John Gosden: Racing has got its cup final now, but on the wrong day

Evening Standard

Saturday's new-look British Champions Day at Ascot has been hyped by racing bosses as a day like no other in the history of the Flat in this country.

With £3million in prize money, it is the richest raceday in Britain, attracting the best horses on the level, and the Queen will be in attendance.

However, its real significance lies in racing finally getting what other sports have always had. As trainer John Gosden put it: "A grand finale to the Flat season."
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Published on October 11, 2011 06:33
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