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 Glorious Goodwood
Goodwood
29 July - 2 August 2008
If any racecourse deserves the epithet 'glorious', then surely it is Goodwood. Top-class racing, beautiful scenery and a marvellous atmosphere combine to make the course's showpiece five-day meeting one of the highlights of the racing year.
Perched on top of the Sussex Downs, Goodwood is arguably the most beautiful racecourse in Britain, if not the world. The Downs provide a breathtaking backdrop as the horses loop around the undulating course before making the final sprint to the winning post.
The racing is highly competitive across the full range of distances, from the Goodwood Cup for stayers to the Stewards' Cup for sprint handicappers. There are two Group 1 races - the Sussex Stakes and Nassau Stakes - while the leading juveniles get their chance in the Richmond, Vintage and Molecomb Stakes. In addition, the Group 3 Gordon Stakes is a highly informative trial for the St Leger.
While the racing is ever more international, Glorious Goodwood has retained a quintessential British charm since the course was first laid out in 1801. Like the other major summer meetings, it is noted for its fashion, though 'relaxed chic' is the order of the day. Royal Ascot's top hats give way to the Panama hat, one of the enduring symbols of a summer's day at Goodwood races.
The facilities match the setting, too, with Goodwood's acclaimed new grandstand affording superb views and a host of bars and restaurants catering for every taste.
It is easy to understand why so many racegoers mark down Glorious Goodwood week as an annual holiday.
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