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Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Politics
- Scottish Sun
Epsom Derby punters threatened with £100 on-the-spot fines under new rules
Racegoers are expected to be on their best behaviour DESTRUCTION DERBY Epsom Derby punters threatened with £100 on-the-spot fines under new rules Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) PUNTERS going to Saturday's Epsom Derby have been threatened with £100 on-the-spot fines. A new council order issued in time for the world's most famous Flat race will aim to crack down on anti-social behaviour. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 1 Misbehaving punters could be hit with £100 on-the-spot fines at this year's Epsom Derby Credit: PA:Press Association A public space protection order (PSPO) has been brought in by Epsom & Ewell Borough Council. It could last up to three years and ties in with the council's efforts to clamp down on rowdy behaviour during the two-day meeting. The order applies to anyone harassing or threatening others, or continuing to drink alcohol after being ordered to stop by a police officer, community support officer or council officer. The order was voted in by the council last month. It came as one councillor claimed locals were thinking of leaving the area on account of the allegedly 'intimidating' behaviour during Derby weekend. Shanice Goldman, chair of the crime and disorder committee, said: "The PSPO is a new tool specifically for the Epsom & Ewell area which will allow police and appropriate council staff to address anti-social behaviour effectively, without immediately resorting to arrests. "I hope this order will ensure a more enjoyable experience for everyone on the day, as well as a safer environment in the borough." Tens of thousands of racegoers are expected to descend on the Downs on Friday and Saturday. The Derby, which has been run since 1780, has an enormous prize pool of £1.5million, with the winner picking up £900,000. It is one of the most prestigious races run anywhere in the world and its list of winners includes the legendary Shergar. Iconic Irish trainer Aidan O'Brien and Southampton boy Charlie Appleby have the joint-favourites this year in the shape of Delacroix and 1,000 Guineas winner Ruling Court. However, one of O'Brien's three runners got a nightmare stall in Wednesday's draw - read Templegate's reaction to it here. This is far from the first time a local authority has attempted a crackdown on behaviour during race week. In Cheltenham for the jumps festival the council brought in special paint that caused pee to splash back on anyone urinating in public in what was called a 'war on wee'. FREE BETS - GET THE BEST SIGN UP DEALS AND RACING OFFERS Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. You should be aware brands pay fees to appear in the highest placements on the page. 18+. T&Cs apply. Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chases their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – Gamble Aware – Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Politics
- The Irish Sun
Epsom Derby punters threatened with £100 on-the-spot fines under new rules
PUNTERS going to Saturday's Epsom Derby have been threatened with £100 on-the-spot fines. A new council order issued in time for the world's most famous Flat race will aim to crack down on anti-social behaviour. 1 Misbehaving punters could be hit with £100 on-the-spot fines at this year's Epsom Derby Credit: PA:Press Association A public space protection order (PSPO) has been brought in by Epsom & Ewell Borough Council. It could last up to three years and ties in with the council's efforts to clamp down on rowdy behaviour during the two-day meeting. The order applies to anyone harassing or threatening others, or continuing to drink alcohol after being ordered to stop by a police officer, community support officer or council officer. The order was voted in by the council last month. It came as one councillor claimed locals were thinking of leaving the area on account of the allegedly 'intimidating' behaviour during Derby weekend. Shanice Goldman, chair of the crime and disorder committee, said: "The PSPO is a new tool specifically for the Epsom & Ewell area which will allow police and appropriate council staff to address anti-social behaviour effectively, without immediately resorting to arrests. "I hope this order will ensure a more enjoyable experience for everyone on the day, as well as a safer environment in the borough." Tens of thousands of racegoers are expected to descend on the Downs on Friday and Saturday. Most read in Horse Racing The Derby, which has been run since 1780, has an enormous prize pool of £1.5million, with the winner picking up £900,000. It is one of the most prestigious races run anywhere in the world and its list of winners includes the legendary Shergar. Iconic Irish trainer Aidan O'Brien and Southampton boy Charlie Appleby have the joint-favourites this year in the shape of Delacroix and 1,000 Guineas winner Ruling Court. However, one of O'Brien's three runners got a nightmare stall in Wednesday's draw - read This is far from the first time a local authority has attempted a crackdown on behaviour during race week. In Cheltenham for the jumps festival the council brought in special paint that caused pee to splash back on anyone urinating in public in what was called a ' FREE BETS - GET THE BEST SIGN UP DEALS AND RACING OFFERS Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. You should be aware brands pay fees to appear in the highest placements on the page. 18+. T&Cs apply. . Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chases their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – Gamble Aware – Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.
The Herald Scotland
6 days ago
- Business
- The Herald Scotland
Midak deemed worthy of ‘shot in the dark' Derby bid
'He's definitely a horse improving with his races and will definitely get the trip,' explained Nemone Routh, racing manager for the Aga Khan Studs. 'We're not sure on his form lines and how it stacks up, but all he can do is win and he's won every start. Midak remains unbeaten with a straight-forward success in the Prix Greffulhe at Saint-Cloud!🇫🇷 Another progressive type for @GraffardRacing and @AgaKhanStuds! — At The Races (@AtTheRaces) May 9, 2025 'He's going to have to handle the track and he's a big horse with a big, long stride. Mickael Barzalona (jockey) thinks he will handle the track because he's well balanced but you never know until they get there. 'We would be very happy to see him finish in the first three or even first five, but he is a bit of an unknown quantity and he does everything easily at home. It's a little bit of a shot in the dark, but we thought it was worth it.' The Aga Khan enjoyed many great days at Epsom, winning the Derby on five occasions and only 12 months ago his green and red colours were carried to Oaks victory by Dermot Weld's Ezeliya. His first winner was legendary Shergar in 1981, while it was some 35 years later in 2016 that the home bred Harzand was the last of his quintet to return to Epsom's famous winner's circle. 🟢🔴 The Aga Khan Studs are excited to supplement unbeaten colt #Midak for Saturday's Gr.1 Derby @EpsomRacecourse. The 246th running of this prestigious Classic will be run in honour of the Aga Khan IV, who won 5 times with #Shergar, #Shahrastani, #Kahyasi, #Sinndar & #Harzand. — Aga Khan Studs (@AgaKhanStuds) June 2, 2025 Now 25 years on from Sinndar's triumph on the Downs, Midak will attempt to add his name to the roll of honour following a rapid rise through the ranks. Routh continued: 'He's sort of come a little bit out of nowhere, but he's a very good looking horse – a big, strong horse. 'He had a few setbacks at two so we weren't really able to appreciate his level of ability and then first time out he kind of surprised us by the way he won and then he's won again and then again in a Group Three at Saint-Cloud.' Explaining the decision to roll the dice at Epsom rather than at Chantilly last weekend, Routh added: 'He wasn't in the Prix du Jockey Club and he earned himself an 'in' to the Grand Prix de Paris, but that isn't until July and we were kind of looking for a race to run him in and we just felt it was a nice thing to do and have the colours represented.'
Leader Live
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Leader Live
Derby name altered to honour the Aga Khan IV
A prolific breeder and owner, the Aga Khan IV came from a line of great racing enthusiasts and was successful in the Derby on five occasions. Before his death in February at the age of 88, the Aga Khan IV witnessed Shergar win the race by a record 10 lengths in 1981, followed by victories for Shahrastani (1986), Kahyasi (1988), Sinndar (2000) and Harzand (2016). The race, which takes place at Epsom on June 7, will this year be run as the Betfred Derby (in honour of His Highness Aga Khan IV). The Aga Khan's daughter, Princess Zahra, said: 'My family and I are incredibly grateful to Epsom and the Jockey Club for running the race in honour of my father. 'The Derby is an iconic event that he deeply loved and winning it for the first time with Shergar brought him immense pride and joy. It gave him the sense that the work his father and grandfather had accomplished with the breeding operation was being carried forward. 'He eventually matched the record of my great-grandfather when Harzand secured his fifth Derby victory – a wonderful achievement.'
Rhyl Journal
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
Derby name altered to honour the Aga Khan IV
A prolific breeder and owner, the Aga Khan IV came from a line of great racing enthusiasts and was successful in the Derby on five occasions. Before his death in February at the age of 88, the Aga Khan IV witnessed Shergar win the race by a record 10 lengths in 1981, followed by victories for Shahrastani (1986), Kahyasi (1988), Sinndar (2000) and Harzand (2016). The race, which takes place at Epsom on June 7, will this year be run as the Betfred Derby (in honour of His Highness Aga Khan IV). The Aga Khan's daughter, Princess Zahra, said: 'My family and I are incredibly grateful to Epsom and the Jockey Club for running the race in honour of my father. 'The Derby is an iconic event that he deeply loved and winning it for the first time with Shergar brought him immense pride and joy. It gave him the sense that the work his father and grandfather had accomplished with the breeding operation was being carried forward. 'He eventually matched the record of my great-grandfather when Harzand secured his fifth Derby victory – a wonderful achievement.'
