Betting operator, William Hill, has been announced as the official betting partner for the upcoming Qipco Guineas Festival.
William Hill Announced As Qipco Guineas Festival Betting Partner
William Hill has been successful in becoming the official betting partner of the Qipco Guineas Festival, which will act as the opener for the UK Classic racing season.
By landing this sponsorship deal William Hill has increased its portfolio for spring racing events, as the Guineas joins the Lincoln at Doncaster, the Punchestown Champion Chase and the Randox Grand National Festival.
Running across three days, the Qipco Guineas Festival is one of the most established races in the UK and has infamous races such as the 1000/2000 Guineas.
Over the course of the weekend, William Hill will be the official sponsor for 15 races, as Palace House, Dahlia Stakes and the Jockey Club Stakes will all be under the WH umbrella.
The 2000 Guineas race has been identified as one of the most exciting this year, as City Of Troy, trained by the iconic horse trainer, Aidan O’Brien is the heavy favourite.
In similar fashion, horse racing enthusiasts have been eagerly awaiting the 1000 Guineas and Fallen Angel, trained by Karl Burke, is the favourite in a very even lineup.
A Spokesperson from William Hill, Lee Phelps, has shown his delight at the agreement to sponsor the Guineas and how it has continued to improve the relationship with The Jockey Club.
He said: “We’re delighted to become the official betting partner of the Qipco Guineas Festival, strengthening our relationship with The Jockey Club on the back of a fantastic Grand National Festival.
“It’s brilliant for William Hill to be associated directly with such a prestigious event at Newmarket, the home of the thoroughbred, for this season’s first two Classics. The company has a close connection with the history of the 2000 Guineas, as William Hill himself bred the 1949 winner Nimbus, who then went on to win the Derby.
“We’re excited to be involved at racing’s key meetings and see the Qipco Guineas Festival as the perfect sponsorship as the British Flat season kicks into gear.”
