The Naughtin Development Group 2022 Corowa Cup was a hit with racegoers with over 1200 people flocking through the gates last Saturday. Pictured is Craig Spencer (Origin Clothing), Michelle Black (Michelle Black Style Coach) and Councillor Aaron Nicholls with the Fashions on the Field winners Nancy Naughtin and Hannah Wileman.
Punters flowed to the Corowa racecourse last Saturday under glorious sunny skies, as the venue welcomed back over 1200 revellers for the 2022 Naughtin Development Corowa Cup.
Hold tight - we’re checking permissions before loading more content
It was a day of high stakes, high fashion and high spirits and organisers were relieved with the recent lifting of NSW COVID-19 restrictions. Visitors came from as far as Wagga, Benalla, Yarrawonga and Wangaratta to enjoy country racing at its best.
After two long years, many relished the opportunity to dress up for the Fashions on the Field event.
Fashions on the Field made a triumphant return after two years, with prizes on offer the best dressed racegoers.
Craig Spencer of Origin Clothing, style coach Michelle Black and Councillor Aaron Nicholls were given the honourable task of judging the most outstanding frocks.
The 2022 Millenary Award went to Nancy Naughtin for her stunning red and black ensemble, while the vibrantly dressed Hannah Wileman was crowned the 2022 Lady of the Day.
Racegoers were entertained by Music with Marcus who performed crowd favourites over the duration of the afternoon.
Elsewhere on the grounds, designated dining areas and bars were full and the betting ring was busy.
On the track Wagga apprentice jockey Hannah Williams had a brilliant day winning three of the seven races to secure her first treble. The young jockey rode the cup winning horse Hemmerle, trained and owned by Dannielle Seib of Seib Racing.
That winning smile! It was a great day for apprentice jockey Hannah Williams claimed her first treble including the Corowa Cup. Photo by Trackpix Racing.
Another milestone for the day was race caller Paul Francis who marked his 40th call of the Corowa Cup.
Corowa Race Club Secretary Gail Law said it was fantastic to see a strong attendance last Saturday.
“After two years, it was great to have action return to the racecourse without restrictions,” she said.
Race Caller Paul Francis kept crowds on the money all day at his 40th Corowa Cup.
“It was wonderful to see so many people out enjoying themselves, especially with so many events on in the region over the long weekend,” she said.
“It was a great atmosphere for people to relax and unwind with their friends. The weather was perfect, the crowd was great, and everyone was well behaved. We couldn’t have asked for a better day.”
29°C