Inaugurated 2003 Sponsor Lodge Park Stud Surface Turf | Distance 1,609 m | |
Location Curragh RacecourseCo. Kildare, Ireland | ||
The Park Express Stakes is a Group 3 flat horse race in Ireland open to thoroughbred fillies and mares aged three years or older. It is run over a distance of 1 mile (1,609 metres) at the Curragh in March.
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History
The event is named after Park Express, a successful Irish-trained filly in the 1980s. It was established in 2003, and initially held Listed status. The first running was won by Wrong Key. It was promoted to Group 3 level in 2006.
The Park Express Stakes is currently Ireland's first Group race of the year.
Records
Most successful horse:
Leading jockey (3 wins):
Leading trainer (3 wins):
References
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