As one of the most highly anticipated social sporting occasions in Europe, here’s how you and a friend can be a part of the glamorous Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby …
The Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby at the Curragh Racecourse, Co Kildare, is one of the most highly anticipated race meets in Europe, when some of the world’s best thoroughbreds compete for Derby glory.
This year’s festival takes place from Friday, June 30 to Sunday, July 2, with the feature race, the Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby, taking place on Sunday, July 2. This is the sixteenth year Dubai Duty Free has been the title sponsor of the Irish Derby at the Curragh Racecourse.
Colm McLoughlin, the Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of the Dubai Duty Free, explains, “The Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby has become one of the premier races in the European calendar, with prize money of €1.25 million, making it Ireland’s richest race. This sponsorship helps raise the profile of Dubai and our operation, which is continuing to do well, and we expect our sales this year to reach over US$2 billion.”
To celebrate this festival, Dubai Duty Free and Anantara The Marker Dublin Hotel have teamed up to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a VIP day at The Curragh Racecourse on Sunday, July 2.
The winner and a friend will enjoy a day of fabulous fashion, racing and entertainment including lunch and afternoon tea at the Oaks Restaurant. But the fun doesn’t stop there! The winner (and their friend) will also enjoy a luxurious overnight stay at the five-star Anantara The Marker Dublin Hotel which has been completely renovated and is the epitome of luxury; www.anantara.com.
Upon arrival, you and your guest will be whisked to the hotel’s famous rooftop terrace, overlooking the Docklands skyline and Dublin Bay, for a celebratory glass of champagne.
Afterwards, dinner will be served in the new restaurant “Forbes Street by Gareth Mullins”, where the best produce from land and sea has been incorporated into a creative menu.
Then it’s time to retire to one of the newly refurbished guest rooms before a leisurely breakfast and checkout the following day. Guests can explore all the hotel has to offer – from its tranquil spa, infinity pool and eucalyptus-infused steam room to its high tech gym and gorgeous open plan lobby lounge – and it is the perfect spot for some exploring the Grand Canal Docks and central Dublin.
To win this gorgeous getaway, simply answer the following question by emailing your answer to digital@thegloss.ie with ‘Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby’ in the subject line by 26th June 2023.
How many years has Dubai Duty Free been the title sponsor of the Irish Derby?
To find out more about the Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby Festival or to buy tickets visit www.curragh.ie.
Terms and Conditions:
Over 18s only. Non transferrable. No cash alternative. The prize includes two general admission tickets for the Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby on Sunday the 2nd of July 2023 as well as lunch for two at The Oaks Restaurant at The Curragh Racecourse on Sunday the 2nd of July 2023 only. The overnight stay at Anantara The Marker Dublin Hotel is for Sunday the 2nd of July 2023 only and the stay cannot be moved to another date. The prize winner and his/her guest will receive one complimentary glass of champagne each, as well as one complimentary dining experience for two people at ‘Forbes Street by Gareth Mullins’ and complimentary breakfast the following day, Monday the 3rd of July 2023. Excludes transfers, drinks, wine, spa etc. All other items at winner’s own expense.
