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An Affordable Way to Own a Racehorse

Betfair teams up with the Racehorse Owners Association to offer young people a taste of life at the sharp end of racing...

BetfairClub ROA offers young people (aged 18-32 years) an affordable first step into the exciting world of racehorse ownership. The Club races five horses in its colours - both on the flat and over jumps - with members kept up to date with their progress throughout the season and able to take advantage of owner's badges at the relevant meetings. There is also the opportunity to watch the horses on the gallops and a full programme of other events available, including stable tours, discounted days at the races and social events.

Membership costs £199 for one year and Michael Owen (Newcastle and England football player) is the club's patron. New members receive a welcome pack including an information guide to all the horses, an exclusive item of BetfairClub ROA merchandise and a FREE £50 BET with Betfair. The five horses currently run by the Club are:

'Cornus' - trained by Alan McCabe (6yo gelding, multiple winner for BetfairClub ROA)

'Rosie Cross' - trained by Eve Johnson Houghton (4yo fill, winner for BetfairClub ROA)

'Just Kenko' - trained by Nicky Vaughan (3yo Colt ready to race)

'Reidwil' - trained by David Pipe (5yo gelding, novice hurdler)

'Cardinal Spirit' - trained by Ferdy Murphy (6yo gelding, novice hurdler)

The horses of the Club have already had plenty of success on the track with a number of winning and placed runs. The Club has also built up a strong social scene around the racing focused events it organises. Membership of BetfairClub ROA is an ideal gift so join today and start experiencing the thrill of racehorse ownership.