There was plenty of action both on and off the track at Queensland’s Doomben Racecourse on Saturday.
Thousands of punters glammed up in their sharpest attire for a fun-filled Tattersall’s Club Tiara Race Day.
Although very few tiaras were actually seen, sparkling champagne was flowing and the sun was shining over the popular race track.
Pretty dress, check. Heels and headwear, check. There were smiles all round at Doomben Racecourse on Saturday
Thousands of punters glammed up in their sharpest attire for a fun-filled day in the Queensland sunshine at the Tattersall’s Club Tiara Race Day. There were plenty of thrills and spills
A high-spirited young lady in a floral dress was excited to have a uninterrupted window view to all of the action on the track
This well-dressed gentleman was pictured having the time of his life at the Tattersall’s Club Tiara Race Day
Many punters at the Brisbane racetrack went home a winner, like this thrilled racegoer
Tattersall’s Racing Club’s premier race day was held as part of the 2018 Winter Racing Carnival. These ladies got into the spirit
A sea of fancy females converged dressed to impress for their shot at taking home the prize in the fashion show.
Women opted to keep with a regal red, white and black theme for in the day’s nine race program.
A variety of headwear was a prominent feature of the day, with some opting for stylish broad-rimmed hats.
The day provided an abundance of opportunities for eager punters to place a bet, including the Sky Racing Tattersall’s Club Tiara group one race, along with group three races WJ Healy Stakes and Carlton Mid Tattersall’s Cup.
Jockey Blake Shinn rode the heavily backed Gai Waterhouse/Adrian Bott-trained favourite Prompt Response to victory in the group one race Sky Racing Tattersall’s Tiara, ahead of the Chris Waller-trained Shillelagh.
These women needed a moment away from the track action to snap a quick selfie on their phones
Three women are pictured posing for a photo on Saturday as thousands let their hair down at the racetrack
A lucky punter in the floral dress was excited to back a winner while two other racegoers had a victorious embrace
While the ladies were keen to doll up, these guys decided to go for a more casual look
Shinn described mare Prompt Response as ‘a lethal horse’ afterwards.
‘She’s a real genuine Everest contender if she gets a slot,’ he told The Courier Mail.
‘She never runs out of top four, she goes great fresh and she proved today she’s a genuine Group 1 horse and people should seriously consider her. She’s just a darling.
‘Every time you ride her you know what you’re going to get. I’m glad I could ride her well today and everything worked out. The horse deserves it, the owners deserve it, Gai and Adrian’s team and I’m really satisfied to win this race today.’
Punters enjoyed the atmosphere at Queensland’s Tiara Race Day on Saturday
This racegoer was hungry for a short break away from the festivities as she ate pizza ate the Doomben track
Juggling a glass of champagne and phone in one hand, this lady cheers the horses on while her male companion inspects the form guide while shielding his eyes from the sun
Tattersall’s Racing Club’s premier race day was held as part of the 2018 Winter Racing Carnival on Saturday
Posing for photos proved proved to be thirsty work for these dressed up racegoers
There were plenty of ice buckets to keep champagne chilled so the party could continue well into the afternoon
Earlier, Divine Unicorn won $200,000 G3 Tattersall’s Cup in his first distance test in the 2200-metre race on Saturday.
It was just the eighth career start for the northern NSW-trained four-year-old.
Many ladies were dressed to impress the judges of Tattersall’s Club Wintergarden Fashions on the Field, which was won by Amanda Macor and Lee Attard, who won return tickets to Singapore, thanks to Singapore Airlines.
Entrants were judged on suitability for Queensland’s climate, understanding and interpretation of current fashion trends, accessories, grooming and deportment and headwear.
Fashions of the field entrants were judged on suitability for Queensland’s climate, understanding and interpretation of current fashion trends, accessories, grooming and deportment and headwear
Floral dresses were a popular choice among fashions of the field entrants – as the woman pictured left showcased on Saturday
Some racegoers got into the spirit of the race day by donning tiaras.
Thirsty revellers were in high spirits at the track as the party continued well after the last race.
The next Tattersall’s race day at Doomben Racecourse is on July 21.
This fashions of the field entrant impressed the judges with her elegant headwear and fur shawl
These friends were matchy matchy with their white dresses and black heels as they clutched their smartphones
There was plenty of horsing around both on and off the track as punters let their hair down for a day at the track
The gentlemen pictured were more interested in the fillies on the track as they tried to find a winner
Sunglasses and clutches were the perfect accessories for these racegoers
Punters were in very high spirits as they let their hair down at Doomben Racecourse. This woman appeared to have backed a winner
Hands up in the air if you’re having fun at the races, just like these ladies