BoyleSports and Newbury Racecourse have today announced a new partnership which will see the bookmaker become title sponsor of the Lockinge Stakes until 2027.

The sole Group 1 fixture of the flat season at Newbury will be renamed as The BoyleSports Lockinge with Ladies Day.

The three-year agreement will see BoyleSports sponsor two races on the card on Saturday, May 17th, which features eight World Pool races in collaboration with The Hong Kong Jockey Club.

The £400,000 Lockinge Stakes, run over the straight mile, produced a shock result last year with the John and Thady Gosden trained 22/1 shot, Audience, recording a dominant victory.

Early entries for the 2025 renewal will be announced on Tuesday, April 1st.

BoyleSports will also sponsor the seventh race on the card, the BoyleSports Handicap Stakes, a Class 2 Handicap run over one mile for a total prize fund of £75,000.

Vlad Kaltenieks, CEO BoyleSports, said: "We are delighted to be announced as the new Principal Partner of the Lockinge Stakes. This prestigious race has a rich history in flat racing, and we are thrilled to play a part in supporting its continued success. At BoyleSports, we are passionate about bringing exciting and world-class racing experiences to fans, and the Lockinge Stakes perfectly aligns with our commitment to the sport. We look forward to an exciting partnership and a thrilling race ahead."

Shaun Hinds, Chief Executive Officer at Newbury Racecourse commented: “We are delighted to announce the new partnership with BoyleSports and extend our thanks for their support of the Lockinge Stakes. This Group 1 race is the feature of our flat season and a clear highlight in our racing year here at Newbury and we are pleased to welcome BoyleSports as the new headline partner for this incredibly important and popular fixture. BoyleSports is a big supporter of Irish racing, and we are very proud to be able to work alongside them to extend their sponsorship portfolio in Britain.”