Epsom Downs Racecourse is delighted to announce that Juddmonte Farms, owned by Prince Khalid Abdullah, will be sponsoring the Group One Oaks, Group One Coronation Cup and Group Three Diomed Stakes for this year only.

Juddmonte have enjoyed much success at Epsom Downs. Reams Of Verse won the Oaks, while Rainbow Quest and Sunshack both triumphed in the Coronation Cup. In addition, both Quest for Fame and Commander in Chief won the Derby.

Lord Grimthorpe, Racing Manager to Prince Khalid Abdullah, commented: "Epsom Downs Racecourse has always been a favourite course of Prince Khalid's and he is delighted that Juddmonte Farms are sponsoring these three prestigious races for this year."

Nick Blofeld, Managing Director of Epsom Downs, added: "Juddmonte Farms are synonymous with success in the horse racing industry worldwide and in particular here at Epsom Downs.

“We are thrilled that Prince Khalid has decided to sponsor the Oaks, Coronation Cup and Diomed Stakes.

“I very much hope that more success awaits them at Epsom Downs in 2008 and beyond."

All three of the Juddmonte Farms sponsored races will be run on Friday, June 6, 2008.

As part of the sponsorship Juddmonte Farms will be providing trophies to the winning owner, trainer, jockey and breeder of their three races, as well as rewarding the winning stable lad or lass.