bet365 sponsors the return of jump racing at Hereford Racecourse

Hereford Racecourse and UK racing operator Arena Racing Company, have announced bet365 as headline sponsor of the Hereford ‘Opening Raceday’ on Tuesday 6 October.

bet365 a member of UK racings ‘Authorised Betting Partner’ scheme will sponsor the return of jump racing at Hereford Racecourse, with seven races taking the Stoke-based bookmakers name.

The bet365 brand will further gain heightened coverage throughout a newly revamped Hereford Racecourse, which will include  new main restaurant ‘The Rusty Bridge’ named in honour of Champion Jockey Richard Johnson. Racetrack management further detailed that  the first 2,016 tickets sold for the bet365 Opening Raceday will include a free drink, courtesy of Hereford Racecourse.

Executive Director of Hereford Racecourse, Rebecca Davies commented on the bet365 sponsorship

“We are absolutely delighted that bet365 have come in to support the return of jump racing here at Hereford. As a home grown online betting company and Authorised Betting Partner they understand the value of British Racing to their business and we are excited to have the chance to work with them.

“We are full steam ahead with preparations for racing on 6 October. We cannot wait to welcome everyone through the gates in three weeks’ time with the first 2,016 racegoers to book tickets receiving a complimentary glass of wine, pint of beer or soft drink on the house to mark the occasion.”

Steve Ibberson of bet365 backed Davies comments, stating  “bet365 is pleased to be sponsor of the whole card for the inaugural meeting of the relaunch at Hereford Racecourse.  We are enthusiastic supporters of British horseracing and thrilled to be part of what will inevitably be a high profile event.  bet365 wishes Hereford Racecourse every success over the coming years.”

“bet365 is pleased to be sponsor of the whole card for the inaugural meeting of the relaunch at Hereford Racecourse.  We are enthusiastic supporters of British horseracing and thrilled to be part of what will inevitably be a high profile event.  bet365 wishes Hereford Racecourse every success over the coming years.”