The Meilen-Trophy is a
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horse race
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in
Germany open to
thoroughbreds aged three years or older. It is run at a variety of German racecourses over a distance of 1,600 metres (about 1 mile), and it is scheduled to take place in July of each year.
History
The event was established in 1991, and it was originally held at
Hoppegarten. It was initially given Group 3 status, and was promoted to Group 2 level in 1994. For a period it was called the Berlin Brandenburg-Trophy.
The race's venue has rotated between several German courses since 2005. It has been contested at
Cologne (2005–06, 2017), Hanover (2007–08, 2010, 2012, 2014-15),
Düsseldorf (2009, 2011, 2016) and Krefeld (2013). During this period it has been run under several different titles.
Records
Winners until 2004
Winners since 2005
See also
*
List of German flat horse races
*
Recurring sporting events established in 1991 ''– this race is included under its former title, Berlin Brandenburg-Trophy.''
References
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Racing Post
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Open mile category horse races
Horse races in Germany
Recurring sporting events established in 1991
1991 establishments in Germany