New Year’s Day · 2027
158th New Year Sprint
Musselburgh Racecourse, East Lothian
1st January 2027 10am
Overview
A historic handicap sprint
The New Year Sprint is a Scottish professional handicap footrace. Athletes start from assigned marks, bringing the field together at a common finish.
Competing
Competitor information
Entries open
Complete your entry using the official external entry service.
Enter via SI Entries (opens in a new tab)Further 2027 information
The timetable, competitor guidance and prize information will be published here once confirmed.
Visiting
Plan your journey
Musselburgh Racecourse
Linkfield RoadMusselburgh
East Lothian
EH21 7RG
The New Year Sprint takes place at Musselburgh Racecourse, Linkfield Road, Musselburgh, East Lothian, EH21 7RG.
Getting here
By rail: Wallyford is the nearest railway station.
Parking: Follow event signage. Parking access may use Balcarres Road, EH21 7SD.
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Frequently asked questions
Why do runners start from different marks?
The Sprint uses a handicap format. The assigned marks are designed to create a close, competitive race.