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Mascot Derby in the T20 Blast

The Vitality T20 Blast competition in the UK saw a unique and highly anticipated Mascot Race. This race has been hosted every year since 2004 between the mascots of all 18 county teams. the 18 mascots of the teams, competed against each other in a race on a customized set on the playing field to win the coveted crown. The race is one of the most hilarious things to watch and is loved by children attending the matches.

Unfortunately, in the most recent edition of the T20 Blast in 2023, the defending champion “Alfred the Gorilla,” of Gloucestershire, didn't take part in the proceedings due to a case of having dodgy bananas overnight. The Mascot that won the race was first-ever champion “Lanky the Giraffe,” representing Lancashire. The second place went to the “Charlie Fox,” of Leicestershire, while the final place on the podium was secured by “Freddie the Falcon,” of Derbyshire.