The Real Rider Cup, a charity diving event featuring members of the racing industry competing in Thoroughbreds off the track, announced on May 23 that registration is open to riders. events in 2023, including stages in Kentucky and Maryland.
The Kentucky leg will take place on July 8 at New Vocations at Mereworth Farm in Lexington, and the Maryland leg will return on September 15 for the start of the Fair Hill Thoroughbred Show in Elkton. Proceeds from this event will once again benefit the Fair Hill Thoroughbred Show, the New Functional Racehorse Adoption Program and the Retired Racehorse Project.
Riders will compete individually and as a team; Riders are encouraged to form their own team to drive for a specific farm, barn, organization or branch of the industry. All riders commit to a minimum donation of $1,000, either through donations or sponsorships. Participation will be limited to 30 riders per event.
All riders will compete on a thoroughbred track for 2’6″ intervals and can choose where they intend to compete (they can also choose to compete in both). In a show jumping event, riders are competing for a quick time.Top riders at each stage will compete head-to-head in an open virtual event for online voting to determine the Real Rider Cup Champion. Prizes will also be given to the top teams and top fundraisers at each stage.
“We are incredibly grateful to all the participants, volunteers and people who have donated and funded over the past 5 years,” said Anita Motion, founder of Real Rider Cup. “Following our record-breaking Real Rider Cup in 2022, we look forward to another year of fun competition and fundraising for Purebred post-care.”
Driver entry is now open for both races. Sponsorship is also available for the Real Rider Cup in both the Kentucky and Maryland locations. All interested parties should visit therealridercup.com for more information.
This press release has been edited by BloodHorse Staff for content and style.
