The $20m Everest has been upgraded to Group 1 status in time for this year's running on October 19. The All Star Mile was also handed a Group 1 update after Racing Australia issued a press release stating the organisation was “pleased to announce the elevation of two major races to Group 1 status”.
It continued, “Following the recent agreement and adoption of the Australian Black Type Guidelines by the Racing Australia Board, a review of races under those guidelines is being conducted.
“As a priority, The Everest and The All Star Mile, have been determined to have achieved the criteria and will be recognised as a Group 1.
“The All Star Mile and The Everest race upgrades have been ratified internationally. Whilst these upgrades will take immediate effect, further analysis and review of all black type races is being undertaken with the expectation that further announcements will be made in the near future.”
The Everest, one of the richest races in the world, was first won by Redzel in 2017 and has since captured the imagination of racing fans and enthusiasts Down Under.
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