Magic Millions returns to Seven
Live and free on Seven and 7plus, this Thursday
The Magic Millions Raceday will return to the Seven Network, direct from the picturesque Gold Coast Turf Club on Thursday, 19 January, live and free on Channel 7, 7two and 7plus.
Due to wet weather and poor visibility following the opening two races on Saturday afternoon, Seven is set to broadcast the headline events, the $2 million Magic Millions 2YO Classic and 3YO Guineas, on Thursday afternoon.
Seven’s live coverage begins at 3.00pm AEDT and will once again be anchored by Australia’s pre-eminent sport broadcaster Bruce McAvaney.
Bruce will be joined on the Gold Coast by his fellow Seven horse racing commentary team, including Emma Freedman and Lizzie Jelfs.
The $2 million 2YO Classic is the highlight of the meet, headlining Seven’s 90-minute broadcast.
The Snowden team have a strong hand with Empire of Japan and unbeaten Sovereign Fund their leading contenders in the race. The powerhouse of Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott are looking to extend their lead of Magic Millions wins with their golden girl , Platinum Jubilee. Skirt The Law will be flying the Queensland flag for her all-female ownership group, with their eyes on the coveted Racing Women’s Bonus.
Another highlight is the $2 million Magic Millions Guineas for three -year-olds. King Of The Mountain conqueror, Yellow Brick will start as one of the favourites in the event, with the home state hero’s main competition expected to come from Sydney raider , Russian Conquest and last start Rising Stars winner, Spiritualised.
Thursday’s Magic Millions Raceday is the culmination of a huge fortnight on the Gold Coast with coverage of last week’s Magic Millions yearling sales also available on 7plus.
Sports fans can strap themselves in for an epic weekend of sport on Seven, featuring the 2023 Santos Tour Down Under, the Big Bash League, Women’s One Day International cricket against Pakistan and the NFL.
The Star Gold Coast Magic Millions Raceday Gold Coast Turf Club – Thursday 3.00pm AEDT live on Seven and 7plus
TV broadcast times on Seven:
Magic Millions
Thursday, 19 January
Sydney 3.00pm live on Channel 7 and 7plus
Melbourne 3.00pm live on Channel 7 and 7plus
Brisbane 2.00pm live on Channel 7 and 7plus
Adelaide 2.300pm live on 7two and 7plus
Perth 12.00pm live on Channel 7 and 7plus
Media Release – Seven