Conditions For Flat Races at the Gold Cup

Great Meadow Race Course
The Plains, Virginia
Saturday, May 2, 2015 – 1:00 PM
3rd Race-Maiden Flat
Purser $30,000.  For Three-Year-Olds and Upward. (Virginia Bred, Sired or Owned Preferred.) Three-year-olds, 140 lbs.; older, 145 lbs.  The result of this race does count toward a horse’s official record. Seven Furlongs on the Turf.
7th Race-Allowance Flat
Purser $45,000.  For Three-Year-Olds and Upward which have never won a race other than maiden, claiming or starter. (Virginia Bred, Sired or Owned Preferred.) Three-year-olds, 142 lbs.; older, 150 lbs. Non winners in 2015, allowed 4 lbs.; in  2014-2015, 8 lbs. (Claiming races hen entered for $15,000 or less not considered in estimating allowances.)  The result of this race does count toward a horse’s official record.  One Mile  One Furlong on the Turf.

8th Race-Virginia Bred or Sired Flat
Purser $35,000. 

For Three-Year-Olds and Upward Virginia Bred or Sired. Three-year-olds, 145 lbs.; older, 155 lbs. Maidens allowed 5 lbs. Winners under rules on the flat in 2014-2015, 5 lbs. extra.  Stake winners on the flat in 2014-2015, 10 lbs exra.  The result of this race does count toward a horse’s official record.  One Mile and One Quarter on the Turf.


EXTRAS:

Substitute Race #1 – Starter Allowance Flat
Purser $30,000. 

For Three-Year-Olds and Upward which have started for $7,500 or less in 2014-2015.   (Virginia Bred, Sired or Owned Preferred.) Three-Year-Olds, 142 lbs.; older, 150 lbs.  Non winners in 2015, allowed 4lbs.;  in 2014-2015, 8lbs.  The result of this race does count toward a horse’s official record. One Mile and One Furlong on the Turf.

Substitute Race #2 – Allowance Flat
Purser $35,000.  For Three-Year-Olds and Upward which have not on a race other than maiden or claiming since May 1, 2014/  (Virginia Bred, Sired or Owned Preferred.) Three-Year-Olds, 142 lbs.: older 150 lbs.  Non winners of a sweepstakes at any time, allowed 4 lbs,; of $30,000 twice at any time, 8 lbs.  The result of this race does count toward a horse’s official record.  One Mile and One Furlog on the Turf.

ENTRIES CLOSE 11:00 AM – MONDAY, APRIL 27
SCRATCHES BY 10:00 AM – WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29

NSA OFFICE: 410-392-0700
All owners and trainers must be licensed with the Virginia Racing Commission Virginia breds in all races except the Virginia Bred or Sired Flat (#58) are eligible for 100% owner’s bonus (with a $10,000 cap).  Virginia breds are preferred in all races.  A veterinary exam is required before post time for the First Race.  All horses must be tattooed. Stabling – Stalls will be provided for each entry.  For special accommodations contact Thomas Williams:703-843-6385. Accommodations recommended at the Hampton Inn of Warrenton 540-349-4200; Comfort Inn 540-349-8900; or Holiday Inn Express 540-341-3461.  Participants at the Gold Cup will be admitted at Horseman’s Gate #2 with the regular NSA – issued 2015 Owner/Trainer/Rider car pass.  Owners and Trainers are encouraged to view the races from the Owner/Trainer Deck on the Stewards Stand or from the Chairman’s Box nearby. Luncheon near the Stewards Stand from 11:30 to 1:30pm. After Race Party, honoring the Gold Cup winner and Kentucky Derby.

VIRGINIA GOLD CUP OFFICE
DR. WILLIAM H. ALLISON, President and Chairman
DR. ALFRED C. GRIFFIN, Race Director
DIANE JONES, Race Executive Director
P.O. Box 840 Warrenton, VA 20188-0840
Phones:540-347-26-12  Fax: 540-349-1829
Website: www.vagoldcup.com