International Bosphorus Cup
| Group 2 race | |
| Location |
Veliefendi Race Course Istanbul, Turkey |
|---|---|
| Race type | Flat |
| Race information | |
| Distance | 2,400 metres (1½ miles) |
| Surface | Turf |
| Track | Right-handed |
| Qualification | Three-years-old and up, geldings not allowed |
| Weight | 56 kg (3yo); 60 kg (4yo+) Allowances 1½ kg for fillies and mares |
The International Bosphorus Cup is a Group 2 flat horse race in Turkey open to horses aged three years or older. It is run at Veliefendi Race Course over a distance of 2,400 metres (about 1½ mile), and it is scheduled to take place each year in early September. It is part of Istanbul's International Racing Festival.
The Bosphorus Cup was elevated to international Group 2 level in 2009.
Most successful horse (2 wins):
Leading jockey (3 wins):
Leading trainer (3 wins):
1 The 2001 winner Kings Boy was later exported to Saudi Arabia and renamed Qaayed Alkhail.
...
Wikipedia