Newmarket trainers step into the commentary box for the 32Red Newmarket Open Weekend

On Saturday, 17th September, the first day of the 32Red Newmarket Open Weekend, racegoers will once again be treated to exclusive on course commentary at the Rowley Mile.  A handful of Newmarket based trainers, along with a special guest, have agreed to commit to learning the art of commentating in aid of the beneficiaries of the Open Weekend; The Racing Welfare Newmarket Housing Project and the Newmarket Day Centre.

 

Classic winning trainer and current holder of the Julian Wilson trophy for best commentary from last year’s event, William Haggas, will again be putting his commentary skills to the test.  Trainers set to join the reigning champion in the commentary box will be George Margarson, Roger Varian and Gay Kelleway, all of whom will be aiming to knock Haggas off the podium.

 

These trainers may be masters of the horse but calling a race is no easy task.  However, the special guest will be hoping that his experience behind the microphone will give him that competitive edge.  Mick Quinn, former professional footballer and current presenter on TalkSPORT radio, will also be calling them home for one race on the day.

 

Each guest commentator will undergo rigorous training and receive some of the very best advice on offer from industry professionals, as they bid to ensure a word perfect performance for their allocated race.

William Haggas, Classic winning trainer and title defending commentator said;

“Having sneaked home victorious in last year’s inaugural contest, I am very keen to retain my crown in this year’s trainer commentary competition at Newmarket on September 17^th, during the 32Red Newmarket Open Weekend.”

“It was a mixture of fear and shredded nerves that I stepped into the commentary box last year, and hope this year that I will give a more polished performance and fend off the six rivals who do battle again. It should be great fun and I hope just a little bit different to the norm on all other racedays at Newmarket. We look forward to seeing you there.”
Sara Cumani, Chairman of 32Red Newmarket Open Weekend, said;

“We are very thankful to the trainers who are taking the time to be part of this great initiative.  It’s going to be a fantastic experience to both seasoned and novice racegoers on course and all proceeds raised will go to very worthy causes.

 

“This year’s 32Red Newmarket Open Weekend is set to be another fantastic occasion with lots of different aspects available for all the family to enjoy.”

Each trainer has a Just Giving page and has been randomly selected to represent one of the three chosen charities associated with this year’s 32Red Newmarket Open Weekend.  To donate, please visit the team page via https://www.justgiving.com/teams/NOWTrainers

Tickets are still available for both days with kids under 18 going FREE all weekend.  For more information regarding all the activities taking place on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th September please visit phpstack-25489-1437829.cloudwaysapps.com

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