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Bentley Princess Margaret Cup: Live Horse Racing in Mauritius
The prestigious Bentley Princess Margaret Cup takes centre stage at the Champ de Mars racecourse in Mauritius — follow all the live action here.
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One of Mauritius's most celebrated flat racing events, the Bentley Princess Margaret Cup, is underway at the historic Champ de Mars racecourse in Port Louis — one of the oldest horse racing venues in the Southern Hemisphere.
The Princess Margaret Cup is a marquee fixture in the Mauritian horse racing calendar, attracting top-class horses, trainers, and jockeys from across the island and the region. Sponsored by luxury British automaker Bentley, the race carries significant prestige and draws large crowds to the iconic Champ de Mars, which has hosted racing since 1812.
**About the Champ de Mars**
Located in the heart of Port Louis, the Mauritius capital, the Champ de Mars is managed by the Mauritius Turf Club (MTC) — the body responsible for organising and regulating horse racing on the island. Racing at the Champ de Mars is a deeply embedded part of Mauritian culture and social life, with the season typically running from around May to November each year.
**The Princess Margaret Cup — A Race with History**
The Princess Margaret Cup is named in honour of Princess Margaret, sister of the late Queen Elizabeth II, who visited Mauritius during the colonial era. The race has since become one of the most anticipated events of the racing season, drawing significant betting activity through the Mauritius Turf Club's official wagering channels.
Bentley's sponsorship of the cup reflects a broader trend of premium international brands associating themselves with Mauritius's upmarket sporting and lifestyle events — a sign of the island's growing profile as a destination for luxury experiences.
**What This Means for Racing Fans**
For Mauritian racing enthusiasts, the Bentley Princess Margaret Cup is more than just a race — it is a social occasion. Racedays at Champ de Mars bring together families, punters, and spectators from all walks of life. The event also has broader economic significance, generating activity in hospitality, retail, and tourism on racedays.
Live coverage and streaming of the event is being broadcast by ION News, allowing fans who cannot attend in person to follow the action in real time.
Stay tuned for race results, highlights, and post-race coverage as the day's events unfold at the Champ de Mars.
Source: ION News
What is the Bentley Princess Margaret Cup in Mauritius?−
The Bentley Princess Margaret Cup is one of the premier horse racing events on the Mauritius racing calendar, held at the Champ de Mars racecourse in Port Louis. It is organised by the Mauritius Turf Club (MTC) and sponsored by luxury carmaker Bentley. The race is named after Princess Margaret, who visited the island during the British colonial period.
Where is horse racing held in Mauritius?−
Horse racing in Mauritius takes place at the Champ de Mars racecourse in Port Louis, the island's capital. Established in 1812, it is one of the oldest horse racing tracks in the Southern Hemisphere and is managed by the Mauritius Turf Club. The racing season typically runs from May to November.
How can I watch the Princess Margaret Cup live?−
Live coverage of the Bentley Princess Margaret Cup is broadcast by ION News (ionnews.mu), which streams major Mauritian racing events online, allowing viewers both on the island and abroad to follow the races in real time.
