Welcome to the third day of the 2026 Qatar Goodwood Festival, presented by Visit Qatar.
Today we celebrate Ladies’ Day, where style and world-class racing come together. The feature race is the Group 1 Qatar Nassau Stakes, a contest that has long been recognised as one of Europe’s premier races for fillies and mares.
First run in 1840, the Qatar Nassau Stakes has earned an outstanding reputation for showcasing exceptional talent, with many of its winners going on to achieve international acclaim. Its distinguished roll of honour features some of the sport’s most memorable performers, whose victories at Goodwood have cemented the race’s place among the highlights of the global racing calendar.
Ladies’ Day also welcomes the return of the Markel Magnolia Cup, where inspirational women from a wide range of backgrounds come together to race in support of charitable causes. The race has raised over £3.5 million since its inception in 2011, and this year supports Education Above All. It remains one of the festival’s most distinctive and uplifting traditions, celebrating achievement, determination and opportunity both on and off the racecourse.
We extend our sincere thanks to our presenting partner, Visit Qatar and to all our other partners for their continued support.
On behalf of everyone at Goodwood, we wish you a wonderful and profitable day.
The Duke of Richmond and Gordon, CBE DL
GOODWOOD HISTORY
Horses have raced at Goodwood since at least the 1740s, and perhaps earlier. A painting in the Goodwood Collection from that period shows the second Duke of Richmond surveying a race in the grounds, with Chichester Cathedral in the backdrop. The Duke’s passion for the turf came from his father, the first Duke of Richmond, who rode at Newmarket aged fourteen, and his grandfather, King Charles II, who rode, set out the rules, and rebuilt the royal Palace at Newmarket. Until the very early nineteenth century, race meetings at Goodwood were private affairs, organised between the Dukes of Richmond and their friends and neighbours. In 1801, a private meeting held by the third Duke of Richmond for the Sussex Militia prompted a change. The meeting’s success drove the third Duke to hold the first public meeting the following year. This saw an exciting head-to-head between Cedar, owned by the third Duke, and Rebel, who belonged to the future King George IV. Rebel was victorious! From then on, the Goodwood meeting took place every summer, becoming a firm fixture in the racing calendar. The fourth Duke of Richmond introduced the Goodwood Cup in 1812, and the fifth Duke of Richmond, influenced by his great friend Lord George Bentinck, threw resources into the racecourse, including major earthworks in 1829 to extend the racecourse to the foot of the Trundle. Innovations included the pre-race parade of horses and public saddling, designed to hinder the skulduggery that went on behind the scenes and with which the sport was rife. From those early days, ‘Glorious Goodwood’ – as the press dubbed the meeting – became a highlight of the English summer season. King Edward VII, who attended every year, famously described it as ‘a garden party with racing tacked on’ and helped relax the dress-code from the more formal morning coats and top hats to straw hats and lounge suits. The King also exhibited his colourful wardrobe, on one occasion matching a pink shirt with lavender gloves. The meeting became the place to debut new styles, and for women, show off the latest gowns and hats. For everyone, Goodwood became the final fling of the season before all departed for Cowes Regatta on the Isle of Wight or the Highlands of Scotland. For much of its early history, racing took place over three consecutive days (Wednesday, Thursday and Friday), with Tuesday being added later. Under the tenth Duke of Richmond, Saturday racing was introduced and the race programme enlarged from four to twenty days across the season. Today, Goodwood is rightly hailed as the most beautiful racecourse in the world and the place where many of the greatest racehorses have battled it out on the top of the South Downs.
Clementine de la Poer Beresford, Curator of the Goodwood Collection
Racing in Goodwood Park, 1740s, is the earliest surviving depiction of racing taking place on the Goodwood Estate. It shows the second Duke of Richmond, dressed in a fine blue knee-length coat, embellished with gold brocade thread, surveying the scene. Sarah, Duchess of Richmond stands to the right of him, and in the background is the spire of Chichester Cathedral.
After the races at Molecomb, home of the Earl of March on the Goodwood Estate, circa 1870.
Raceweek house party seated on the library steps at Goodwood, with the Prince and Princess of Wales, in 1866.
King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra departing for the races from Goodwood in the Royal carriage, 1905.
House party guests departing for the races from Goodwood House, circa 1905.
Lord George Bentinck, a popular figure at Goodwood, commissioned the first ever horsebox to take his horse, Elis, in secret from Goodwood to Doncaster to win the 1836 St. Leger.
Winner of the Richmond Stakes in 1895, Persimmon was the best racehorse owned by King Edward VII.
food and drink
richmond
enclosure
food and drink
cast iron coffee
On the ground floor of the March Stand, enjoy a selection of pastries and pies along with Cast Iron’s bespoke Goodwood coffee blend.
the richmond deli
Introduced last year, the Richmond Deli will be serving sandwiches and drinks within the ground floor of the March Grandstand.
veuve clicquot champagne bar
Situated on the Richmond lawn with stunning views of the finish line, enjoy a glass of Veuve Clicquot whilst relaxing on the lawn or on the sofa sets. Various lunch offerings will be available to purchase throughout the day.
annual badge holders (members) bar
Exclusively for Annual Badge Holders
This bar is located on the first floor of the March Stand, offering a base away from the crowds.
1812 bar and conservatory
A large conservatory space with seating attached to the March Stand, Parade Ring side.
the bolney pavilion
Enjoy a taste of English style at The Bolney Pavilion, located within the Richmond Enclosure. Presenting a curated selection of award winning English sparkling and still wines, it offers an elegant setting to celebrate, savour the moment and admire the views across the Parade Ring.
the oak tree lawn bar
presented by whispering angel
Positioned overlooking the Parade Ring, with stunning views of the West Sussex coastline on a clear day, you can toast to the elegance of summer at Goodwood with Whispering Angel.
gordon enclosure
food
the beach canteen
Based within the Sussex Stand, offering a wide selection of food and drink options, including beer battered fish & chips, poke bowls, pizzas and smoothies. Transport yourself to a tropical, Hawaiian paradise at The Tiki Bar, nestled in the corner of The Beach Canteen, where you can indulge in expertly crafted barista coffee.
goodwood organics
Savour the finest Goodwood organic produce, featuring much-loved favourites such as Estate-reared beef burgers and organic pork hot dogs.
ice cream
Treat yourself to something sweet – ice cream is served outside of the Sussex Bar.
the earl’s lawn
The Earl’s Lawn hosts a selection of street food favourites, such as Lebanese, fried chicken, hotdogs and duck wraps. Provided by national street food culinary experts, KERB, each street food option has been hand-selected to be enjoyed easily whilst sitting on the Lawn, listening to the summer sounds of the DJ.
The March Cafe
Located on the ground floor of the March Stand, the perfect place to grab a drink and a light bite to eat. Cast Iron Coffee Roasters have partnered with Goodwood Racecourse to create a bespoke Goodwood Coffee Blend.
drink
the highclere castle gin pavilion
Located next to the Parade Ring within the Gordon Enclosure. Highclere Castle Gin is crafted with botanicals sourced from the Highclere Estate. This unique gin features notes of citrus along with lavender grown in the monks’ garden. Highclere farmed oats are also woven into the recipe, creating a beautifully smooth gin which allows the spirit to be enjoyed on the rocks or as a gin and tonic and garnished with orange and rosemary.
sussex bar
Our largest bar within the Gordon Enclosure, located on the ground floor of the Sussex Stand. A self-order system operates here: simply place and pay for your order, then present your receipt at the collection point at the bar.
the pimm’s and aperol bar
Situated in the Sussex Bar, perfect for savouring Pimm’s and Aperol Spritz while enjoying the lively atmosphere.
the brixton brewery craft bar
Found on the ground floor of the March Stand with easy access to the Parade Ring, serving a range of Brixton Brewery craft ales.
sip ‘n’ saddle bar
For 2026, Cast Iron Roasters will take over this bar inside the of March Grandstand, just next to the Gordon Enclosure, serving their signature espresso martinis and other cocktails.
sussex roof terrace bar
Located on the roof of the Sussex Grandstand, offering a full range of drinks and spectacular 360 views of the surrounding countryside and coastline.
the st-germain bar
In prime position next to the final furlong, the ideal leafy outdoor spot to enjoy a drink whilst watching the action up close.
the maison perrier garden bar
Attached to the exterior of the Sussex Stand and facing the Parade Ring, this bar serves a selection of drinks including Maison Perrier’s signature sparkling drinks.
lennox enclosure
food
kerb street food
Enjoy hot food from KERB street food concessions including hot dogs, chicken and fries.
ice cream van
Treat yourself to something sweet from the ice cream van.
picnics
Picnics are welcome throughout the Lennox Enclosure.
drink
lennox bar
In the heart of the Lennox Enclosure, grab a drink and enjoy the great view of the track.
ENHANCE YOUR DAY
trips to the start
Get closer to the action with our complimentary trips to the starting stalls. A mini-coach will depart from the bus terminus opposite the East Entrance 25 minutes before the second, fourth, and sixth races.
shuttle bus service
A return shuttle bus service will run to Chichester station. Buses leave Chichester station from 10am each day, and depart from outside the Gordon Enclosure’s East Entrance, returning to Chichester at regular intervals until 8.00pm.
Single fare: Adult – £6, Child – £4.
Return fare: Adult – £10, Child – £7
live music
Racegoers will be treated to live music by Neon Rose everyday 11am until 3pm. From 3pm until 7pm, DJ Sarah Bo Parker, will take over the bandstand on the Earl’s Lawn. In the Lennox Enclosure, Squinty McGinty will play Irish Folk music. To top it all off, a traditional steel band will be roaming all enclosures.
strawberries and cream
Available to Richmond and Gordon Enclosure racegoers
At 3.45pm racegoers in both the Gordon Enclosure and Richmond Enclosure can enjoy delicious complimentary strawberries and cream. First come, first served.
the phase eight glow-up bar
Located on the Earl’s Lawn, Richmond and Gordon Enclosure guests can visit the complimentary Phase Eight Glow-Up Bar for make-up and hair touch-ups throughout the day
Enclosure Upgrades
Available to Lennox Enclosure racegoers
Upgrade to the Gordon Enclosure for Parade Ring viewing and access to the Earl’s Lawn. Lennox Enclosure to Gordon Enclosure: £31 today.
March Grandstand
Car Parks
WEST ENTRANCE
Parade Ring
Charlton Stand
The Turf Club
EAST ENTRANCE
Accessibility
Wheelchair Viewing Area
Racecourse Reception
Parent and Baby Room (ground floor)
Seating Area
Bus Terminal
Disabled Seating Area
Sussex Grandstand
Earl’s Lawn
Fortnum & Mason Collection Point
Race Track
richmond enclosure
dining and hospitality
The Charlton Hunt
The Owners and Trainers’ Restaurant
The Long View
The Double Trigger Restaurant
The Horsewalk Restaurant
The Secret Garden private entertaining
The Lookout
March Stand Boxes
relaxed eateries
The Richmond Deli
Cast Iron Coffee bars
Veuve Clicquot Champagne Bar
The Annual Members Bar
1812 Bar and Conservatory
The Oak Tree Lawn Bar
Presented by Whispering Angel
The Owners and Trainers’ Pavilion
The Bolney Pavilion
The Visit Qatar Pavilion
gordon enclosure
dining and hospitality
The Final Furlong
The Sussex Roof Garden Bar
The Sussex Lounge Club
private entertaining
Sussex Boxes
relaxed eateries
The Beach Canteen
The March Café
KERB Street Food
bars
The Sussex Pimm’s and Aperol Bar
The Highclere Castle Gin Pavilion
The Brixton Brewery Craft Bar
The Earl’s Lawn
The Sussex Bar
The Sussex Roof Terrace Bar
The Maison Perrier Garden Bar
Sip ‘N’ Saddle Bar
The St-Germain Bar
Robusto House
lennox enclosure
KERB Bar bars
Lennox Bar
relaxed eateries
Ice Cream
Picnic Area
Catering Concessions
entertainment
Live Music
Playground
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LENNOX ENTRANCE
LENNOX COACH ENTRANCE
Car Park 9
Car Park 8
Race Track
Accessibility
Wheelchair Viewing Area
Seating Area
Bus Terminal
Toilets
Three Furlong Park and Picnic
Car Park 8
Coach Park
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three remaining 2026 fixtures
August Bank Holiday
Friday 28 – Sunday 30 August
August Bank Holiday racing commences with a bang with our annual Friday night fireworks spectacle. On Saturday, racing features the competitive Celebration Mile, followed by the Prestige Stakes on Sunday
Enjoy a family day out, with no charge for those under 18, and complimentary activities including traditional fairground rides. On track, the three most valuable days of racing outside of Qatar Goodwood Festival will take place.
Autumn Racing
Tuesday 8 and Wednesday 23 September
Our late-summer afternoon race fixtures are an ideal escape during the working week. Racegoers are offered the chance to experience Goodwood in all its glory, with the spectacular seasonally-coloured countryside as a fitting backdrop.
Season Finale
Sunday 11 October
Our Season Finale has a relaxed, laid back feel with the atmosphere of a countrystyle meeting. In between some fantastic racing, enjoy the sounds of live music against a backdrop of roaring fire pits and toasted marshmallows
QATAR GOODWOOD FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY
VISIT QATAR 2026 PARTNERS
Presenting Partner
Official Fixed Odds Betting Partner
Event Partners
SEVEN SEAS CRUISES
THE COURSE
course characteristics
Goodwood’s pronounced gradients and sharp bends favour the active, handy type of horse, the fluent mover rather than the big, long-striding runner, and this applies especially in short races and when the going is fast.
position of starting stalls
5f, 6f, 7f, 1m – Centre
1m 3f & 1m 4f – Outside
Rest – Inside
TRAINER & JOCKEY INDEX
jockey index
CHARLES BISHOP
2.25, 4.45
FALEH BUGHENAIM
5.55
WILLIAM BUICK
2.25, 3.35, 5.20, 5.55
HECTOR CROUCH
1.50, 2.25, 3.00, 5.20, 5.55
RAY DAWSON
2.25, 3.35, 5.55
PAT DOBBS
4.10, 5.20
JAMES DOYLE
3.00, 4.10, 5.55
DAVID EGAN
1.50, 4.10, 4.45, 5.20, 5.55
DURAN FENTIMAN
4.45
SHANE FOLEY
1.50
BILLY GARRITTY
4.10
MARCO GHIANI
1.50, 4.10, 4.45, 5.20
EDWARD GREATREX
1.50
JASON HART
3.00
SAM JAMES
2.25, 4.10
PIERRE-LOUIS JAMIN
1.50, 4.10
RYAN KAVANAGH
4.10
COLIN KEANE
3.00, 4.45, 5.55
JOE LEAVY
1.50, 4.10
SEAN LEVEY
2.25, 4.45, 5.20, 5.55
ASHLEY LEWIS
4.10, 4.45
W. M. LORDAN
3.35
BILLY LOUGHNANE
1.50, 2.25, 5.20, 5.55
GINA MANGAN
4.10
TOM MARQUAND
1.50, 3.00, 4.45, 5.55
P. J. MCDONALD
4.45, 5.20, 5.55
DYLAN BROWNE
MCMONAGLE
1.50, 3.00, 5.20
RYAN MOORE
2.25, 3.35, 4.45, 5.20, 5.55
TOBY MOORE
4.45
OISIN MURPHY
1.50, 2.25, 3.00, 3.35, 4.10, 4.45, 5.20, 5.55
OISIN ORR
2.25
SAFFIE OSBORNE
4.10, 4.45, 5.55
MASON PAETEL
4.45
CONNOR PLANAS
4.10
DAVID PROBERT
1.50, 4.45, 5.20, 5.55
ROWAN SCOTT
4.45, 5.20, 5.55
KIERAN SHOEMARK
4.10, 4.45, 5.20, 5.55
JAMIE SPENCER
1.50, 5.20, 5.55
OLIVER STAMMERS
4.10
DANIEL TUDHOPE
4.10, 5.55
JASON WATSON
4.10, 5.55
GEORGE WOOD
1.50, 4.45
trainer index
ANDREW BALDING
3.35, 4.10, 4.45, 5.20
RALPH BECKETT
1.50, 3.00, 5.20, 5.55
K. R. BURKE
1.50, 4.10
JOHN BUTLER
4.45
JACK CHANNON
1.50
JANE CHAPPLE-HYAM
1.50
PETER CHAPPLE-HYAM
1.50
TOM CLOVER
4.10
OLIVER COLE
4.45
ROBERT COWELL
4.10
CLIVE COX
2.25, 5.20, 5.55
SIMON & ED CRISFORD
2.25
DYLAN CUNHA
4.10
TOM DASCOMBE
4.10
LEMOS DE SOUZA
4.10
ED DUNLOP
5.55
TIM EASTERBY
4.45
MICHAEL & DAVID EASTERBY
4.10
HARRY EUSTACE
1.50
DAVID EVANS
4.45
RICHARD & PETER FAHEY
2.25
JAMES FANSHAWE
5.55
JOHN & THADY GOSDEN
1.50, 3.35, 5.20, 5.55
WILLIAM HAGGAS
5.55
RICHARD HANNON
2.25, 3.00, 4.10, 4.45, 5.20, 5.55
CHARLES HILLS
5.55
RICHARD HUGHES
4.45, 5.20
EVE JOHNSON HOUGHTON
2.25, 4.10, 4.45
CHARLIE JOHNSTON
1.50, 3.00, 4.45, 5.20, 5.55
ADRIAN KEATLEY 4.45
G. M. LYONS
3.00
HEATHER MAIN
5.20
PHILLIP MAKIN 2.25
CHRISTOPHER MASON 4.10
BRIAN MEEHAN
1.50, 4.45
DAVID MENUISIER
1.50, 5.55
GARY & JOSH MOORE
5.20, 5.55
AIDAN O’BRIEN
2.25, 3.35, 5.20
DONNACHA AIDAN O’BRIEN
2.25, 3.00
JOSEPH PATRICK O’BRIEN 1.50, 3.00
DAVID O’MEARA 4.10
JAMES OWEN
3.00, 4.45
HUGO PALMER
1.50, 2.25, 4.45, 5.55
CHARLIE PIKE
1.50
OLI RIX
2.25, 5.55
OLLIE SANGSTER
5.20
KATIE SCOTT
4.10
RICHARD SPENCER
5.55
ROGER TEAL
4.10, 5.20
MARCUS TREGONING 5.20
GRANT TUER
4.10
GEMMA TUTTY 4.10
ROGER VARIAN
3.35
ED WALKER
4.10, 4.45, 5.20, 5.55
TOM WARD 5.55
ARCHIE WATSON 5.55
IAN WILLIAMS
4.10, 5.55
S. P. C. WOODS 1.50, 5.55
HOW TO READ THE RACECARD
whirl - winner of the 2025 qatar nassau stakes
8OPERA SINGER (USA) (41)
B f Wootton Bassett - Salsa (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
Owner: Mr M. Tabor, D. Smith & Mrs John Magnier
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien, Ireland
Breeder: Coolmore
39-0 (4)
Jockey: Ryan Moore
Colours: ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE disc, striped sleeves and cap.
Form: 11-6121 D
She has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. A winner at 13-8 in the Group 1 Paddy Power Pretty Polly Stakes at Curragh over 1m 2f (good) on her latest outing last month, beating Kalpana by 1 1/4l. Has also won at York this season. Official BHA Rating 117
Colour of Horse
B – Bay
Br – Brown
Ch – Chestnut
Gr – Grey
Saddle Cloth number –
The number that sits behind the saddle
Sex of Horse
c – colt
h – horse
g – gelding
f –
m – mare Name
Horse
Age of Horse
Weight (st lbs) –
The weight the horse will carry in the race
Draw –
The gate number the horse will start the race from
Jockey Name –
A number next to the name indicates the amount in weight (lbs) that the jockey is claiming off the riding weight
Owner Information Trainer and location of training establishment
Breeder Information
and Dam
BHA Rating–
The BHA handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the Handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horses’ ability
Form Figures
Owner’s Colours (description)
Form Guide Abbreviations
C – Course Winner
D – Distance Winner
CD – Course and Distant Winner
BF – Beaten Favourite
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MARKEL MAGNOLIA CUP CHARITY RACE
a brief history
The race is named after the Magnolia grandiflora that grows up the front of Goodwood House, and were first introduced to Goodwood by the 2nd Duke of Richmond in the mideighteenth century. The beautifully-scented Magnolia flowers were the inspiration behind the perpetual silver cup, designed by famous London silversmiths, Garrard.
The charity race has raised more than £3.5 million since its launch in 2011, supporting children and female focused charities, while continuing to break boundaries for women in racing.
This year, the race will raise funds for Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global education non-profit. The foundation transforms the lives of children and young people affected by poverty, conflict and disaster through education and employment opportunities and has supported more than 18 million children and young people across 77 countries since it was established in 2012 by Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser.
Our dedicated and brave amateur jockeys train for months leading up to the race, undertaking everything from early morning racing sessions to intensive fitness programmes and jockey training classes. Each rider must pass the BHA assessment before being permitted to ride in today’s five-and-a-half-furlong race
gabriela hearst
Goodwood Racecourse is delighted to collaborate with Gabriela Hearst on a collection of jockey silks designs for the 2026 Markel Magnolia Cup. Following in the footsteps of Vivienne Westwood, Sarah Burton, Roksanda Ilincic and Mary Katrantzou, Gabriela has designed 12 individual prints for the incredible riders.
Gabriela is a seventh-generation rancher, born and raised on her family’s 17,000-acre Uruguayan ranch surrounded by horses. Gabriela launched her eponymous label in 2015, and from 2020 to 2023, was the first Latin American designer to helm a major Paris fashion House with her appointment at Chloé. Gabriela’s industry-leading work in sustainable fashion has been recognised with several awards from the CFDA or the British Fashion Council, and most recently, in 2024, she was honoured with the TIME Earth Award for her leadership in climate justice and for pioneering sustainable practices. In March 2025, she was named to the inaugural National Geographic 33 list, recognizing her as a global changemaker whose work is actively shaping a more sustainable future for the planet. Her designs have been worn by many personalities, including the likes of Dr. Jill Biden (at the 2021 presidential inauguration), Kamala Harris, during her presidential campaign, Oscar nominee Chloé Zhao, Angelina Jolie, Laura Dern and Gillian Anderson.
For the 2026 Markel Magnolia Cup, Gabriela Hearst has selected and reissued a series of her most evocative prints from the House’s archive, in the new context of the jockey silk. Each of the 12 individual silks represents a different period from the past decade of the label’s history, showcasing a consistent vision and approach to colour and print. This collection bridges Gabriela’s deep-rooted equestrian heritage with the spirit of this special race at Goodwood and the extraordinary women competing on the track.
THANK YOU
The Markel Magnolia Cup owes thanks to the ladies who have worked so hard towards today’s race and to the owners, trainers and racing organisations that have generously supported us.
Owner Horse Trainer
Tom Clover Lord Normandy
Alwens & Digweeds
Alwens & Digweeds
Ambrose Racing Club Ltd
Nicole Hutchings
Alashos
Southbank
Phantom Watch
Romantic Spirit
Tom Clover
Chris Gordon
Chris Gordon
Hugo Palmer
David Menuisier
The Secret Circle Racing Club Back Before Dark Andy Irvine
David Tierney
Lynwood Lad
Bruisers Boys, Nordoff, Knicks
Gary and Josh Moore
Michael and Windle and Westwood
Andrew Balding
Ed Dunlop
Luke Dace
Cuban Lady
Tactical Plan
Lunario
David Easterby
Patrick Chamings
Ed Dunlop
Luke Dace
We would also like to give our huge thanks to the following friends and supporters, without whom the Markel Magnolia Cup could not happen:
Riding A Dream Academy
Kristy Coyne and the team at Allertons
Candy from Woodlands Ltd
The jockeys’ coaches: George Baker and Michael Hills
The Kennels and Golf at Goodwood
Gabriela Hearst
The British Racing School
Katie Margarson
Charity Race 1.10PM
THE MARKEL
MAGNOLIA CUP
The Ladies’ Race will be run over five and a half furlongs, with the Winning Post moved back down the course to give the horses and jockeys an extra half furlong to pull up once crossing the finishing line.
1 WATTS THE HURRY
Actual Horse Name: Back Before Dark Rider: Jasmine Watts
Owner: The Secret Circle Racing Club
Trainer: Andy Irvine
Construction loss adjuster in London
2 GALLOPING GREEN MAN
Sponsor: Integra and C. Lewis
Designer: Gabriela Hearst
Actual Horse Name: Knicks Rider: Nermina Pieters-Mekic
Owner: Bruisers Boys, Nordoff, Windle & Westwood
Trainer: Michael & David Easterby
Real Housewives of Cheshire star, recently overcome breast cancer
Sponsor: Harrods Designer: Gabriela Hearst
3 DOHA DREAMING
Actual Horse Name: Cuban Lady Rider: Ruth Inman
Owner: Andrew Balding
Trainer: Patrick Chamings
Riding A Dream Academy graduate
4 OPTIMA
Sponsor: Wathnan Racing Designer: Gabriela Hearst
Actual Horse Name: Tactical Plan Rider: Victoria Wang
Owner: Ed Dunlop
Trainer: Ed Dunlop
Bloodstock agent based in Australia and China
Sponsor: Cayton Park Stud Designer: Gabriela Hearst
5 AMERICAN MUSCLE
Actual Horse Name: Lunario Rider: Zoey Schorsch
Owner: Luke Dace
Trainer: Luke Dace
Sponsor: Audrain Automobile Museum
Designer: Gabriela Hearst
Executive for Audrain Group and creative director of ZDS Creative in US
6 WONDERLAND
Actual Horse Name: Lord Normandy Rider: Alice Hawker
Owner: Tom Clover
Trainer: Tom Clover
Bloodstock assistant underwriter for Markel International
7TURBO TROTTER
Sponsor: Markel Designer: Gabriela Hearst
Actual Horse Name: Phantom Watch Rider: Gemma Owen
Owner: Ambrose Racing Club Ltd
Trainer: Hugo Palmer
TV presenter and dressage rider
8 LIKE NO OTHER
Sponsor: Governors Designer: Gabriela Hearst
Actual Horse Name: Lynwood Lad Rider: Joanna Bovis
Owner: David Tierney
Trainer: Gary & Josh Moore
Reconstructive microsurgeon at The Royal Marsden Hospital
9 TON-OF-FUN
Sponsor: Howden
Designer: Gabriela Hearst
Actual Horse Name: Alashos Rider: Araminta Reed
Owner: Alwens & Digweeds
Trainer: Chris Gordon
Motorsport content creator
Sponsor: Friends of Goodwood Designer: Gabriela Hearst
10 KHOR AL ADAID
Actual Horse Name: Grey Horizon Rider: Imaan Rasul-Healer
Owner: Amphitheatre Racing Limited
Trainer: Scott Dixon
Sports and horseracing reporter at Press Association
11 MESAIEED
Sponsor: Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club
Designer: Gabriela Hearst
Actual Horse Name: Southbank Rider: Charlotte Littlefield
Owner: Alwens & Digweeds
Trainer: Chris Gordon
Australian racehorse trainer and broadcaster
12 EDUCATION ABOVE ALL
Sponsor: Al Shaqab Racing
Designer: Gabriela Hearst
Actual Horse Name: Romantic Spirit Rider: Ilona Wells
Owner: Nicole Hutchings
Trainer: David Menuisier
Sponsor: Education Above All Designer: Gabriela Hearst
Overcame double hip resurfacing and repair for impingement and a double mastectomy, works in veterinary technology
SPONSORS’ OVERVIEW
Our generous horse sponsors:
The Magnolia Cup presented by Markel:
Cayton Park Stud
Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club
Friends of Goodwood
Souq Waqif
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British Stallion Studs have contributed nearly £2million in 2026 to Flat and National Hunt prizemoneyduring 2026 via the British EBF.
ACESTUD
ALNE PARK FARM
BATSFORD STUD
BEARSTONESTUD
CHAPEL STUD
CHEVELEY PARK STUD
CULWORTH GROUNDS STUD
DARLEY
ETHERIDGE STUD
GRAZEMOREFARM
GROVECOURT STUD
HEDGEHOLME STUD
JUDDMONTE
LANWADESSTUD
MARCHHARESTUD
MICKLEY STUD
MR ROBERT MOSS
NATIONAL STUD
NEWSELLS PARK STUD
NORMANCOURT STUD
NORTON GROVESTUD
NUNSTAINTONSTUD
OAKGROVE STUD
OVERBURYSTUD
PLUMTONHALLSTUD
SHADE OAKSTUD
SHADWELL
TWEENHILLS STUD
WHITSBURY MANOR STUD
WILLOWWOOD STUD
WITHYSLADE FARM
YORTON FARM
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TODAY’S OFFICIALS
THURSDAY 30 july
Chief Steward
Stewards’ Panel Chair
Stewards
Starters
Judges
Clerk of the Scales
Veterinary Officers
Veterinary Surgeons
Medical Officers
Equine Welfare &
Integrity Officers
Handicapper
Commentator
Betting Ring Managers
Clerk of the Course
Racecourse Director
Head Groundsman
Safeguarding Lead
Mr Shaun Parker
Mr Michael Andrews
Mr Steve Drowne, Mr Fergus Sweeney,
Ms Kirsty Ray & Ms Gwen Thomas
Mr James Stenning & Mr Sam Avis
Mr David Hicks & Ms Jane Green
Mr Robert Cuthbert
Ms Sally Bainton, Ms Amy Hawthorn,
Mr Howard Newitt & Ms Alice Brown
Liphook Equine Hospital & Sussex Equine Hospital
Dr Guy Mitchell, Dr Ramy Saker
Mr Nick Holman, Mr Darren Stone, Ms Christine Hannaford,
Mr Steve Fox, Mr Vince McKevitt, Ms Carol Leggett,
Ms Sarah Collins, Mr Peter Double, Ms Kelly Corke,
Ms Andrea Kelly
Mr Mark Olley
Mr Simon Holt
Ms Vicki Moore, Ms Sarah Woodborne & Mr Duncan Lillywhite
Mr Edward Arkell
Mr James Crespi
Mr Andrew Blunden
Mr Rupert Crayston
Souq Waqif
THE SPIRIT AWARD IN MEMORY OF PIP HITCHMAN
The inaugural Spirit Award has been created in honour of Pip Hitchman.
A much-loved member of the Goodwood Racecourse team from 2012–2015, Pip played an integral role in shaping the Magnolia Cup in its early years and helping establish it as the inspirational event it is today.
A lifelong horsewoman, Pip’s passion for horses was reflected even in her name, Philippa, meaning “lover of horses”. From Pony Club and hunting to point-to-pointing, racing and polo, horses were at the heart of her life and career During her time at Goodwood, she dedicated enormous energy to supporting Magnolia Cup riders, working closely with trainers, owners and participants, and championing both rider experience and horse welfare.
Pip brought infectious energy, warmth, and dedication to everything she did, leaving a lasting impression on all who had the privilege of knowing her.
The Spirit Award will be presented annually to the Magnolia Cup rider who best embodies the qualities that defined Pip: spirit, determination, positivity, sportsmanship, horsemanship, and a commitment to supporting those around them.
Pip passed away in December 2025 after a bravely fought battle with cancer.
Presented between the first and second race in the Winners’ Enclosure, the award serves as a lasting tribute to Pip and celebrates the character, passion and generosity of spirit that made her so special.
