Betting

New Zealand Derby – 1 March 2008

The Auckland Racing Club is located at the Ellerslie Racecourse, which is the premier racecourse in Auckland, New Zealand. Not only does it provide a pristine right handed turf track for thoroughbred racing events, but its steeplechase track is legendary. Set amongst landscaped gardens, manicured lawns and the unlimited number of shady trees, the Ellerslie Racecourse is known for its breathtaking beauty and tranquil surroundings. It is host to approximately twenty six major racing events during the year, including the Auckland Cup, Summer Carnival and the New Zealand Derby.

Dubai World Cup 2008

The Dubai World Cup is known to be one of the premier international horse racing events of the year. The Dubai World Cup 2008 will take place on 28 February 2008. It is an event that features some of the greatest horses in the world, and every trainer, owner and jockey strives throughout the year to be invited to this rich purse race of a staggering $6 million. And with many big names in racing heading to this magnificent event, it is guaranteed to be a racing extravaganza filled with excitement, anticipation and nail-biting finishes.

Louisiana Derby at Fair Grounds Racecourse

The Louisiana Derby, or what was to become the Louisiana Derby, was inaugurated in 1898, with the first winner of this spectacular race being Presbyterian. As with the race itself, the racecourse has a rich and colorful history, and remains one of the oldest racecourse sites still operating in the horse racing industry today. The winning combination between the Fair Grounds Racecourse and the Louisiana Derby has made this event a premier gathering of the horse racing community and an important race in the Fair Grounds Racecourse racing season.