The 2024 Markel Magnolia Cup has raised £313,233.62 for local charity My Sisters' House Women's Centre, Goodwood Racecourse announced on Thursday.
The all-female annual charity race, which takes place at the Qatar Goodwood Festival, was conceived over a decade ago and has now raised over £2.5 million for charitable causes since its inception. This year's race was won by Lizzie Jelfs and her mount Reins Reigns Rains, trained by Harry Eustace.
My Sisters' House Women's Centre is the beneficiary charity, with all net proceeds going to support the work they do to support women to improve their welfare and wellbeing, helping to reduce their risk of domestic abuse and support recovery, and help them reach their goals for employment, education or training.
Avril Robinson, acting CEO at My Sisters' House, said, “Being the chosen charity for the Markel Magnolia Cup has been one of the most significant opportunities for My Sisters' House since its inception ten years ago. As a small, local charity, the funds raised will enable us to continue our excellent work in providing free-of-charge, life-changing services to women.
“It has been an absolute privilege to work alongside the Goodwood and Markel teams, and, importantly, be inspired by the all-female line up of jockeys who have all demonstrated the grit to train and take part in such a prestigious event. They are role models for women everywhere–turning aspirations into realities.”
The Markel Magnolia Cup will take place on Ladies' Day at the Qatar Goodwood Festival in 2025, which falls on Thursday, July 31. Applications for the race in 2025 have now closed and riders wishing to participate in 2026 can apply online here.
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