Doncaster prepares to host the 250th St Leger stakes on Town Moor

Doncaster Racecourse hosts the 250th running of the St Leger Stakes today at 3:35 p.m. Eleven runners are set to compete in the world's oldest Classic, with trainer Joseph O'Brien entering Enceladus as a potential market leader. Aidan O'Brien saddles four entries, including Derby winner Christmas Day, who is paired with rider Ronan Whelan. Pierre Bonnard and Amelia Earhart also feature in the field of contenders for the Group 1 event. The race day schedule includes additional competitive contests, such as the Group 2 Champagne Stakes and the Betfred Park Stakes. Spectators are awaiting the start of the primary race following the morning's preliminary maiden and handicap events.