2008 Irish 1000 Guineas
The Irish 1000 Guineas is a Group 1 flat race for three-year-old thoroughbred fillies, raced over a distance of one mile. It is one of the five Irish Classic races, and has been run each year at the Curragh since 1922.
In the 2007 Irish 1000 Guineas, winner Finsceal Beo became only the second filly ever to secure a 1000 Guineas double – winning the English 1000 Guineas at Newmarket and then the Irish race. The only other filly to manage this feat was the Mark Johnston-trained Attraction, in 2004. For a full list of previous winners, see Irish 1000 Guineas winners.
2008 Irish 1000 Guineas Schedule
The 2008 Irish 1000 Guineas is due to be raced on the second day of the Boylesports Irish Guineas Festival, on 25 May. This day of the festival offers plenty of excitement, with an eight-race line-up that includes the Tattersalls Gold Cup – a Group 1 race known as one of Europe’s leading middle-distance races for older thoroughbreds. Another notable race included in the line-up is the Group 3 Airlie Stud Gallinule Stakes.
The day of the 2008 Irish 1000 Guineas is also Ladies Day, with a “Fashions On The Turf” competition featuring spectacular prizes.
On 25 May, the first race is due to be run at 2:15pm. See Irish 1000 Guineas tickets for ticket prices and booking information.
The total prize fund for the 2008 Irish 1000 Guineas is a whopping €224,500 – the same as for the Irish 2000 Guineas.
Start considering who you think will come out tops at the 2008 Irish 1000 Guineas, and check 2008 Irish Guineas betting for betting tips and hints.
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