posted on May 14th, 2024

BoyleSports to Return as Sponsor for Summer Festival of Racing


Bookmaker continues support for Irish racing with sponsorship of the renowned meeting at Down Royal Racecourse.

Ireland’s largest independent bookmaker, BoyleSports, is set to share in the excitement of the upcoming Summer Festival of Racing as it returns as sponsor of one of the most vibrant fixtures in the racing calendar on Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd June.

Notorious for its colourful atmosphere and gripping race schedule, the Summer Festival will attract racegoers from across the region and beyond. As part of the partnership, BoyleSports will have exclusive naming rights to the two most celebrated races at the meeting – The Ulster Derby (Premier Handicap) and The Ulster Oaks.

Both races will occur on day two of the Summer Festival with a considerable prize fund available for the taking.

In addition, the Bookmaker will gain time sponsorship of the full race card at the ‘BoyleSports Summer Race Evening’ on Friday 31st May.

Emma Meehan, Chief Executive of Down Royal Racecourse, said: “We are thrilled to have BoyleSports return as a sponsor of the Summer Festival of Racing this year.

“The Summer Festival is one of the highlights of the year for racing fans, socialites and fashionistas alike and we look forward to delivering another fantastic weekend of entertainment in June.”

Sharon McHugh, Head of PR and Sponsorship at BoyleSports, said: “It’s wonderful to be back at Down Royal sponsoring this year’s Summer Festival of Racing.

“Horse racing and betting go hand-in-hand and this partnership highlights our ongoing dedication to the horse-racing industry in Northern Ireland.

“We are excited to showcase our brand to a diverse and highly receptive audience and look forward to contributing to the success of this prestigious event.”

For full details on the BoyleSports Summer Festival of Racing at Down Royal or to book tickets, visit: https://downroyal.com/fixtures.

Ireland’s largest independent bookmaker, BoyleSports, will be sponsoring the Summer Festival of Racing at Down Royal Racecourse on 21st and 22nd June. This partnership gives BoyleSports exclusive naming rights to the Ulster Derby (Premier Handicap) and Ulster Oaks. Pictured (left to right) launching the upcoming Summer Festival is Sharon McHugh, Head of PR & Sponsorship at BoyleSports and Emma Meehan, Chief Executive of Down Royal Racecourse.

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