A growing event on both the Finley and Berrigan calendars, this year’s family friendly atmosphere promises not to disappoint.
As usual the course will be in excellent condition and bring an exciting afternoon of pure country racing.
The five race program includes the $10,000 main event the Finley Autumn Cup — won last year by six year-old gelding Gagosian trained by Albury’s Andrew Dale and ridden by Jake Duffy.
Berrigan Race Club secretary Carolyn Alexander said she’s thrilled to have racing return to the Southern Riverina this weekend.
‘‘It’s forecast to be a warm sunny day which is perfect for racing.
‘‘As usual the course is looking fabulous with plenty of green grass and inviting for the horses and punters.
‘‘Saturday is all about having a stress free afternoon so come out and enjoy the country racing atmosphere.
‘‘Hopefully everyone backs a winner,’’ Ms Alexander said.
The Finley Autumn Cup isn’t just about the races, there’s also a great chance for the ladies to show off their best outfits and fascinators.
Fashions on the Field, sponsored by Eagle i will be running again this year with plenty of prizes up for grabs.
Colour schemes of black and white, grey with a brighter colour or darker pastel tones with cream are set to dominate the autumn fashion, on what it expected to be a warm day with the sun shining.
Each year has seen a different winner for the top prize, with Tracy Butler and Ainsley Massina claiming Lady of the Day in 2019.
The categories for Fashions on the Field are as follows:
Lady of the Day; Couple of the Day; Little Race Goer Under 10 years; Young Race Goer 11-18 years.
The day will also feature a large public bar, and of course there are bookmakers and TAB available with an ATM available trackside.
The main feature race, Finley Autumn Cup is sponsored by Finley IGA and the Country Club.
All tickets are available at the gates, opening at 11am, with general admission $20, pensioners $10 and children 16 and under entering for free.
Local buses will be running from Finley to Berrigan leaving the Country Club Hotel, Finley. Contact the Country Club for further details.
Prizes will be awarded to best presented strapper after presenting their horses for each race in the parade ground.
For this meeting the membership draw will be worth $100, members must be present on the day to collect.
For more information contact Carolyn Alexander on 0427 668 062 or go to the website at berriganraceclub.com.au or Facebook at Berrigan Race Club.
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