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Topkapi Trophy

International Topkapi Trophy
Group 2 race
Location Veliefendi Race Course
Istanbul, Turkey
Race type Flat
Sponsor Longines
Race information
Distance 1,600 metres (1 mile)
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 Topkapi Trophy 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 1,600 metres (about 1 mile), and it is scheduled to take place each year in early September. The race is part of Istanbul's International Racing Festival.

The Topkapi Trophy was elevated to international Group 2 level in 2009.

Most successful horse (3 wins):

Leading jockey (4 wins):

Leading trainer (3 wins):


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