We are pleased to be sponsoring the Gran Premio Nacional at Hipódromo Argentino de Palermo in Buenos Aires on November 14, as the historic racecourse celebrates its 150th anniversary year.
Known as the Argentine Derby, the Group 1 race is one of the most prestigious contests on the country’s racing calendar and serves as the final leg of the Argentine Triple Crown. Run over 2,500 metres on dirt, the Gran Premio Nacional is widely regarded as the definitive test for three-year-old colts and crowns the leading horse of its generation.
The November 14 race meeting will feature three Group 1 contests: the Gran Premio Nacional (2,500 metres), the Gran Premio Palermo (1,600 metres), and the Gran Premio Maipú (1,000 metres). Together, the races will form the centrepiece of Palermo’s 150th anniversary celebrations at one of South America’s most renowned racing venues.
Founded in 1876, Hipódromo Argentino de Palermo stages approximately 120 race meetings each year and hosts some of the most important races in the Argentine racing calendar.
As Palermo’s global fixed-odds distribution partner, SIS distribute races from the venue to licensed operators around the world through our international betting network, helping provide global exposure for Argentina’s premier racing events.
Michele Fischer, Vice President SIS Content Services, said:
“Palermo’s 150th anniversary is a historic celebration for Argentine racing, and we are proud to continue our support of one of the sport’s most prestigious events.”
Hernán Fucile, Commercial Manager at Hipódromo Argentino de Palermo, said:
“The Gran Premio Nacional is one of the defining events in Argentine racing, and staging it during Palermo’s 150th anniversary celebrations make it an exceptional showcase for our industry.”
