Elegance celebrated in grand style at the 143rd Longines Kentucky Oaks

05/05/2017

Press release

St. Imier (Switzerland) / Louisville, KY (USA), May 5, 2017 – The Swiss watch brand Longines was proud to be the Title Partner and Official Timekeeper of the Longines Kentucky Oaks, held on the day before the Kentucky Derby. The featured Group 1 race for 3-year old fillies was claimed by Abel Tasman, and the winning connections were presented with Longines timepiece from the Conquest collection. Fourth highest attended horse race in the United States – following the Triple Crown legs also timed by Longines – the Longines Kentucky Oaks is also renowned for the elegance of its audience, as well as its inimitable Fashion Contest, during which the lady with the most stylish look is rewarded. The panel of judges comprised this year Longines Ambassador of Elegance and women’s tennis icon Stefanie Graf, who added to the glamour of the event.

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