One of my two horses, Merlot, ran in the 2nd race at Hastings Racecourse this past Saturday and placed 2nd in the race. It was a busy day at the track due to the Belmont Stakes being run in the USA but being shown live on the big screen at Hastings. A had a friend with me on this day but I still followed my race day routine. I get to the track early enough to pick up my free program and sign up for paddock access and chat with a few people I have met at the track. We then went inside and had a sit down lunch at Jerome’s where there is pub style seating. After lunch we walked around a bit, placed a small wager or two for a few races (including the Belmont) then watched the first race.
After the first race was over we made our way to the paddock along with several other owners to watch the horses get ready for the 2nd race… me with camera in hand of course. Merlot was looking good pre-race so hopes were high for a good strong finish and Jockey Ruben Lara and Merlot delivered. After the horses left the paddock to go on the track we made our way to the finish line area to try and get a good spot near the finish line and near the winners circle just in case Merlot had won the race. Merlot didnt win the race but finished a good 2nd place and came away in good shape.
I won’t be able to make it to the track this weekend due to other commitments but plan to be there next weekend where both of my horses, Merlot and Shooting Jacket, are scheduled to be running in the same race! Should be a very exciting day!
For more information about what is happening at Hastings Racecourse visit their website:
http://www.hastingsracecourse.com/
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