Hennessy end Newbury sponsorship

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Newbury have announced that the 60th Hennessy Gold Cup, won by Native River, will be the last running of the historic race under the backing of Hennessy.

The first three Hennessy Gold Cups took place at Cheltenham, from 1957 to 1959, with the initial contest won by the legendary Mandarin, owned by Peggy Hennessy, a member of the Hennessy family.

From 1960 onwards, the race has taken place every year at Newbury and has established itself as one of the most valuable, significant and popular events in the steeplechasing programme. 

Confirming the news, Dominic Burke, Chairman of Newbury Racecourse said: “For anyone with even a passing interest in …

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