They are under starter's orders.... and they're off.

Horseracing comes to the Amex today.

The Ayr Gold Cup will be shown live on the big screens and concourse screens at half-time of Albion's game against Blackpool.

It will be the first time a race has been screened live during half-time at a Football League ground.

As part of the deal struck by Albion with Football League sponsors Skybet and The Cloud, 1,000 free £5 bets will be offered to Albion fans after 2pm. Details will be available on the big screen.

Possible topical winners include Alben Star, the blue and white stripes worn by the jockey of Minalisa and what would surely be Kazenga LuaLua's fancy - Fast Shot.