opportunity. This Class 3 race will cover a distance of 2 miles 7 furlongs 16 yards.
The final race, the Handicap Hurdle Race, will take place at 17:00. This Class 5 race will be run over 2 miles 4 furlongs 139 yards, capping off an action-packed day of racing.
The event will be part of the County Raceday, which allows racegoers to access all three enclosures and enjoy the grandstand. Fans will be able to view the pre-parade ring and parade ring, getting close to the horses and jockeys. The winners’ enclosure will also be accessible, giving spectators the chance to cheer on the winning teams up close.
Dog owners will be delighted to know that they can bring their furry companions to the course, making it a fun-filled day for all. Additionally, children can enter for free, making this the perfect family-friendly day out.
With all these exciting elements combined, this County Raceday at Market Rasen Racecourse is an unmissable event for racing fans. Don’t miss out on the fun—see you at the races!
