Crowds flock to Midsummer Meeting 2025 at Chester Racecourse
Chester Racecourse said: "What a day for our Midsummer Meeting, in partnership with John Smith's.
"Thank you to everyone who joined us for an incredible day of thrilling racing, great company, and unforgettable summer vibes.
"We hope you had as much fun as we did, and can't wait to see you again soon!"
The next fixture at the racecourse will take place on Sunday, August 3, with its family fun day.
Here are yesterday's winners, in case you missed them:
1.30pm - The Pure Homes Handicap Stakes (prize: £15,000)
2.10pm - The John Smith's Maiden Stakes (prize: £18,000)
2.45pm - The Denise McCallum Birthday Celebration Handicap Stakes (prize: £18,000)
3.15pm - The Birra Moretti Handicap Stakes (prize: £40,000)
3.45pm - The Halliwell Jones Handicap Stakes Division 1 (prize: £15,000)
4.20pm - The Halliwell Jones Handicap Stakes Division 2 (prize: £15,000)
4.55pm - The Layrd Design Handicap Stakes (prize: £18,000)
5.30pm - The Cruzcampo Handicap Stakes (prize: £18,000)
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