John Smith's People's Race
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The John Smith's People's Race is an amateur flat race for members of the public, held at Aintree Racecourse during the April Grand National meeting. It was introduced in 2006.[1]
A total prize fund of £100,000 has been donated by the sponsors, John Smith's Brewery. The fund is donated to the charities of the competitors' choosing. All competitors automatically get £5,000 for their charities, while the winner's charity gets an additional £50,000.
References[]
- ^ Lee, Alan (2007-10-25). "Thousands in running for People's Race". The Times. London. Retrieved 2008-12-02.
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- Horse races in Great Britain
- Recurring sporting events established in 2006
- 2006 establishments in England
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