Win a hospitality package to the Emperors Palace Charity Mile race day

The Peermont Emperors Palace Charity Mile has become a highlight of the horse racing calendar – not only for the connections of the finest equine athletes who line up in the starting stalls, but for a number of charities who have their hopes resting on the result.

A total of 16 charities are each paired with a racehorse and a celebrity to battle it out for a share of R1 million.

The winning charity receives a cheque for R150 000, second place R100 000 and the remaining 14 receiving proportionate amounts of the total, depending on their allocated horses’ overall placement.

Bob Yearham, chief operating officer: gaming, believes that it’s the common goal of giving back to those less fortunate that makes this race so special.

“The Peermont Emperors Palace Charity Mile is one of the most exciting events on our social calendar.

“Nothing beats a day at the races and it never fails to be a fun and exciting day – but we mustn’t forget that it also raises money for worthy causes.

“We have 16 star-studded celebrities pairing up with 16 chosen charities, and race 16 horses to make a difference in the lives of those who need it most.”

Charities for the 2019 edition of the race includes the likes of the Highveld Horse Care Unit, National Horse Trust, Welamlambo Primary School, Peermont Education Trust, Lesedi Scarce Skills Programme and the Animal Anti-Cruelty League.

This year’s race is guaranteed to be another battle of the best, so whether your eye is on the horses, the celebs or the fashion, rest assured that there is something for everyone at Turffontein Racecourse on Saturday. Two lucky readers stand a chance to win a hospitality package to the Emperors Palace Charity Mile race day at Turffontein Racecourse on Saturday.

The prize includes a buffet lunch and 4x R100 be ing vouchers. To enter, SMS the keyword CHARITY, followed by your name, date of birth and e-mail address to 33521. Competition closes at midnight.

SMSes are charged at R1.50 each and errors will be billed. Free and bundle SMSes do not apply. Ts&Cs apply. By entering the competition, you agree to sign up to The Citizen’s free online daily newsle er and weekly life-style newsle er and accept our terms and conditions. Prize excludes drinks, travel and any other items not listed in the prize.