A 62-year-old time capsule note recently discovered by a finder is credited with prompting a bet that pays off after the Epsom Derby. According to reports, the letter—buried decades ago—includes guidance telling the finder to place money on a horse with a Santa-themed name. After finding the note, the person reportedly bet on a runner named “Christmas Day,” matching the Santa-themed instruction. The bet is described as being successful once the horse “Christmas Day” wins the Epsom Derby. The finder reportedly wins £2,500 as a result of the wager. The accounts focus on the connection between the buried note’s message and the later choice of horse for the bet. Both reports characterize the outcome as a direct result of following the note’s instruction, rather than any involvement by racing officials. The reports do not provide additional details about the note’s origin, who buried it, or how it was verified beyond the finder’s discovery.