Boost for Britain as Derby one of three races approved for Japanese simulcast

Masar (William Buick,left) wins the DerbyEpsom 2.6.18 Pic: Edward Whitaker

The Investec Derby is one of three British races to be added to the list of foreign events potentially on offer to Japanese racing fans in 2020Credit: Edward Whitaker

British racing has received a huge vote of confidence with the news that three of the most important races of the domestic Flat season have been added to the list of events eligible for simulcast in Japan.

The Investec Derby, the Coral-Eclipse and the Qipco Champion Stakes have all made their first appearance among 30 events worldwide which, should they attract a Japanese runner of sufficient quality, can be shown live in Japan and be offered as a betting opportunity in the racing-mad nation.

The Prix du Moulin de Longchamp has also been added for 2020, while the Melbourne Cup and Caulfield Cup are among the five races to drop off the list from 2019.

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Scott BurtonFrance correspondent

Published on 29 January 2020inNews

Last updated 18:25, 29 January 2020

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