Otago Daily Times

Fine weather shines on Cup Day

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The crowds turned up for a sunny Invercargi­ll Cup Day on Saturday.

Southern Harness Racing promotions officer Lindsay Beer said the good weather treated attendees.

‘‘There was an excellent crowd, with a lot of families.’’

There was a total of nine races, and Pembrook Playboy, driven by Nathan Williamson, was the winner of the Invercargi­ll Cup.

The next race was won by Memphis Tennessee (pictured), driven by veteran Blair Orange.

Every eventgoer had a chance to win, however, as a $500 Fiordland travel package could be won by a draw of losing tickets.

The event was free, with plenty of children’s activities.

These included bouncy castles, bumper balls, sumo suits, a kids’ tote, sack races, a headsandta­ils game and horseshoe throwing.

 ?? REPORT & PHOTO: LAURA SMITH ??
REPORT & PHOTO: LAURA SMITH

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