Soccer pundits on track for a day at the races

HUNDREDS of people have booked up to hear the views of Britain's top soccer pundits and commentators as they switch their attention to horse racing.
By The Newsroom
Published 16th May 2008, 12:40 BST
Updated 8th Jun 2018, 03:17 BST

BBC TV's John Motson and Jonathan Pearce will be joined at Brighton Racecourse on Friday 23 May by other football luminaries like former Gunners Lee Dixon and Martin Keown as well as Robbie Earle.

The Sportsman's Lunch is to raise funds for the Lily Foundation which is committed to finding a cure for Mitochondrial Disease and other metabolic disorders through funding research and providing support for sufferers. The BBC's Jonathan Pearce is a trustee of the charity.

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In a live auction of many sporting goods, there is a Liverpool FC shirt signed by Tommy Smith and another signed by Rafa Benitez. For Chelsea fans, a shirt has been signed by Frank Lampard.

The lunch is being held in a trackside marquee at the Sussex racecourse. Tables of ten cost 1,100 plus VAT. Well over 200 places have already been booked.

Stefan Hull, the racecourse's commercial manager, said: "This is a great way to start the Bank Holiday weekend - an exciting afternoon at the races combined with raising funds for a most worthwhile cause."

Bookings to [email protected] or by calling 01273 603580.

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*The first race of seven on Friday 23 May is scheduled for 2pm. Tickets are available from 11 when booked in advance. On the day, Premier Enclosure tickets are 18 and Grandstand & Paddock tickets 13. Group discounts available. Bookings for tables in the popular Silks restaurant, hospitality suites and packages can be made on 01273 603580.

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