The Shergar Cup had a somewhat troubled adolescence, as traditionalists bridled at both its concept and innovations as a team event in a sport that has always taken the individual approach, but it has captured the imagination of the public.
A 27,772 turnout for last year’s meeting was ahead of the gate for the more prestigious King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Stakes day at Ascot. Even if a proportion were only there for the post-race concert it has cemented the Shergar Cup’s place in a part of the season which was often bereft of a landmark card.
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