The company previously supported the Doncaster Racecourse-based race from 1995 to 1998.

The move comes at a time when the hospitality and entertainment industries face significant pressures and concerns about the return of crowds to live events.

The 2020 St Leger Festival will be run at Doncaster between 9-12 November.

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