The National Thoroughbred League (NTL) delivers a high-energy event unlike anything else in horse racing. Each Cup features three races, with all 10 teams entering one horse from their roster per race. The entire competition wraps in under three hours, complete with fast-paced racing and entertaining moments between races. Distances range from six furlongs to one mile on dirt and turf, with both colts and fillies competing.
The Point System
Teams earn points based on their horse’s finishing position in each race, with a heightened emphasis on the final race and bonus points awarded for overall performance.
Races 1 & 2
1st: 1000 points
2nd: 900 points
3rd: 800 points
4th: 700 points
5th: 600 points
6th: 500 points
7th: 400 points
8th: 300 points
9th: 200 points
10th: 100 points
Race 3: The High-Stakes Finale
1st: 1250 points
2nd: 1125 points
3rd: 1000 points
4th: 875 points
5th: 750 points
6th: 625 points
7th: 500 points
8th: 375 points
9th: 250 points
10th: 125 points
Points in Race 3 are increased by a 1.25 multiplier
Bonus Points:
1st: +250 points
2nd: +225 points
3rd: +200 points
4th: +175 points
5th: +150 points
Bonus points are awarded to the top five teams based on the combined results of all three races.
The team with the highest total points at the end of the event wins the Cup. The team with the most points for the season earns the NTL Championship title.
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