THOROUGHBRED Show Horse Series
NZTR to sponsor Thoroughbred A&P Show Series
RAS is excited to announce that New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing will continue their commitment to supporting the Royal Agricultural Society by sponsoring the NZTR Thoroughbred A & P Show Series during the 2024/25 season.
This sponsorship, to the value of $10,000, is made possible by funds allocated from the 1% levy on stakes which is used to support and maintain the welfare of thoroughbreds.
The series will include approximately 35 shows around the country, culminating in a finale at the New Zealand Horse of the Year Show in March 2025.
Competitors are judged on conformation, paces and manners. Successful horses will show true thoroughbred qualities and will be required to gallop when room permits.
“One of our priorities is to promote the versatility of thoroughbreds and provide incentives for riders to have thoroughbreds as their sport horse of choice,” Head of Welfare and Sustainability Justine Sclater said.
“There has been a gap in the showing discipline since the Livamol Thoroughbred Show Horse Series became defunct and we’re pleased to be able to support these passionate riders and reward their hard work by sponsoring the NZTR Thoroughbred A & P Show Series.”
“We were on hand to view the 2024 final at Horse of the Year and were impressed with the high calibre of horses competing and look forward to seeing the series continue to develop and attract new participants.”
The first A & P Show of the season will take place at Matamata on the 12th of October.
Note: Please ensure you read the conditions of entry before entering the class at your Show.
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