Saturday 19 September 2026
Cesarewitch Trial Day
On The Rowley Mile
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THE NEWMARKET AUTUMN SEASON BEGINS WITH CESAREWITCH TRIAL DAY
Join us for a remarkable day of top-class racing as our Autumn racing season kicks off with the Cesarewitch Trial Day on Saturday 19 September 2026. This meeting marks the beginning of a thrilling seven-week period filled with exhilarating races and fierce competition.
The highlight of the day is the Cesarewitch Trial, a test of stamina and staying power as horses compete over a challenging distance of 2 miles and 2 furlongs on the iconic Rowley Mile course. This race serves as a platform for improving stayers to showcase their abilities and establish their credentials in the racing world. With an attractive prize pot and a history of fierce competition, the Cesarewitch Trial promises to be an exhilarating contest.
Plus, adding to the excitement is the Trainers’ Race, bringing a unique competitive edge to the day as some of racing’s familiar faces swap the training yard for the saddle.
Timings and races subject to change
| START TIMES | RACE | DISTANCE |
|---|---|---|
| 1:15pm | The Turners British EBF Fillies' Novice Stakes | 8F |
| 1:50pm | The Turners Fillies' Handicap Stakes | 8F |
| 2:25pm | The Turners Handicap Stakes | 7F |
| 3:00pm | The Turners Parks Group Ltd Handicap Stakes DIV I | 6F |
| 3:45pm | The Turners Parks Group Ltd Handicap Stakes DIV II | 6F |
4:20pm |
The Turners Cesarewitch Trial Handicap Stakes | 18F |
4:55pm |
The Turners of Soham Novice Stakes | 10F |
5:30pm |
The Turners Amateur Riders' Cambridgeshire Handicap Stakes | 9F |
| 6:00pm | The Newmarket Trainers Race | 8F |
The Henry Cecil Open Weekend
The Henry Cecil Open Weekend is looking forward to welcoming visitors to British horseracing’s headquarters on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September 2026.
A unique opportunity to delve behind the scenes at Britain’s best-known racing yards and meet the stars of British horseracing, the Henry Cecil Open Weekend is a fantastic day out for all the family.
2026 Runners & Riders
The Newmarket Trainers Race
| Riders | Horses |
| Tom Clover | Lord Normandy |
| John Bulter | Rising Force |
| Phil McEntee | Darlo Lady |
| Charlie Clover | Harlington Gladiadora |
| Simon Pearce | Lady Kameko |
| Lemos De Souza | Ribston Pippin |
| Ross Burdon | Beauty Generation |
| Micheal Keady | Renesme |
| Simon Pearce | Trackman |
| Micky Fenton | Caitlin G |
| Harry Eustace | Trapper John |
