Teams and Jockeys
Great Britain and Ireland
- Billy Loughnane: The 18-year-old rising star who has already made a significant impact by partnering two winners at Royal Ascot in June.
- Tadhg O'Shea (captain): A seasoned jockey leading the team.
- Seamie Heffernan: Another experienced rider completing the team.
Rest of the World
- Rachel King (captain): Australian-based British rider.
- Rachel Venniker: South Africa's only professional female jockey.
- Nanako Fujita: Representing Japan.
Ladies
- Hayley Turner (captain): The Shergar Cup's all-time leading rider, making her record-extending 17th appearance.
- Saffie Osborne: A talented young jockey joining the Ladies team.
- Marie Velon: An accomplished French jockey.
Europe
- Bauryrzhan Murzabayev (captain): The Kazakhstan-born multiple champion in Germany.
- Jose-Luis Borrego: Representing Spain.
- Alberto Sanna: An experienced rider from Italy.
Event Details
The Shergar Cup will feature a points-based competition with a new format under consideration for 2025. The prize fund for the event has been increased to a record £500,000, with an additional £25,000 in stable bonuses for the top three yards.
Nick Smith, director of racing and public affairs at Ascot, expressed enthusiasm about the diverse and talented line-up. He highlighted the international flavor of the event, with nine countries represented, and praised the inclusion of top-class jockeys such as Billy Loughnane and international Group 1-winning riders Rachel King and Marie Velon.
Conclusion
The Shergar Cup at Ascot promises exciting competition with a strong international presence and a historic split of male and female jockeys. Fans can look forward to thrilling races and impressive performances from a stellar line-up of jockeys.
