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Metropolitan coach Mr Pagan said he was confident his team could defend their title.
“Star jockeys such as Jamie Kah and Damien Oliver are normally rivals but I’m delighted that for Rapid Racing they will be on the same team, trying their best to make it back-to-back wins for the metro side,” he said.
“Now that I’ve won the Derby, I’m hoping they might take a bit more notice of me this year!”
Country coach Mr Sheedy said he was thrilled to support some of the state’s regional stars on the main stage at Headquarters.
“I’m a big supporter of regional sport and can’t wait to see Victoria’s leading country jockeys showcase their skills at Flemington Racecourse,” he said.
“Denis and I have enjoyed a healthy level of competition in the past and he’ll have to bring his A-game to beat us!”
VRC Chief Executive Officer Steve Rosich said the Club was looking forward to hosting the quick fire race day as part of the ongoing twilight series.
“Rapid Racing is an innovative concept introduced by the VRC and this year we have enhanced the on-course experience with new hospitality offerings and post-races entertainment running late into the evening,” he said.
“Kevin and Denis haven’t lost their enthusiasm for coaching or their will to win, and with some of the nation’s best jockeys competing it’s sure to be an entertaining evening for all, whether you are watching it all unfold live from Flemington or via Racing.com.
“One of the unique elements of this race day is that the jockeys are representing a team and there is bound to be some rivalry on the day.”
Gates open at 2.30pm with $5-Before-5 beer and wine specials on offer across the course.
VRC members can enjoy the on course action from one of Flemington Racecourse’s outstanding dining venues with availability in all restaurants including The Byerley and The Dining Room or relax on the Members Lawn.
As the racing wraps up, the Front Lawn Beer Garden guests can enjoy live music until 9.30pm, with public transport extended to ensure patrons can get home safely.
The Picnic Lawn will play host to an array of free activities perfect for after school including lawn games and an outdoor cinema playing The Incredibles, Ride Like A Girl and The Goonies. Bring along a rug and a tasty picnic spread, or purchase from our food outlets close by.
Racegoers must pre-purchase tickets via Flemington.com.au or VRC Customer Service, with prices starting at $12 per person.
A digital race book will be available at Flemington.com.au
Background information on the Jockeys Challenge
Metropolitan coach Mr Pagan said he was confident his team could defend their title.
“Star jockeys such as Jamie Kah and Damien Oliver are normally rivals but I’m delighted that for Rapid Racing they will be on the same team, trying their best to make it back-to-back wins for the metro side,” he said.
“Now that I’ve won the Derby, I’m hoping they might take a bit more notice of me this year!”
Country coach Mr Sheedy said he was thrilled to support some of the state’s regional stars on the main stage at Headquarters.
“I’m a big supporter of regional sport and can’t wait to see Victoria’s leading country jockeys showcase their skills at Flemington Racecourse,” he said.
“Denis and I have enjoyed a healthy level of competition in the past and he’ll have to bring his A-game to beat us!”
VRC Chief Executive Officer Steve Rosich said the Club was looking forward to hosting the quick fire race day as part of the ongoing twilight series.
“Rapid Racing is an innovative concept introduced by the VRC and this year we have enhanced the on-course experience with new hospitality offerings and post-races entertainment running late into the evening,” he said.
“Kevin and Denis haven’t lost their enthusiasm for coaching or their will to win, and with some of the nation’s best jockeys competing it’s sure to be an entertaining evening for all, whether you are watching it all unfold live from Flemington or via Racing.com.
“One of the unique elements of this race day is that the jockeys are representing a team and there is bound to be some rivalry on the day.”
Gates open at 2.30pm with $5-Before-5 beer and wine specials on offer across the course.
VRC members can enjoy the on course action from one of Flemington Racecourse’s outstanding dining venues with availability in all restaurants including The Byerley and The Dining Room or relax on the Members Lawn.
As the racing wraps up, the Front Lawn Beer Garden guests can enjoy live music until 9.30pm, with public transport extended to ensure patrons can get home safely.
The Picnic Lawn will play host to an array of free activities perfect for after school including lawn games and an outdoor cinema playing The Incredibles, Ride Like A Girl and The Goonies. Bring along a rug and a tasty picnic spread, or purchase from our food outlets close by.
Racegoers must pre-purchase tickets via Flemington.com.au or VRC Customer Service, with prices starting at $12 per person.
A digital race book will be available at Flemington.com.au
Background information on the Jockeys Challenge
- The top seven riders that make up each team were determined by the premiership standings as of Monday 11 January 2021.
- The minimum weight in each race will be 57kg and apprentices are entitled to use their claim in all races.
- As the metropolitan team carried odd-numbered saddlecloths last year, this year will see the country team partner with horses carrying the odd-numbered saddlecloths.
- Jockeys will wear the registered colours for each of their rides, however the two teams will be easily distinguished thanks to team colours that will be worn in the form of breeches and saddlecloths, with the metro team in purple, and the country team in red.
- Points are awarded on a 4-3-2-1 basis, with the winner assigned four points, second place three points, third place two points and fourth place one point.
- Each coach will have two “Power Plays”. Each “Power Play” allows the coach to choose a race that will carry double points should their riders finish in the top four. Double points do not apply for the opposing team unless that race has also been selected by their coach to be a “Power Play” race. Each coach must declare their two “Power Play” races before Race 1.
- All seven riders in each team will be drawn a number 1 to 7 to determine the order of the horse they are allocated in each of the races and in which race they do not ride, as detailed in the following table:
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