Mercedes–Benz Ballsbridge join the field for the Champions Festival in Leopardstown

Mercedes–Benz Ballsbridge have been announced as the Official Car Partner to day one of the Irish Champions Festival at Leopardstown Racecourse.

Having first made its debut with Leopardstown Racecourse as the Official Car Partner to the Leopardstown Christmas Festival, this partnership will now expand to day one of the Irish Champions Festival at Leopardstown Racecourse, Saturday 14^th September.

Mercedes-Benz has aligned itself with flat racing as it sees similarities between the two brands, especially when it comes to high performance, speed and precision.

Irish Champions Festival is a two day flat fixture boasting a prize fund of over €4.5m across the weekend.

It is the flagship flat fixture in the Irish calendar attracting international runners, riders and connections.

Racegoers on day one of the Irish Champions Festival can expect to see prestigious Mercedes–Benz car models displayed around the enclosure, including all-electric models, hybrid as well as petrol & diesel models.

Gerard Lynch, Managing Director of MSL Motor Group commented: “We, at Mercedes-Benz Ballsbridge, are delighted to partner with the Leopardstown Racecourse again, this time for the Irish Champions Festival on September 14th.

“Following on from our successful association at the Christmas Festival we are thrilled to be back again, showcasing our luxurious Mercedes-Benz models.

“We look forward to being part of an exceptional day of racing and celebrating flat racings passion and dedication that is synonymous with the Irish Champions Festival.”

Photo: Keith Fallon, Brand Manager, Mercedes-Benz Ballsbridge (left) and Tim Husbands, CEO of Leopardstown Racecourse (right)

Motoring / 26th August 2024 / Cormac Cahill