Following a new deal between SIS and Media System Technologies, the 140th edition of the Italian Gallop Derby was brought to the UK and Ireland for the first time.
Horse racing fans were able to enjoy the nine races from the Capannelle racecourse in Rome on Sunday May 21, which included three listed races and three group contests.
“The Italian Derby is one of the premier contests in Europe, and we are delighted to bring the 140th renewal to bettors in the UK and Ireland and around the world through our partnership with Media System Technologies,” said Conall McSorley, head of international horseracing at SIS.
“With a rich history, the race resonates with racing fans in Italy and globally. We are sure that the increased global audience will enjoy the high quality action from Italy’s most valuable race meeting, as we continue to expand our racing offering across the world.”
Michele Rosi, head of operations and business development at MST, added: “The distribution of the Derby di Galoppo in the UK and Ireland to major betting brands brings MST and the entire horse racing chain to a new important milestone: the distribution of an important event such as the Derby Italiano di Gallop in the natural cradle of this beautiful discipline.
“We are sure that the high value of the day of racing, enriched by the quality of the HD images, will represent the best advertisement for a relevant market such as the UK and Ireland. This is precisely the image that MST has been exporting internationally since August 2022, together with the offer of Italian racing.”
