That will add value to the Kenny Smith Festival, held earlier in the month, making it more attractive for overseas competitors, but it does raise issues as to the future of what have been regular Festivals at HD since 2010.
As far as I know, there has not been any announcement regarding a 2018 Festival at HD. Traditionally, HRC run a good classic meeting immediately prior to the Festival, so maybe the calendar is changing?
An upgrade to Taupo of that magnitude must surely include some covered seating for spectators?
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