Raciest dresser set to gallop off with 1,000

Neans McSweeney A THOUSAND euro is up for grabs today for the best glad rags worn for a day at the nags.

As the four-day Tramore August Racing Festival kicks into action this afternoon, organisers have teamed up with sponsors to offer the best in racing, live music, children’s entertainment and a Best Dressed Lady competition with a first prize of 1,000.

Large crowds were expected for the family racing event and corporate entertainment packages had sold out, manager Sue Phelan said. Ms Phelan expected more than 30,000 visitors over the next four days. “It’s going to be a fantastic few days of racing. All the top jockeys will be here.