Course quick out of the gates

Goodwood Racecourse in Chichester had thousands of visitors attend the first races of the season at the weekend, including the Double Trigger Handicap Stakes and the Unibet Handicap Stakes.

The news comes after a major overhaul of the Goodwood facilities, including new undercover betting facilities and coffee outlets.

General manager Alex Eade said: ‘We had a really lovely atmosphere across the course and it was great to see so many people enjoying the Bank Holiday weekend.

‘We now look forward to the May Festival which takes place from May 23-25.

‘Our food market will invite guests to sample and shop for an array of locally-sourced food and drink, while top chefs will host a number of culinary displays.’