Sandown Hospitality – Coral Eclipse Day Equus Restaurant Package

The Coral-Eclipse Stakes at Sandown Park is one of the most prestigious Group 1 flat races in the UK, renowned for its rich history and the exciting clash between the Classic generation and older horses.

🏇 Origins and Historical Significance

Inaugurated in 1886, the Eclipse Stakes was Britain’s richest race at the time, with a £10,000 prize fund donated by Leopold de Rothschild at the request of General Owen Williams, a co-founder of Sandown Park . The race was named after the legendary 18th-century racehorse Eclipse, who retired undefeated after 18 starts and became a leading sire.

The inaugural winner, Bendigo, was six years old, making him the oldest winner in the race’s history—a feat that has not been repeated . Over the years, the race has attracted top-class horses, including Derby winners and Classic champions, establishing its reputation as a premier event in the British racing calendar.

📅 Coral’s Longstanding Sponsorship

Since 1976, the race has been sponsored by Coral bookmakers, making it the longest-running sponsored Pattern race in Britain . In 2025, the partnership celebrated its 50th anniversary, with the race offering a record £1 million in prize money, the highest ever at Sandown Park .

🏆 Recent Highlights and Notable Winners

The Coral-Eclipse has showcased some of the sport’s most iconic horses:

  • Enable (2019) – A remarkable mare who won the race at five years old, becoming only the third mare to do so .

  • Golden Horn (2015) – Dominated the race, leading to a world-class season that included victories in the Derby and Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe .

  • Sea The Stars (2009) – Achieved a memorable win in the Eclipse, adding to his illustrious career.

  • Brigadier Gerard (1972) – Secured his 14th consecutive victory in the race, solidifying his status as one of the greatest racehorses

In 2025, Delacroix, trained by Aidan O’Brien and ridden by Ryan Moore, clinched a dramatic victory in the Eclipse Stakes, overcoming a challenging race setup to defeat the favorite, Ombudsman, in the final strides

🎉 Eclipse Day at Sandown Park

Held annually in early July, Coral-Eclipse Day at Sandown Park is a highlight of the British racing season. The event features a seven-race card, including the Group 3 Sprint Stakes (Coral Charge), the Coral Challenge Handicap, and the Coral Distaff. The day offers a blend of top-tier racing and entertainment, attracting both dedicated racing fans and casual visitors

The Coral-Eclipse Stakes continues to be a premier event in the British racing calendar, celebrated for its rich history, prestigious winners, and the thrilling competition it brings each

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