ITV rip up schedule to allow broadcast of historic sporting event
ITV have confirmed a major broadcasting change to their coverage of a historic sporting event.
A new two-hour window has been reserved on ITV4 on the night of Saturday, November 2.
PAITV will show superstar colt City Of Troy’s bid for history in the Breeders’ Cup – after a major schedule rejig[/caption]
Punters will now be able to see City Of Troy’s bid to land the Breeders’ Cup Classic on terrestrial TV.
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The Derby, Coral-Eclipse and Juddmonte winner will aim to become the first horse ever to land the Epsom feature and American blockbuster.
Trainer Aidan O’Brien recently took the all-conquering colt to Southwell for a workout in front of delighted fans.
And now it is all systems go for Del Mar when he lines up in the feature contest of the two-day Breeders’ Cup.
ITV racing host Ed Chamberlin confirmed the good news – which came after ITV originally said they had been forced to axe coverage owing to a fixture clash.
He said: “Our determination to show you City Of Troy go for Breeders’ Cup glory means the ITV schedulers have had a re-jig.
“On Saturday, November 2 there will now be a two-hour show for you to enjoy.
“There will be three lives races that will include the Breeders’ Cup Turf and City Of Troy’s bid to win the Breeders’ Cup Classic.
“It could be very special, it will be live and free-to-air for you from 8pm that Saturday night.
“I’m delighted to tell you that news.”
The Breeders’ Cup is the world championships of racing and also features a strong British and Irish contingent.
ITV have usually shown both nights in recent years – with Sky Sports Racing and Racing TV will show you live coverage of every single race.
Some of the big names expected to be in action include a mouthwatering clash between 2000 Guineas winner Notable Speech and awesome filly Porta Fortuna in the Mile.
While Bradsell will look to continue his amazing comeback season in the Turf Sprint.
Arc de Triomphe winner Bluestocking could run in the Turf, although she’s favourite for the Filly and Mare Turf as well.
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