MERCEDES-BENZ South Dublin have been revealed by Leopardstown as the official car partner for the Leopardstown Christmas Festival.

Leopardstown’s National Hunt Horse Racing Festival showcases world-class horse racing, thrilling entertainment, and a festive atmosphere that captures the spirit of the holiday season.

As the official car partner, Mercedes-Benz South Dublin will provide a fleet of luxurious vehicles to enhance the overall experience for attendees. The partnership both delivering exceptional quality, style, and performance.

“We are thrilled to welcome Mercedes-Benz South Dublin as our official car partner for the Leopardstown Christmas Racing Festival,” said Tim Husbands, CEO of Leopardstown Racecourse.

“Their commitment to excellence and their reputation for providing the highest level of luxury align perfectly with our vision for this prestigious event. We are confident that this partnership will elevate the overall experience for all attendees.”

In addition to the car partnership, Mercedes-Benz South Dublin will sponsor the Grade 2 Juvenile Hurdle on the opening day of the festival. The race attracts some of the best juveniles and last year was won by the Willie Mullins-trained Lossiemouth, who won two Grade 1s at the Cheltenham and Punchestown Festivals. Barry Quinn, Mercedes-Benz South Dublin, General Manager, “We are honoured to be named the official car partner of the Leopardstown Christmas Racing Festival. This partnership allows us to showcase our exceptional range of vehicles to a discerning audience while supporting one of Ireland’s most prestigious sporting events. We look forward to providing a luxurious and memorable experience for all attendees.”

The festival features a host of live music and entertainment from DJ Lance West, Body Funk, Pogueology and the Conor McKeon Band. It is the perfect place for post-Christmas get-togethers.

Tickets are on sale at leopardstown.com, with prices starting from €35.

LOOKING ahead to February, Wexford brand O’Driscolls Irish Whiskey will sponsor the renowned Leopardstown Chase at the 2024 Dublin Racing Festival on Saturday, February 3rd and Sunday, February 4th next year.

This new sponsorship will see O’Driscolls Irish Whiskey partner with Leopardstown Racecourse both on and off the racetrack.

The Leopardstown Chase (Sunday, February 4th, 2024) is one of the oldest races in the country with the first race run in 1889 and won by Arkle, three times in 1964, 1965 and 1966.

More recently, Minella Times who placed second in the Chase ridden by Rachael Blackmore in 2021 went on to make history by winning the Grand National later that same year.

Speaking from Henry de Bromhead’s yard, which is located near the Stafford Bonded warehouses in Waterford, O’Driscolls Irish Market manager, Shane Davey said; “We are thrilled to come on board as the sponsor of this very special race in the Irish racing calendar which has introduced us to so many great racehorses from Arkle to Minella Times”.