The Western Australian Turf Club (now operating as Perth Racing) has had a proud history of hosting thoroughbred racing in the state for over 150 years, and runs the two magnificent riverside racecourses of Ascot and Belmont Park, both situated minutes from the city of Perth.
Perth Racing is responsible for the renowned Ascot Summer Racing Carnival and the Group 1 Carlton Draught Railway Stakes of $1,000,000, the Group 1 Go for 2&5 Kingston Town Classic of $500,000, and the Group II $400,000 BMW-Perth Cup, held on New Years Day.
This race day has become known as ‘Perth’s biggest party’ and reached cult status as a social ritual to see in the New Year.
Perth Racing’s quality race meetings are also known as a breeding ground for champions.
Northerly, Rogan Josh, Placid Ark and latterly the mighty Marasco are just some of the Champions to have hailed from Ascot racecourse.