The Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai Gimcrack Stakes at York on Friday, August 22 is to be run in honour of the late Tom Lacy, the legendary trainer and breeder who died last month at the age of 89.
The move comes at the request of Al Basti Equiworld, Dubai founder and CEO Malih Al Basti, who said, “Tom's achievements as a trainer and breeder are well documented, but he was also an inspiration and mentor to a great many who thrived n the racing industry thanks to his generosity, support and encouragement.
“Adding Tom's name to the Al Basti Equiworld Gimcrack Stakes this year is a small gesture but one which I hope will serve as a poignant reminder of the enormous impact he had on the sport.”
Lacy rode 50 winners as a jockey and found only Arkle and Flyingbolt too good aboard Height Of Fashion in two Irish Grand Nationals.
As a trainer, he sent out hundreds of winners from his yard in Rhode, County Offaly, spearheaded by Ingabelle, who went on to become a hugely important foundation mare at Ballylinch Stud.
More recently, Lacy, along with his son Barry, bred the G2 July Stakes winner Persian Force (Mehmas) from €1,200 mare Vida Amorosa (Lope De Vega).
Not a subscriber? Click here to sign up for the daily PDF or alerts.
