The Races of Lion d'Angers's Society proposes
a legend cross-country race contest on the longest distance of the world with the
crossing of 48 obstacles

Over 7300 Meters (8000 yards) of a carefully proportionned difficulties course , 16 competitors, selected on their aptitudes, will have to trial. 110 yards longer than the Grand National of Liverpool, the course will present much more varied with a full sight from the platforms.

The meeting will begin right on the morning with original races and entertainments. Everything will be set for a great and true show while benefitting frome the exceptionnal facilities of the Isle-Briand park.

Meeting Thursday May 1st, 2008
at Isle-Briand Racecourse
to enjoy an exceptionnal cross-country race,
a meeting where surprises are announced !

Race conditions :

Purse : 112 000 €
Distance : 7 300 meters
Listed

For six years old and upward horse, that vave been classified within the three first of a steeplechase with a total dotation of 20.000 since 2006/09/01 included.
Weight : 68 k. (150 lbs).

The eliminations will be made in the increasing order of the sums received in victories and places, in steeplechase, since 2006/09/01 included with drawing lots in case of equality of the successful sums.

The race will be preceded by a parade.

A souvenir will be offered to the owner, the breeder, the trainer, the Jockey and to the Training rider of the winning horse.

A souvenir will be offered to the Owner of all the participating horses.

16 competitors maximum



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