Brigadier Gerard Stakes to be run in memory of Joe Mercer
By Racing TV
Last Updated: Tue 5 Dec 2023
This year’s Coral Brigadier Gerard Stakes will be run in memory of Joe Mercer, who died earlier this week.
Mercer will be forever remembered for his partnership with the great Brigadier Gerard, one of the titans of the turf.
Run at Sandown on May 27, the race’s full title will be the Coral Brigadier Gerard Stakes (In memory of Joe Mercer).
A tribute to legendary jockey Joe Mercer
Mercer rode Brigadier Gerard in all 18 of his races, winning the 1971 Eclipse at Sandown among many other highlights.
Phil White, regional director at Jockey Club Racecourses, said: “We were deeply saddened to hear of Joe Mercer’s death earlier this week, and are pleased to be able to mark the occasion in the race which honours the horse he was most famously associated with.
“Our thanks go to Coral for their assistance in facilitating this and we hope the race will give racing fans and the industry a chance to remember one of the greatest and most stylish jockeys the sport has seen.”
Related posts
Irish Gold Cup: runner-by-runner guide and verdict
Angus McNae's Sunday tips: "He has a huge performance in him"
Five horses to follow at Leopardstown on Monday
The 25-1 chance who can spoil party for Galopin Des Champs
Watch: Mighty Majborough mauls Dublin Chase rivals
Todays top offer
Bet £10 get £50 in Free Bets + get money back if 2nd to SP fav with BOYLE Sports
T&Cs Apply
Featured offers
Bet £10 Get £30 in free bets with Betano
T&Cs Apply
Claim Now
Get £50 in free bets when you bet £10 with Coral
T&Cs Apply
Claim Now
Bet £10 get £30 in free bets with BetVictor
T&Cs Apply
Claim Now
Bet £10 get £40 in free bets with TalkSportBet
T&Cs Apply
Claim Now
Copyright 2026 Racing TV - All Rights Reserved.
Please bet responsibly
Copyright 2026. All rights reserved