Baaeed to Gallop Before the Public at Warren Hill
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Sheikha Hissa and William Haggas with Baaeed after winning the Juddmonte International at York Racecourse
Even if superstar Baaeed goes to France for his final run in the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe (G1), British racing fans will still get a last chance to see him in the flesh at Newmarket Sept. 18.
Trainer William Haggas has revealed the unbeaten colt will appear on the second day of the Henry Cecil Open Weekend at the gallops event on Warren Hill, which starts at 8 a.m.
Baaeed appeared at the same event 12 months ago with stablemates Alenquer and Addeybb , who at the time had a higher profile than the Juddmonte International Stakes (G1) winner, but this year he will take center stage.
There is sure to be a big turnout at the open weekend for such an appearance. When Enable starred on the gallops in 2019 and 2020 many came from across Britain and beyond to attend, and many stables open their doors to raise funds for worthy causes.
Charlie Fellowes, chairman of the Newmarket Open Weekend, said: "I'm pleased William Haggas has confirmed that Baaeed and his other stars will canter at the open weekend just as he did last year.
"It's great that the public will get a chance to see such a superstar as the world's highest-rated horse whatever his future plans may be. Hopefully it's nice weather and plenty of people come along."
A record number of yards opened for the public in 2021, with crowds raising £60,000 for the event's chosen charity partners. This year's open weekend will continue to support the racing industry and its workforce as well as the local community.
Money raised this year will be donated to the long-term charity partner and main beneficiary Racing Welfare, as well as the National Horseracing Museum, Newmarket Day Centre, and the Newmarket Heath Ambulance, a fundraising initiative to purchase a quick response unit for work riders on Newmarket Heath.
Trainer George Boughey can't wait to show off his QIPCO One Thousand Guineas Stakes (G1) winner Cachet to the public on Sept. 18. He said: "We had a lot of people visit last year and we're looking forward to seeing everyone again this year. It's great we can welcome people who otherwise wouldn't be able to see the yards.
Cachet wins the One Thousand Guineas at Newmarket Racecourse
"It's a chance to see all the horses behind the scenes and see all the hard work that goes in from all the staff.
"The showjumping is always a highlight. It attracts a good crowd with some great riders showing off their talents."