Premio Carlo d'Alessio


The Premio Carlo d'Alessio is a Listed flat horse race in Italy open to thoroughbreds aged four years or older. It is run over a distance of 2,400 metres at Capannelle in May.

History

The race was originally called the Premio Ellington. It was named after Ellington, the sire of a leading 19th-century broodmare in Picciola, Italy.
The Premio Ellington was run over 2,400 metres. For a period it held Group 2 status.
The event was renamed in memory of Carlo d'Alessio, a successful racehorse owner, in 2000. D'Alessio's horses included Bolkonski, Le Moss and Wollow.
The Premio Carlo d'Alessio was extended to 2,800 metres in 2001. It reverted to 2,400 metres in 2005. It was downgraded to Group 3 level in 2006, downgraded to Listed level in 2024.

Records


Most successful horse since 1977 :
  • Luso – 1996, 1997
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Leading jockey since 1987 :
  • Dario Vargiu – Exhibit One, Gimmy, Il Fenomeno, Time Chant
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Leading trainer since 1987 :

Earlier winners


  • 1977: Coltinger
  • 1978: Rue de la Paix
  • 1979: Montorselli
  • 1980: Sifounas
  • 1981: Ladislao di Oppelm