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100th Gazi Race set for June 28, 2026, in Istanbul
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100th Gazi Race set for June 28, 2026, in Istanbul

From Cumhuriyet · () Turkish

Translated from Turkish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The 100th Gazi Race, a prestigious Turkish horse race, will be held on June 28, 2026, at the Veliefendi Racecourse in Istanbul.
  • This historic event honors Mustafa Kemal Atatรผrk and has been held annually since 1927.
  • A new logo has been released for the centenary celebration of the race.

The countdown has begun for the 100th Gazi Race, Turkey's most prestigious equestrian event, set to make history in 2026. The highly anticipated race is scheduled to take place on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at Istanbul's Veliefendi Racecourse.

This year marks a significant milestone as it is the 100th running of the Gazi Race. The competition, a testament to Turkish equestrian heritage, has been held without interruption since 1927. It features three-year-old purebred English horses competing over a distance of 2400 meters. The race has a special historical connection, having been organized annually in honor of Mustafa Kemal Atatรผrk, the founder of the Republic of Turkey.

To commemorate this centenary occasion, a specially designed new logo for the 100th Gazi Race has been unveiled to the public. The event continues to be a highlight of the Turkish sporting calendar, celebrating both athletic prowess and national history.

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Originally published by Cumhuriyet in Turkish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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