The first of 36 scheduled meetings this year at Doncaster takes place on Friday (January 9). The seven-race programme is scheduled to begin at 12-30 p.m., although there could be an earlier start as a race may be divided. 

Sports betting exchange company, Betdaq, are regular sponsors at Doncaster and they support all every race. The afternoon’s principal race is a new ‘Listed’ Chase for mares over the extended two and a half miles, offering prize money of £30,000. This race has been transferred from last week’s abandoned meeting at Doncaster. 

The giant screen, situated opposite the main stands will enable racegoers to see all of the action. A shuttle bus service will be in operation from the railway station.