The Japanese Racing Association announced that it has upgraded the bonus of its marquee event-the G1 Japan Cup-to $2 million, up from the previous mark of $1 million. A victory in one of the participating races in addition to a victory in the Japan Cup would yield a $2-million bonus payout coupled with the winner's share ($2.6 million) of the $5.6 million purse. The Japan Cup is scheduled for Nov. 26 at Tokyo Racecourse.
PARTICIPATING RACES
(Prize money based on Approximate exchange rates ($1-115JPY)
Race (Winner)
GI Arlington Million (Beach Patrol)
GI Sword Dancer (Sadler's Joy)
GI Canadian International Sept. 27
GI Joe Hirsch Turf Classic Sept. 30
GI Breeders' Cup Turf Nov. 4
GI Breeders' Cup Classic Nov. 4
Bonuses will also be distributed for horses finishing second through last place.
Prize Money Bonus
Second: $1.04 Million $400,000
Third: $650,000 $250,000
Fourth or below: Up to $390,000 $100,000
Early nominations close Oct. 10, 2017.
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