For Dopers who don’t go to the horse races, a little background. Horse races generally have a name of some description. Not just a Class 4 Handicap but The Straight Dope Handicap (Class 4). Most well known races have permanent names like the Kentucky Derby or are named after important racing figures or horses.
In Australia the ordinary races at mundane meetings are named by sponsorship. It is a pretty generous deal. You put up a portion of the prizemoney and get a group of tickets, access to the members stand and naming rights for the race.
Previously my favourite had been The Flat Earth Society Handicap held some years ago at Canterbury. Today a new favourite takes its place. Race one at Strathalbyn (South Australia) is the bewitchingly named Seagull Droppings 3yo+ Maiden Plate.