MEDIA RELEASE
Further to the advice that the Southern Cross Finals race meeting has been moved to Port Pirie on Saturday 1 August, HRSA wishes to advice of the following changes to race conditions:
- The Southern Cross 2YO Finals for colts and geldings and fillies will now be run over 1609 metres (previously 1800 metres);
- The Southern Cross 3YO Finals for colts and geldings and fillies will now be run over 2050 metres (previously 2230 metres);
- All other races on the night will now be run over the following distances;
- Race 1, Race 2 & Race 9 will be run over 1609 metres (previously 1800 metres);
- Race 7 will be run over 2050 metres (previously 2230 metres); and
- Race 8 will be run over 2530 metres (previously 2645 metres).
- The Barrier draws for each race will remain the same, with 7 horses across the front row.
- The race order and race times will remain unchanged.
- HRSA will pay a $100 Float Rebate for every horse which starts at the meeting.
- HRSA will be also be available to assist with horse floating arrangements.
More information:
David Thuen, Racing Operations Manager
Ph: 0412 797 804
