Six Black Type races for fillies and mares to take place in 2025 with combined prize money of €350,000
As part of Darley’s continued commitment to racing and breeding in the countries in which it stands stallions, the series of Darley-sponsored Black Type races for fillies and mares has been extended to six contests in 2025. Each race is worth up to €70,000, with a prize money total of €350,000.
They are as follows:
Naas, 10 May – Naas Oaks Trial Stakes (LR), 10f, €55,000
Navan, 7 June – Kooyonga Stakes (LR), 1m, €55,000
Cork, 13 June – Munster Oaks (G3), 12f, €60,000
Fairyhouse, 9 July – Stanerra Stakes (G3), 14f, €70,000
Gowran Park, 13 August – Hurry Harriet Stakes (LR), 9f, €55,000
Curragh, 4 October – Brigid’s Pastures Stakes (LR), 6f, €55,000
The breeder of the winner of each race will also receive a nomination to Champion two-year-old and Irish 2,000 Guineas winner Native Trail, who first foals are now on the ground and have been the subject of many positive comments from breeders.
Eamon Moloney, Nominations Manager, said, “Following a successful series last year, we are delighted to continue our sponsorship of these important races.
“Darley remains committed to supporting breeders through race sponsorship and would like to thank the IEBF as co-sponsors – another organisation that we are proud to support in its vital work for our industry.”