The G3 Arrowfield 3yo Sprint and the G2 Percy Sykes S., the only races run at The Championships not at Group 1 level, have each received purse hikes for 2017, with the Percy Sykes S., a race for 2-year-old fillies, also upgraded to Group 2 status. Both races will see their purses rise by A$100,000 to A$600,000. Racing NSW and the Australian Turf Club stated it is the ultimate aim of The Championships to have all 10 Championship races at Group 1 level, offering a minimum of A$1-million in prize money each.
“Working with Racing NSW, the ATC wishes to further develop the recognition and standing of both these races,” said ATC Chairman Laurie Macri. “We are confident that both races will continue to improve their rating and will benefit from the additional prize money.”
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