The Barney Curley DAFA Charity Cup is back!

Please join DAFA at Bellewstown racetrack on September 27th to see two legends from the horseracing world, Willie Mullins and Frankie Dettori, return for the second Barney Curley DAFA Charity Cup.

Willie Mullins and Frankie Dettori at the Barney Curley DAFA Charity Cup in 2022

Team Mullins takes on Team Dettori again this year in the Barney Curley DAFA Charity Cup, our flagship event which raises vital funds for our work in Zambia.

This year, there will be free entry for all for the event at Bellewstown Racetrack on September 27th thanks to the National Bookmakers Association, so we’re hoping for a large crowd to see the two teams of seven top-class riders compete in two races generously sponsored by Gannon City Recovery & Recycling Services Limited and The Gallagher Group.

Last year, it was Frankie Dettori’s team who took home the cup. Speaking about his return this year, he said, “I’m looking forward to coming back to Bellewstown on Wednesday to retain the Barney Curley Charity Cup crown. I’m very confident my brilliant team will do the business in honour of my great friend and mentor Barney Curley. I hope lots of racegoers come out to support the day, all for a great cause – see you on the hill.”

Opponent, champion jumps trainer Willie Mullins, was defiant however, “My team and I were pipped at the post in the Barney Curley Charity Cup last year. So, we are back this year, more focused than ever to keep the trophy at home. We had a great day last year so I would encourage everyone to come racing and support your team of choice and DAFA’s wonderful work in Zambia.”

Here, at DAFA we’re so grateful for the support of Frankie and Willie, all their jockeys, Bellewstown Racetrack, the National Bookmakers Association, Gannon City Recovery & Recycling Services Limited, and The Gallagher Group for their support again this year.

The funds raised at Bellewstown last year have allowed us to continue vital work on health and education projects in Zambia that help the most needy, and we’re so excited to be back for another great day out in Bellewstown.