ITV Racing is set for a high-profile return next week, with 21 live races to be screened over three days, beginning at Newmarket and Lingfield on Friday.
It will be the channel's first broadcast since Thurles in Ireland was shown on March 21 and will hosted by Ed Chamberlin from his home 'studio'.
Seven races will be shown each day and taking centre stage on the first afternoon at Newmarket is the Coronation Cup, followed by the Qipco-sponsored 2000 and 1000 Guineas on Saturday and Sunday respectively.
Lingfield's Derby and Oaks trials also feature, while the Sagaro Stakes at Newcastle is another highlight of the Saturday fare and the Brigadier Gerard Stakes will be shown from Haydock on Sunday.
Francesca Cumani will also be part of ITV's home-based team, as will Jason Weaver and all the direction and production team of the show, using innovative technology and adhering to social-distancing guidelines. Richard Hoiles will be based off site in a commentary booth.
The Opening Show will return on 2000 Guineas day, on ITV4 from 9.30-10.30am, presented from home by Oli Bell, who will be joined Weaver, Hoiles and Matt Chapman.
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