Son Pardo Racecourse hosted a major racing event this Sunday in celebration of the Day of the Balearic Islands, a key date in the official calendar that successfully combined sport, tradition and public engagement. With free admission and a strong turnout, the event reaffirmed the social and festive significance of harness racing in Mallorca.
The highlight of the programme, the Gran Premio Govern de les Illes Balears, concluded with a decisive win for Il Capo Mar, driven by J. A. Riera, following a highly competitive race. Joia Cash, driven by G. Andreu, secured second place, while Juan De Font, guided by A. Valls, finished third.
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Il Capo Mar claims victory at the Gran Premio Govern de les Illes Balears during the Day of the Balearic Islands celebrations
In the Illes Balears Trophy, open to international competitors, victory went to Felli Eleven (FR) with A. Frontera in the sulky. Second place was claimed by Fanfarronneur (FR), driven by Jme. Fluxa, while Heros De Fleur (FR), driven by F. Bennasar, completed the podium.
The awards ceremony was led by the Second Vice-President and Minister for the Environment, Rural Affairs and Sports, Pedro Bestard, accompanied by the President of the Mallorca Harness Racing Institute, Gaspar Oliver, and the President of the Balearic Trotting Federation, Juan Antonio Rosselló. During his address, Bestard highlighted the importance of these races within the Balearic trotting calendar and praised the high sporting standard of local horses and drivers at both national and international levels.
He also emphasised that holding this event on such a symbolic date strengthens the bond between sport, tradition and regional identity, establishing Son Pardo as a central meeting point for enthusiasts and families alike.
A landmark event in Mallorca’s harness racing calendar
The race meeting featured a total of eight races, including two flagship events. The Gran Premio Govern de les Illes Balears, with prize money of €9,000, was reserved for the best national horses aged four and older. Meanwhile, the Illes Balears Trophy, offering €8,000 in prizes, showcased international participation.
Additional races included the Eivissa, Formentera and Cabrera prizes, alongside the Veda and Royal races for three-year-old horses from the “N” generation. The inclusion of a children’s drivers race added an educational and family-oriented dimension, highlighting the commitment to training and future generations within the sport.
Once again, this event has established itself as one of the most significant dates of the year for harness racing in Mallorca, reinforcing both its sporting relevance and its institutional role within the Day of the Balearic Islands celebrations.