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Epsom reveal £6m, five-year plan to revive flagging fortunes of the Derby
- Epsom Downs unveiled a £6m, five-year plan to revive the Derby's fortunes.
- Prize fund for the Derby will rise to £2m as part of the plan.
- Under-18s will gain free admission to the main enclosure.
- Free parking will be provided under the new plan.
- A bank of bleacher seats will be installed for better viewing.
- The Coronation Cup will move to join the Derby on Saturday.
- Organizers aim to attract a six-figure crowd by 2030.
- Attendance at the 2025 Derby ran at 22,787 on Derby Day, with 37,599 over two days.
- The plan includes eight-race cards on both Derby days.
- Officials referenced historic crowds to contextualize future targets.
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