WTR Racing in Support of Cambridge RDA charity

Media Release - Tuesday June 17

Waikato Thoroughbred Racing will continue a proud tradition on the Cambridge Synthetic on Wednesday, with the fifth edition of their annual Cambridge RDA Raceday.

The Cambridge Riding For The Disabled is part of a nationwide organisation that focusses on providing interaction with horses to improve the health and wellbeing of people experiencing disabilities, challenges or specific needs.

The RDA is catering for a wide range of individuals, as well as horses, staff, and volunteers, so fundraisers such as this raceday provide the essential funds needed to keep this service operational.

In 2024, WTR was able to fundraise just shy of $25,000 for the charity, and this year, they hope to continue building on that contribution.

“The Cambridge RDA Raceday is one of the most rewarding events on our calendar,” WTR chief operating officer Andy Cruickshank said.

“It’s a day when the wider racing fraternity comes together not just for the love of racing, but to give back to an organisation that makes an extraordinary difference in people’s lives.

“We’re proud to continue to facilitate this day, having been started by the Cambridge Jockey Club prior to the merger, and to help raise vital funds for a cause that resonates so strongly in our community.

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“Whether you’re a racing fan, a supporter of RDA, or just looking for a great reason to get out of the office on a Wednesday, this is a day not to be missed.

“Bring your team, bring your friends, and bring a few coins to contribute to the cause.”

WTR will be coordinating on-course fundraising opportunities and sourcing individual race sponsors for the meeting, while the Cambridge RDA representatives will also be on course, collecting donations with their much-loved miniature pony Marvellous Monty.

“We are so grateful to Waikato Thoroughbred Racing for their continued support,” Cambridge RDA’s Sam Ogden said.

“The funds raised at this raceday are vital to our operations. They help keep our programmes running, our horses happy and healthy, and our riders progressing. Plus, it’s just such a fun day. There’s nothing like the energy of the track, and our volunteers love being part of it.”

If you’re heading on course, a gold coin donation will be appreciated on entry, and from there, enjoy a vibrant afternoon of entertainment, headlined by a fantastic card of races on the polytrack, with the first race to jump at 10:55am. – LOVERACING.NZ News Desk

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