Take time to explore the racecourse and soak up the unique atmosphere of the day. This is the perfect time to pick up a coffee and peruse the racecard before indulging in a delicious bite to eat. If you have any questions throughout the day, please ask one of our stewards who will be delighted to help
2.00pm – The Royal Procession
The clock strikes two and the Royal Procession arrives along the famous Straight Mile. It’s a short but spectacular journey and one that since 1825 has signalled the start of the Royal Meeting.
2.30pm – First Race
With record prize money of £10.65m on offer, Royal Ascot stages seven top-class Flat races each day contested by the world’s finest racehorses. Today’s opener is the Group 3 Albany Stakes, a six-furlong sprint for two-year-old fillies.
4.20pm – Feature Race
A parade of the runners before the Coronation Stakes will take place in front of the Grandstand. The feature Group 1 race brings together the very best three-year-old fillies from all over the world, normally attracting the winners of the British, Irish and French 1,000 Guineas to crown the best of this year’s Classic generation over a mile.
6.10pm – Last Race
The final race today is the Palace of Holyroodhouse Stakes, a competitive handicap for three-year-olds run over five furlongs
After Racing Entertainment
Royal Enclosure and Queen Anne Enclosure racegoers are invited to join the much-loved tradition of communal singing around the Ascot Bandstand after racing. Scan for songbook
Village Enclosure racegoers can enjoy live music after racing until 9.00pm.
Windsor Enclosure racegoers can enjoy live music after racing until 7.20pm.
9.00pm – Car Parks Close
Useful Information
Over 18 Wristbands
Ascot operates a strict over 18+ policy for betting and the purchase of alcohol. Racegoers aged 18 and above can collect an 18+ wristband from any entrance or information point with photographic proof of age. If you appear under the age of 25 you may be asked for ID
Lost Children/Vulnerable people
Free wristbands are available at entrances and information points for children and vulnerable racegoers to aid with a lost child/person. If this situation does arise, racegoers are encouraged to contact the nearest steward who will assist them to an area of safety.
Baby Changing Facilities
Available in the male and female WCs on most levels of the Grandstand at entrances A-D, also in the Pavilion, Exhibition Hall and Ticket Office West. Facilities are also available in the Village and Windsor Enclosures, please ask a steward for directions
Lost Property
Items found in the Royal Enclosure & Queen Anne Enclosure will be taken to the Queen Anne Reception, in the Village or Windsor Enclosure to the enclosure cloakroom, for collection before 7.00pm. After 7.00pm, please email lost.property@ascot.com with details of the lost item.
Assistance and Queries
If you have any questions during the day please ask one of our stewards who will be able to help
*Cashpoints (charges may apply)
Royal Enclosure - Grandstand Concourse near Entrance B and the Royal Enclosure Gardens
Queen Anne Enclosure – Grandstand Concourse near Entrance C and next to the Pavilion
Village Enclosure – Inside the enclosure next to the entrance
Windsor Enclosure – Ascot Avenue Food Market
*Cloakroom & Left Luggage
Royal Enclosure – Car Park 1 and Ticket Office West
Queen Anne Enclosure – Pavilion Entrance and adjacent to Car Park 3
Village Enclosure – Next to the Ticket Office
Windsor Enclosure – Opposite the Ticket Office
*Picnic Collection
Royal Enclosure and Queen Anne Enclosure – Brigadier Gerard Deli
Village Enclosure – Loren Bar
Windsor Enclosure – Danedream Bar
*Scan for Map
WINDSOR ENCLOSURE
Royal Ascot: A Brief History
“Ideal for horses to gallop at full stretch.”
These were the words spoken by Queen Anne that have shaped the history of Ascot Racecourse. It was whilst riding out from Windsor Castle in 1711 that she first saw the land that had such potential for horse racing. Inspired by what she had discovered, Ascot’s inaugural event - Her Majesty’s Plate - was held here upon her request that very same year For more than 300 years since, the patronage of thirteen monarchs has helped make Ascot one of the world’s best-loved racecourses.
The racecourse was laid out by William Lowen and Ascot’s first event was held on Saturday 11th August 1711, with its first four-day meeting taking place in 1768 A permanent building was erected to hold just over 1,600 people in 1793 and the now-renowned Gold Cup was introduced fourteen years later. It was at the beginning of the nineteenth century where the origins of today’s Royal Meeting lie.
It was around the same time that the roots of today’s traditional Royal Enclosure Dress Code emerged. Beau Brummell, a close friend of the Prince Regent, decreed that men of elegance should wear waisted black coats and white cravats with pantaloons.
Over the years, this evolved into the wearing of morning suits and equally formal attire for ladies, including of course hats - and today, the issuing of the Handbook maintains Royal Ascot’s unique event experience while encouraging racegoers to dress in an outfit authentic to their own personal style.
Ascot’s first major redevelopment came to fruition in 1954 with the relocation of the Straight Mile north to allow more space behind the stands This was quickly followed by the construction of the Queen Elizabeth II Grandstand in 1961 and the Members’ Stand in 1964.
Ascot’s much-loved tradition of singing around the Bandstand began in the 1970s under the stewardship of Lady Beaumont, wife of then Clerk of the Course, Captain Sir Nicholas Beaumont.
2002 saw plenty of change to the established pattern of Royal Ascot as it expanded to five days to mark the Golden Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. The Cork & Orrery Stakes became The Golden Jubilee Stakes in celebration and would then go on to be renamed in line with subsequent Jubilees in 2012 and 2022.
Ascot Racecourse closed in September 2004 for redevelopment, which meant the Royal Meeting was staged at York in 2005. The new Ascot Grandstand was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II on time and to its £220 million budget, on 20th June 2006
In 2009, the Aidan O’Brien-trained Yeats won an unprecedented fourth Gold Cup, beating the record set by Sagaro in the 1970s. A statue commemorating the great stayer’s remarkable achievement now stands in the Parade Ring
Ascot celebrated its Tercentenary in 2011 while the following year, the Royal Meeting played its part in The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations On the track, the incomparable Frankel won The Queen Anne Stakes in sensational style, and Australian legend Black Caviar just clung on in a dramatic Diamond Jubilee Stakes
In 2013, Estimate won The Gold Cup in the famous royal colours for Queen Elizabeth II to rapturous applause, having won The Queen’s Vase the previous year Further success for Queen Elizabeth II came in 2016 with Dartmouth winning the Hardwick Stakes
The Village Enclosure opened in 2017; the first new enclosure for 100 years offers racegoers a unique perspective from the centre of the track
2021 saw Queen Elizabeth II attend Royal Ascot for the final time before her death in 2022 - The Platinum Jubilee Stakes was permanently renamed as the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes in her memory.
2023 saw King Charles III and Queen Camilla attend their first Royal Ascot as King and Queen, with His Majesty The King the 13th monarch to oversee the running of Ascot Racecourse. It was a memorable one for Their Majesties as Desert Hero won the King George V Stakes, their first winner at the Royal Meeting as owners.
In 2024, The King’s Stand Stakes was run as The King Charles III Stakes for the first time, after being permanently renamed with the kind permission of His Majesty
In 2025, the 200th anniversary of the Royal Procession was celebrated while in 2026 prize money has been raised to record levels with £10.65 million available across the 35-race programme, ensuring that Royal Ascot continues to deliver quality fields and world-class contenders from all over the globe.
Trophy Presenters
We are delighted to welcome the following here today
The Albany Stakes
Presentation by Ms Mishal Husain
Mishal Husain is Editor at Large for Bloomberg Weekend and host of The Mishal Husain Show.
A seasoned journalist, Mishal presented BBC Radio 4’s Today programme for over a decade and has covered major global events including Brexit and the 2011 Arab uprisings. She is also known for high-profile interviews, from Aung San Suu Kyi to her exclusive with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Since joining Bloomberg, she has interviewed Elon Musk, Keir Starmer, Nobel laureate Maria Corina Machado and Salman Rushdie. Mishal has written two books, with her most recent Broken Threads: A Family From Empire to Independence, a Sunday Times Top Ten bestseller.
The Commonwealth Cup
Presentation by General Sir Roly Walker KCB DSO ADC Gen
General Sir Roly Walker was commissioned into the Irish Guards in 1993 and has since held a wide range of command and staff appointments. He has led at company, battle group and brigade level, serving in Northern Ireland, Afghanistan and Iraq, as well as in global operations. From 2021, he served as Deputy Chief of Defence Staff (Military Strategy & Operations), overseeing key responses to major national and international events. In June 2024, he became Chief of the General Staff. Appointed KCB in 2023 and DSO in 2010, he is also President of the Honourable Artillery Company, Army Rugby and Army Winter Sports.
The Duke of Edinburgh Stakes
Presentation by Dame Harriet Walter DBE
Dame Harriet Walter is a highly respected, Olivier award-winning British actress and author with a rich and varied body of work spanning across theatre, film, and television. She trained at LAMDA and holds an honorary degree from the Shakespeare Institute at the University of Birmingham in Stratford-upon-Avon. She was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the 2000 New Year Honours and promoted to Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in the 2011 New Year Honours for services to drama.
The Coronation Stakes
Presentation by His Majesty The King
The Sandringham Stakes
Presentation by Mrs Zara Tindall
The King Edward VII Stakes
Presentation by Mr Mahdi Amjad
Mahdi Amjad is the Founder and Executive Chairman of BEYOND, a wider luxury real estate brand that sets a new benchmark in design-led living. A serial entrepreneur and business leader with more than three decades of experience across real estate, technology and investment, he founded OMNIYAT in 2005, growing it into one of the world’s leading ultra-luxury real estate brands. In 2024, he established OMNIYAT Group, a diversified investment portfolio now valued at over USD 35 billion, with BEYOND as its flagship expansion into the wider luxury market.
The Palace of Holyroodhouse Stakes
Presentation by Mr Rylan Clark
Rylan Clark is one of the UK’s most established entertainment presenters, known for his work across television and radio. Rising to fame on The X Factor in 2012, he has since fronted major formats including This Morning, Strictly: It Takes Two and Big Brother’s Bit on the Side, alongside his popular shows on BBC Radio 2. In 2024, he became host of BBC’s The Grand Tour, further cementing his reputation as a versatile and trusted broadcaster. His work has earned both audience popularity and critical acclaim, including a BAFTA win.
Race Histories
2.30pm The Albany Stakes (Group 3)
This race was first run in 2002 as the Henry Carnarvon Stakes, honouring the former racing manager of Queen Elizabeth II, and proved so successful that it was promoted to Group 3 status in 2005. Restricted to two-year-old fillies, the six-furlong event provides one of the first opportunities of the season for promising types and often throws up 1,000 Guineas horses. In 2022, Mawj finished a close second to Meditate before returning the following year to win the 1,000 Guineas.
3.05pm The Commonwealth Cup (Group 1)
The Commonwealth Cup was a completely new race in 2015 and joined the King’s Stand Stakes and the then Platinum Jubilee Stakes to become the third Group 1 sprint at Royal Ascot. The race, run over six furlongs, is restricted to three-year-old colts and fillies and was put in place as a Europe-wide measure to create a better Pattern for young sprinters and improve the quality of sprint races across the continent. It has been won by some top-class horses who went on to enjoy Group 1 success in open company including Muhaarar, Advertise and Shaquille.
3.40pm The Duke of Edinburgh Stakes (Handicap)
Originally the Bessborough Stakes, named after the fifth Earl of Bessborough, who was Master of the Buckhounds between 1848 and 1866, the race was renamed the Duke of Edinburgh Stakes in 1999. First run in 1914 as a five furlong event for two year olds, it has since evolved into a middle distance handicap for three year olds and upwards.
4.20pm
The Coronation Stakes (Group 1)
First run in 1840 to commemorate the Coronation of Queen Victoria two years previously, the Coronation Stakes is for three-year-old fillies over a mile. It regularly attracts the winners of the British, Irish and French 1,000 Guineas and has also started to attract some of the top American fillies. It was promoted to Group 1 level in 1988. Recent winners often arrive with classic form, with Sky Lantern, Alpha Centauri, and Tahiyra all completing Guineas–Coronation doubles. In 2017 Winter achieved a rare treble by winning the British 1000 Guineas, the Irish 1,000 Guineas, and the Coronation Stakes.
5.00pm The Sandringham Stakes (Handicap)
Originally registered as the Fern Hill Stakes, this race was part of the traditional Heath Day card on the Saturday after Royal Ascot It was renamed after the Norfolk Royal residence when the Royal Meeting was expanded to five days as part of the Golden Jubilee celebrations in 2002. This is a competitive handicap over a mile, limited to three-year-old fillies only.
5.35pm The King Edward VII Stakes (Group 2)
Formerly known, and still colloquially referred to as the Ascot Derby, this race was inaugurated in 1834 and regularly featured horses of both sexes that had competed in the middle-distance Classics. First run as the King Edward VII Stakes in 1926, it is now restricted to three-year-old colts and geldings. The 2024 winner, Calandagan, developed into a top class performer, going on to Group 1 successes in Britain, Dubai and Japan.
6.10pm The Palace of Holyroodhouse Stakes (Handicap)
The final race on Friday was among six added to the Royal Ascot race programme in 2020 A five-furlong sprint for three-year olds Queen Elizabeth II graciously consented to the race name, which recognises the Monarchy’s official Scottish residence. A race with similar conditions used to be run regularly on the Saturday Heath Day card and featured as part of the full Royal Ascot programme in 2002 and 2003 as the Balmoral Handicap. Upon its return in 2020, it was won by Art Power who had Group success in Ireland before Group 1 victory back at Ascot in 2023.
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Honouring our Heroes
Ascot Racecourse is delighted to welcome the three principal single-Service Armed Forces charities to Royal Ascot: the Army Benevolent Fund, RAF Benevolent Fund and the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity.
These organisations provide vital lifelong support to serving personnel, veterans and their families, delivering practical, emotional and financial help when it is needed most.
Ascot Racecourse is proud to support their work through donations linked to selected beverage sales, contributions from concessionaires and on-site fundraising, raising over £400,000 in the past nine years. We also offer a 2-for-1 ticket initiative for serving military personnel on Friday and a dedicated Armed Forces Bar.
Today, the charities are our official bucket collectors, with volunteers across the racecourse. If you are able to support them, please do consider donating.
Thank you for your support
Army Benevolent FundGeorge’s Story
Sergeant George Pas served as a Reservist with 6th Battalion The Rifles for over 14 years, completing tours of Afghanistan, Ukraine, America and Cyprus
But in 2011, just before George was due to start his third tour of Afghanistan, disaster struck. He was involved in a serious road traffic accident and sustained catastrophic injuries, which left him paralysed from the chest down.
Yet despite the debilitating nature of his injuries, George’s thirst for a challenge has never waned. Determined to enable George to continue doing as many outdoor activities as possible, the ABF helped fund an Overlander, an electrically powered, off-road mobility vehicle designed to tackle extreme outdoor surfaces; an ideal tool for an injured, but intrepid, former soldier.
“The ABF gave me more than a piece of equipment; it gave me a part of my life back that was gone. It gave my children a part of their dad back that they had lost.”
Now, George is a dedicated ABF ambassador, helping raise funds and awareness, and will be representing the charity at Royal Ascot. Find out more at armybenevolentfund.org
BEYOND.THEBEGINNINGOFLEGACY.
BEYOND Developments ishonouredtobethe Official RealEstate PartnerofAscot and Royal Ascot.Nowin its secondyear,this partnership reflects somethingfargreaterthan a shared commitmenttolegacy,elegance,and excellence.It reflects a meeting oftwoworlds united bythe same conviction,thatthefinestthings in life are neveraccidental.Theyare builtwith intent,shaped with purpose,and designedto endure
Born in Dubai,BEYOND reflects acitythat does not waitforlegacyto arrive.It buildswhat endures, with clarityand ambition.Aplace shaped byintent, where bold ideas are not imaginedforthefuture, but broughtto life inthe present,definingwhat comes next Inthe UAE,thehorse haslong embodied grace,strength,andforward motion, valuesas deeplyrooted inDubai’s culturalidentity astheyare inthespirit ofAscot itself.Twoworlds. The same understanding.
Guidedbyfive defining pillars,exceptional locations,architecturalfluidity,people-centric communities,inclusive excellence,and nature as
RoyalAscot reflectswhat legacybecomes over time.BEYONDrepresentshowlegacyisdeliberately built.
At RoyalAscot 2026,experienceThe Beyond Express,animmersive journeyinspired bythe golden age ofluxurytravel.From nature-inspired spacesto elevated hospitalitymoments,discovera world shaped byarchitecture,wellbeing,and bold coastal livinginthe QueenAnne Enclosure.
Twospaces.Onestory.Thebeginningoflegacy.
Becauselegacyis not somethingyou stepinto.It is somethingyou decidetobuild.
WHAT IS WORLD POOL?
World Pool is a collaboration between the Hong Kong Jockey Club, TDCO Limited and Tpoolco Limited (together trading as “Tote”) and Ascot Racecourse. It enables racegoers to bet into a global pool consisting of over 20 countries, resulting in significantly bigger pools and increasing the total amount that can be won.
All 35 races at Royal Ascot are part of the World Pool.
WIN, PLACE, FIRST TWO, FIRST THREE, TWO FROM THREE and the TREBLE will be the available World Pool bets on course and there are expected to be more than 30 races with pool sizes of over £1 million this year. Bet With Ascot screens will indicate pool sizes for each race.
The Placepot, Jackpot and Quadpot will be managed by using the standard Bet With Ascot rules.
Under World Pool rules, in races with exactly 7 declared runners, the place market will pay three places. The place terms for all races are as follows:
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Every horse competing at Royal Ascot this week is fitted with two lightweight GPS tracking devices supplied by Longines Total Performance Data uses the live GPS data to power a range of real-time insights for fans, including the live winning probabilities displayed on racecourse screens throughout the race.
These live percentages are calculated using the horses’ positions, speeds and race dynamics, combined with millions of historical race performances, to estimate each runner’s chance of winning at any given moment. As the race develops, these probabilities update continuously, helping fans understand which horses are travelling strongly, gaining momentum, or facing an increasingly difficult task
After each race, you’ll also see a graphical summary of the winner’s performance, highlighting a selection of key speed and stride metrics that help explain exactly how the race was won.
What do the metrics tell us?
Early Speed
How quickly the horse accelerated to 30mph after the start.
Average Speed
The horse’s average speed over the entire race.
Top Speed
The highest speed recorded by the winner at any point during the race.
Late Speed
The horse’s average speed over the crucial final two furlongs.
Run-Out Speed
Measured exactly two seconds after crossing the finish line, this can provide an indication of how much momentum remained at the end of the race.
Fastest Rankings
Shows how each of the speed metrics above ranked against every other runner in the field.
Stride Frequency
Also known as cadence, this measures the number of strides taken per second. While there are exceptions, sprinters typically exhibit higher stride frequencies than horses competing over longer distances
Stride Length
The average distance covered with each stride. Longer-distance Flat horses often produce longer, less frequent strides than sprinters, although stride length is also influenced by the horse’s physical build, the racing surface, and the characteristics of the racecourse itself.
Showcasing Sustainability
At Ascot Racecourse we are committed to reducing the environmental impact of our events on every scale. This year, a dedicated area in the Queen Anne Enclosure will showcase our sustainability work to racegoers and provide them with an ideally placed hydration station in the shade.
To incentivise people to travel in a sustainable way, the first 50 racegoers that visit the area on each day will be able to claim a complimentary Royal Ascot water bottle if they have travelled to the racecourse by train, bus, electric car, bike, or walked.
Water bottles will also be available to purchase which can be used at the Hydration Stations around the site as we try to reduce the amount of single-use plastic on site. We will also have Sustainability Ambassadors on hand to talk about the various things we are doing to rescue our environmental impact.
To learn more about Sustainability at Ascot, visit ascot.com/sustainability
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Record Times
No Nay Never - 58.80 seconds - 2013 Norfolk Stakes
Society Kiss - 58.80 seconds - 2025 Maiden Fillies Stakes
Miss Andretti - 57.44 seconds - 2007 King’s Stand Stakes
Rajasinghe - 1 min 12.39 seconds - 2017 Coventry Stakes
Get It - 1 min 10.48 seconds - 2025 Handicap Stakes
Pinatubo - 1 min 25.73 seconds - 2019 Chesham Stakes
Hickory - 1 min 23.66 seconds - 2025 Victoria Cup
Joshua Tree - 1 min 39.55 seconds - 2009 Royal Lodge Stakes
Ribchester - 1 min 36.60 seconds - 2017 Queen Anne Stakes
The Fugue - 2 mins 1.90 seconds - 2014 Prince of Wales’s Stakes
Novellist - 2 mins 24.60 seconds - 2013 King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Stakes
Daiquiri Bay - 2 mins 59.32 seconds - 2026 Copper Horse Stakes
Mizzou - 3 mins 24.12 seconds - 2015 Sagaro Stakes
Trawlerman - 4 mins 15.02 secs - 2025 Gold Cup
Pallasator - 4 mins 45.24 secs - 2018 Queen Alexandra Stakes
Longines, The Official Time Partner of Ascot Racecourse, are generously offering one of their watches to the connections – owner, trainer, jockey and groom –of a horse which breaks a track record here during the 2026 Flat season. These will be indicated in yellow as the season progresses.
Andrew Balding’s Enduring Royal Ascot Legacy
Few trainers approach Royal Ascot with greater depth of experience than Andrew Balding, whose long-established Park House Stables operation, passed through generations of the family, continues to deliver runners capable of competing at the very highest level With a team that carries genuine hopes throughout the week, Balding arrives at this year’s Royal Meeting with a familiar blend of anticipation and realism.
“Excitement is always the overriding feeling,” he says “Royal Ascot is such an important fixture for anyone training Flat horses It’s what the first half of the season builds towards, and it’s something everyone in the yard looks forward to.”
That said, even the most promising team can find the meeting a searching test Winners are notoriously hard to come by,
and Balding is quick to underline just how competitive the week can be.
“You can feel you’re going there with a strong hand, but it’s never straightforward. The reality is that it’s very difficult to get winners at Royal Ascot. When you do, there’s a huge sense of relief, especially with the first one of the week That’s the one that really matters, because once you have that on the board, you can begin to enjoy the meeting a bit more. ”
A significant part of that pressure comes from the expectations of owners, many of whom have Royal Ascot firmly in their sights when placing horses into training.
“For most owners, competing at Royal Ascot is a major ambition,” Balding explains “It’s often the reason they are involved in the sport at this level. You want to do well for them all year round, of course, but there’s an added significance here because of what the meeting represents
“You’re thinking about Royal Ascot through the winter, working out which horses might be suited to which races,” he explains “Not every plan comes together, but when one does, it makes all the effort worthwhile.”
Among those owners, none carried more resonance than Queen Elizabeth II, for whom Balding trained the Windsor Castle Stakes winner Tactical in 2020 That success came under the unusual circumstances of a behind-closed-doors meeting during the COVID-19 pandemic, yet it remains a standout moment.
“It was a very different year,” he recalls “Horses hadn’t had the usual preparation, and Tactical had only run once beforehand. That experience proved valuable, and he
ran very well. It was a proud moment for everyone involved, even without the crowd.”
“I remember ringing the switchboard at Buckingham Palace and they obviously have a number identification. So, the lady who was the operator knew it was me. And I said, ‘is it possible to speak to Her Majesty?’ And she said: ‘For you Mr Balding, anything’s possible this year!’
“I was very lucky to inherit her as an owner from my father and my grandfather before, that trained horses for her And she was one of a kind, a very, very special person and it was a huge honour to train for her, as it is for the King and Queen now. We’re lucky to have been given their support as well and it’s a great privilege.”
Balding’s Royal Ascot record includes plenty of winners, with top-level success provided by fillies such as Alcohol Free, who produced a dominant performance in the 2021 Coronation Stakes Her victory came in testing conditions, but one that suited her strengths
“The rain was relentless that day, and there was even a question about whether racing would go ahead,” he says “In the end, conditions played to her advantage. She handled the ground very well and put up a really impressive performance. Winning a Group 1 at Royal Ascot is something very special.”
Success at the meeting, however, depends on far more than ability alone Balding emphasises the importance of the many variables that come into play, particularly in large, competitive fields.
“You need a horse with real class, but you also need luck,” he says “Big fields on the straight course, the way a race unfoldsall of these factors can make a difference. There are plenty of occasions where things don’t quite go your way
“Walking back into the winner’s enclosure at Ascot, with that atmosphere, is something you don’t take for granted. Even winning a handicap here can feel every bit as satisfying as a big race somewhere else.
“It’s not just about the trainer or the jockey There are so many people involved in getting a horse to the race in the right condition. When things go right, it’s a shared achievement across the whole operation.”
Royal Ascot’s international dimension has added another layer to the challenge, with runners arriving from around the world to test themselves against the best of Britain and Ireland.
“It’s good for the meeting,” Balding says “We race abroad and are made very welcome in most places, so it’s right that others can come here and compete Travelling horses is not easy, and it’s something that deserves a lot of credit.”
Asked to sum up the meeting, Balding does so with his usual forthright clarity: “Unique, incomparable and, when you’re fortunate enough to win, overwhelming.”
Alcohol Free winning the Coronation Stakes
Ascot & Retraining of Racehorses mark final year of Royal Ascot partnership
Ascot Racecourse Supports will once again donate £5,000 to Retraining of Racehorses for each winner that Ryan Moore rides this week
RoR is British horse racing’s official charity for the welfare of horses who have retired from racing. Last year, Ryan succeeded in winning six times across the meeting, equating to a charitable donation of £30,000.
“We are absolutely delighted that Ascot Racecourse Supports has chosen to partner with RoR once again for Royal Ascot. The visibility this initiative brings, combined with the generous financial support, plays a vital role in helping us drive forward our charitable mission. Our thanks go to Ascot and to Ryan Moore for their commitment to supporting the future of former racehorses.” David Catlow, Managing Director of RoR
“It was great to raise £30,000 last year for this initiative and I’ll be hoping to make a significant contribution to this vital charity again this year.” Ryan Moore
We wish Ryan the best of luck with his 7 rides today:
2.30pm – Sun Goddess
3.05pm – Albert Einstein
3.40pm – Emit
4.20pm – Precise
5.00pm – Seet
5.35pm – Causeway
6.10pm - Sirius A
The King’s Trust: 50 years of Working For Young People
The King’s Trust (formerly The Prince’s Trust) believes that every young person should have the chance to succeed.
By equipping 11 to 30-year-olds with the skills and confidence they need to get ready for work and access job opportunities, The Trust breaks down barriers and opens doors. In fact, over the past 50 years The Trust has helped more than 1.3 million young people across the UK to build better futures – and we’re just getting started.
With youth unemployment spiralling, the number of young people waking up with no job, training or education to go to could form the UK’s third biggest city. Their potential must not be allowed to go to waste
To find out more visit: kingstrust.org.uk
The King’s Trust at Royal Ascot
Racegoers can enjoy performances from Trust-supported musicians, Tiernan Heffron and John Nicholas, who will be playing in the Royal and Windsor Enclosures In the Village Enclosure, The Scran Man – a Trust-supported catering business – will serve delicious food.
The King’s Trust also has a dedicated presence on the ground floor concourse of the Grandstand, within the Queen Anne Enclosure, directly opposite the Parade Ring Step into five decades of impact, discovering powerful stories of what young people can achieve with the right support and how The King’s Trust continues His Majesty’s vision –championing young people to unlock their potential.
Designed to inspire as much as it informs, it’s a powerful experience to build into the day.
HRH The Prince of Wales meeting young people on their community project in 1998
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2. 30pm - The Al bany St akes (Gr oup 3)
21 SUN GODDESS
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien
Jockey: Ryan Moore
3.05 pm - The Co mmonwe alth Cu p (Gr oup 1)
21 VENETIAN SUN
Trainer: Karl Burke
Jockey: Clifford Lee
3.40pm - The Duke of Ed inbur gh St akes (Class 2 Handicap) (GBBPlus Ra ce)
14 INSANITY
Trainer: Alan King
Jockey: Rossa Ryan
4. 20 pm - The Co ro na tion St akes (Gr oup 1)
4 PRECISE
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien
Jockey: Ryan Moore
5.00pm - The Sa ndrin gham St akes (Class 2 Fillies ’ Handicap)
28 CROWNRIGHT
Trainer: Ralph Beckett
Jockey: Edward Greatrex
5. 35pm - The Kin g Ed wa rd VII St akes (Gr oup 2)
2 CAUSEWAY
Trainer: Aidan O’Brien
Jockey: Ryan Moore
6.10pm - The Pa lace of Holyr oodhous e (Class 2 Handicap)
9 COMICAL POINT
Trainer: Andrew Balding
Jockey: William Buick
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The Coronation Stakes
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8 THE AVERAGE WINNING STARTING PRICE IN THE LAST 10 YEARS 8/1 OF THE LAST 12WINNERS WERE TRAINED IN
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9 OF THE LAST 12 WINNERS
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Feature Race Analysis
The Coronation Stakes could be one of the races of the week as two extraordinary fillies meet for the third time for the Coolmore team. Precise and True Love, the 1-2 in the Irish 1, 000 Guineas at the Curragh, go head-to-head once more. Prior to that, True Love had beaten her stablemate in the 1000 Guineas at Newmarket and the Classic winners should fight out the finish.
Balantina is a fascinating contender on her seasonal return, having signed off her juvenile campaign with a polished success in the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf. Unbeaten in two starts and partnered by Oisin Murphy, she remains open to further progress.
Touleen, who finished sixth in the 1000 Guineas, has acquitted herself well in top-class company and could be the main threat to the two strong fancies. She finished ahead of the Jaber Abdullah-pair Rose Ghaiyyath and Timeforshowcasing and it’s difficult to see the placings reversed. Black Caviar Gold is equipped with first-time headgear but has it all to prove on official ratings, as does Sukanya and Moon Target.
Last year’s winner Cercene
Aidan O’Brien: 100 Royal Ascot Winners and Counting
Yesterday, the incomparable Aidan O’Brien saddled his 100th winner at the Royal Meeting when Scandinavia won the Gold Cup.
The Ballydoyle trainer’s Royal Ascot journey started nearly 30 years ago when Harbour Master took the 1997 Coventry Stakes. Since then, his success has been unparalleled, with 13 Top Trainer titles including eight in the ten-year stretch from 2015 to 2024. He has only gone winless at two Royal Meetings, in 1998 and 2003
Plenty of his legendary names have graced the Ascot turf in the last three decades but there’s perhaps none more synonymous with Royal Ascot than Yeats, who won four consecutive Gold Cups from 2006 to 2009 – the only horse in history to achieve that feat
Congratulations to Aidan and everyone at Ballydoyle on reaching this truly remarkable milestone.
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Colour of horse
B = Bay
Br = Brown
Ch = Chestnut
Gr = Grey
Horse’s number on saddlecloth
Sex of horse
c = colt
h = horse
g = gelding
f = filly
m = mare
Sire
Horse’s name
Dam
Field Of Gold won
The St James’s Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot in 2025
No. of days since last ran Weight Stones/ lbs (lbs)
Age of horse
Damsire
1 FIELD OF GOLD (IRE) (24)
Draw
3 9 2 (128)
114-121 C Gr c Kingman - Princess de Lune (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))
JUDDMONTE Colin Keane
JOHN & THADY GOSDEN, Newmarket (Breeder - Roundhill Stud)
TIMEFORM VIEW Probably should have won the 2000 Guineas at Newmarket, finishing strongly for 1/2-length second to Ruling Court after conceding first run. Made no mistake in the Irish 2,000 Guineas 3 weeks later and he can turn the tables on Ruling Court now TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 122 DRAW 9
Owner’s Colours
C = Course winner
CD = Course & Distance winner
D = Distance winner
BF = Beaten favourite
Previous Performances
/ = denotes new season
– = denotes new year
d = disqualified
r = ran out
U= unseated rider
P = pulled up
Timeform Star Rating Owner
Form Guide Trainer and location of training establishment
Official 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 horse’s ability
Country where horse is trained
Jockey’s Name
If there is a number next to the name, this indicates that the jockey can claim that amount in weight (lbs) off the stated riding weight
These symbols denotes a horse is entered in The King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes, July Cup, Coral-Eclipse and Sussex Stakes.
2.30 First Race
Ascot Racecourse is giving a prize of £300 to the lad or girl responsible for the best turned out horse, and a prize of £300 to the lad or girl responsible for the winning horse
The Albany Stakes
(Group 3)
Six Furlongs (6f) (1,200 metres) For Two Year Old Fillies
(Class 1) Advertised Total prize fund £125,000
(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 78)
Stalls - Centre
Owners Prize Money. Winner £55700, Second £22863, Third £11438, Fourth £5713, Fifth £2863, Sixth £1425. (Penalty Value £70887.50) A SS
Form Owner Trainer st lb (lbs)
1
A
CCLAMATION STA
R (GB) (24) 9 2 (128)
1 B f Acclamation - Isole Canarie (IRE) (Rip Van Winkle (IRE))
D FIVE STAR DREAMERS Oisin Murphy
JAMES OWEN, Newmarket (Breeder - P. J. Gleeson) Draw 5
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 11. 10,000 gns yearling, Acclamation filly. Half-sister to 9.5f winner Ballarat Bertie. Dam Italian winner up to 1m (including at 2 yrs). Green early on debut but got the hang of things and ended up winning going away at Bath 3 weeks ago Bare form is ordinary but sure to improve.
2 BATED
BENEV
OLE
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -
NCE (GB) (19) 9 2 (128)
1 Br f Bated Breath - Rustic Charm (Dubawi (IRE))
D MOORES RACING & C J MURFITT
MARCO BOTTI, Newmarket
Groom - Holly Wilkin (Breeder - Pantile Stud)
Marco Ghiani
Draw 20
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 1 Bated Breath filly Half-sister to 7f winner Galileo Charm. Dam unraced out of winning half-sister to Breeders’ Cup Filly And Mare Turf winner Wuheida. Well on top at the finish starting out at Nottingham (6f) 3 weeks ago. Race starting to work out but this is still a tough ask
3 BLUE SIGN (GB)
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -
(20) 9 2 (128)
4 B f Blue Point (IRE) - Intisaar (USA) (War Front (USA)) MR ABDULLA AL MANSOORI Kevin Stott ISMAIL MOHAMMED & JOSE SANTOS, Newmarket
TIMEFORMVIEWFoaledApril17.£50,0002-y-obyBluePoint.Closelyrelatedtouseful1m/8.6fwinnerAdvancingandhalf-sisterto1mwinnerIftikhaar and 1 1/4m-12.5f winner Muktamil. Plenty of stamina in the pedigree and unlikely to possess the speed or know-how to be a factor here judged on debut run. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 30/5/2026 it was reported that the horse was slowly away TFRHIIII Official BHA Rating -
TIMEFORM VIEW €38,000 foal, 120,000 gns yearling, Kodiac filly Half-sister to 1 1/2m winner Lancillotto Dam, 1 3/4m winner, half-sister to very smart winner up to 1 1/2m Grandeur Greenness apparent but stayed on very strongly to lead near the finish on debut at Nottingham (6f) That race hasn’t worked out
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -
The Albany Stakes (Group 3) (Class 1) -
Form Owner
5 DARK ISSUE (IRE) (27)
1 Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Long Ridge Road (IRE) (Ribchester (IRE))
9 2 (128)
D MRS E. ROBERTS Pat Dobbs
RICHARD HANNON, Marlborough
Groom - Narpat Singh (Breeder - The Long Ridge Partnership)
Draw 7
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 12 62,000 gns yearling, Dark Angel filly Dam French 9.4f/1 1/4m winner who stayed 1 1/2m. Created very favourable impression when a decisive winner on debut at Goodwood over 6f 4 weeks ago. Yard has targeted that race with better 2-y-os in the past so she’s interesting. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
6 DEE’S FUNNY GIRL (IRE) (34
) 9 2 (128)
1 B f Cotai Glory - Comical (IRE) (No Nay Never (USA))
MEDALLION WESTON TROMMER Dylan Browne McMonagle MICHAEL KEADY, Newmarket
Groom - Marco Sanna (Breeder - Tally-Ho Stud) Draw 10
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 1. 16,000 gns yearling, Cotai Glory filly. Half-sister to 6f winner Logudoro. Dam unraced. Had to wait for a gap but it came in time to make a winning start at Thirsk (5f) a month ago. This a totally different assignment. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -
7 DESERT SANDS (IRE) (
18) 9 2 (128)
6 B f Gleneagles (IRE) - Starlight Romance (IRE) (Excelebration (IRE))
MR SULTAN ALI Hector Crouch ISMAIL MOHAMMED & JOSE SANTOS, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 28. €10,000 yearling, £40,000 2-y-o, Gleneagles filly Half-sister to winner up to 1m Callisto Dream. Dam 7f/7.6f winner Showed a bit amidst greenness when mid-field starting out at Newbury but she could be out of her depth here. TFRHIIII Official BHA Rating -
8 DUBAI CHARM (IRE) (37)
23 B f Blackbeard (IRE) - Arabic Charm (IRE) (Exceed And Excel (AUS))
9 2 (128)
MR ABDULLA AL MANSOORI Neil Callan RICHARD HUGHES, Upper Lambourn
Groom - Babu Singh (Breeder - Lynch Bages Ltd)
Draw 21
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 2 £90,000 yearling, Blackbeard filly Dam, 7f winner, half-sister to useful 6f winner Brussels. 25/1, promising start when second of 8 in 6f Nottingham novice in April but failed to match that form at Yarmouth. Tough ask TFRHIIII Official BHA Rating -
9 GLAMORIZE (IRE) (20)
2 Ch f Starman - Karalara (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))
9 2 (128)
AMO RACING LIMITED Mickael Barzalona GEORGE SCOTT, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled April 28. £155,000 2-y-o. Starman half-sister to 3 winners, including 2-y-o 6f winner Karazhal and 6f/6 4f winner Karakoul. Dam useful 1 1/4m winner Probably bumped into a useful one when second of 6 on Lingfield debut (5f) 3 weeks ago. Step up in trip sure to suit but huge leap needed. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -
The Albany Stakes (Group 3) (Class 1)
Ow
1
0
HIDDE
N GIFT (IRE) (16)
2 B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Pixel Power (IRE) (Dream Ahead (USA))
WATHNAN RACING
RICHARD & PETER FAHEY, Malton (Breeder - Vimal & Gillian Khosla)
9 2 (128)
James McDonald
Draw 19
TIMEFORM VIEW €60,000 yearling, £150,000 2-y-o, Sioux Nation filly Half-sister to 2-y-o 5f winner New Theory Dam, 7f winner, half-sister to smart 1m/9f winner Originaire out of useful 2-y-o 5f winner Polly Perkins Acquired by leading owner after her breeze and runner-up effort over 5f on debut was promising TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 8. Wootton Bassett filly Half-sister to connections’ smart winner up to 1m Jonquil. Dam 6f winner (including at 2 yrs) out of half-sister to Frankel. Fine pedigree and by no means extended to make a winning debut at Newmarket (from Topaz). Above-average improvement forthcoming. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
12 KING’S PRIZE (GB) (54
) 9 2 (128)
1 B f Too Darn Hot - Award Scheme (Siyouni (FR))
D HM THE KING & HM THE QUEEN Rossa Ryan RALPH BECKETT, Kimpton Down (Breeder - King Charles III)
Draw 13
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 6. Too Darn Hot filly. Half-sister to 2-y-o 7f winner King’s Trust. Dam 1 1/4m/10.2f winner. Looks the part and made a winning debut by 1 1/2 lengths from Dubai Charm at Nottingham (6f) in April. That isn’t form to be getting carried away with but she’s in expert hands. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -
13 KOCHELLA (IRE) (17)
3 B f Kodiac - Beychella (USA) (Scat Daddy (USA))
9 2 (128)
HDR KOCHELLA SYNDICATE Silvestre De Sousa HENRY DWYER (Breeder - Sabah Mubarak Al Sabah)
Draw 2
TIMEFORM VIEW Early foal who fetched 72,000 gns this year Kodiac filly Half-sister to 6f/7f winner Nights Over Egypt Dam, half-sister to smart winner up to 8.6f Dream Lodge, out of unraced daughter of 1000 Guineas winner Sleepytime. Displayed plenty of speed when third of 7 at Pontefract 17 days ago.
14 LIBERTANGO (IRE) (24)
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -
9
2 (128)
1 B f No Nay Never (USA) - Ein Gedi (IRE) (Oasis Dream)
GEORGE BOUGHEY, Newmarket (Breeder - Lynch Bages & Camas Park Stud)
Billy Loughnane
Draw 3
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 23. €130,000 yearling, 400,000 gns 2-y-o, No Nay Never filly. Dam once-raced half-sister to smart winner up to 1 1/4m (stayed 16.5f) Baydar Costly purchase who looked useful when landing 8-runner maiden at Leicester 3 weeks ago, well on top That puts her firmly in the mix
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -
Form Owner
1
5
LIGHT
OF DAWN (GB) (11)
1 B f Showcasing - An Ghalanta (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE))
D WATHNAN RACING
K. R. BURKE, Leyburn
Groom - Sophie Clements (Breeder - The An Ghalanta Partnership)
9 2 (128)
James Doyle
Draw 23
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February and went for €625,000 at the breeze-ups Half-sister to numerous winners, including at 2yrs, and she looked good when accounting for 3 rivals with experience at Carlisle 11 days ago. Open to significant improvement for yard who has enjoyed success in this race. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
16 LOVE IS (IRE) (28) 9 2 (128)
12 B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Snowy Peak (Pivotal)
D BLACK TYPE/REGAN/YOUNG/ADKISSON/SWINBANK Finley Marsh RICHARD HUGHES, Upper Lambourn
Groom - Mahipal Singh (Breeder - Denis Noonan)
Draw 11
TIMEFORM VIEW €90,000 Sioux Nation. Half-sister to several winners and overcame inexperience to make a successful start to her career in 6f Windsor novice. Merely matched that form when second of 3 in a conditions race at Goodwood but well-run 6f will suit TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -
17
MAGNESIUM (GB) (30) 9 2 (128)
01 B f Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Dharwa (Equiano (FR)) D MR ABDULLATEEF AL ZEER Ray
JOHN BUTLER, Newmarket (Breeder - Richard & Nell Kent)
TIMEFORM VIEW Confirmed the promise of her Ascot debut over 5f when landing 10-runner novice at Kempton a month ago (6f). Dominating this field a completely different ask TFRHIIII Official BHA Rating -
18 RON’S ANGEL (GB) (15) 9 2 (128)
21 Ch f Harry Angel (IRE) - Night Charter (IRE) (Night of Thunder (IRE))
D MR RON FORD Luke Morris
JOHN BUTLER, Newmarket (Breeder - Llety Farms)
Draw 18
TIMEFORM VIEW Harry Angel filly who showed plenty of ability at big odds when second of 10 in maiden at Bath (5f) and she didn’t need to improve to land the odds at Lingfield 2 weeks ago. Uphill task to say the least in this company, though. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -
19 ROXELINA (GB) (11)
3 B f Havana Grey - Roxie Lot (Exceed And Excel (AUS))
9 2 (128)
BF AMO RACING LIMITED Clifford Lee
KEVIN PHILIPPART DE FOY, Newmarket Groom - Charlotte Allday (Breeder - Whitsbury Manor Stud)
Draw 25
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 9. 170,000 gns foal, Havana Grey filly Sister to smart winner up to 1m Holguin and half-sister to winner up to 6f Captain’s Bar. Dam 1m winner. Unable to meet market expectations when third of 10 at Windsor 11 days ago but she did travel with purpose. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -
The Albany Stakes (Group 3) (Class 1) - continued
Form Owner Trainer st lb (lbs)
20 SILENT BEAUTY (IRE) (37)
9 2 (128)
1 B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - No Speak Alexander (IRE) (Shalaa (IRE))
TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled January 10. €1,000,000 yearling, Night of Thunder filly Dam winner up to 1m (2-y-o 7.3f winner), including Matron Stakes Needs to go some to match her sales price but she took the first positive step when an easy winner at Yarmouth (6f) a month ago. Much more to come. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating -
21 SUN GODDESS (IRE) (26)
9 2 (128)
21 B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Etoile Bleu (IRE) (Starspangledbanner (AUS))
D D.SMITH,MRS J.MAGNIER,M.TABOR,WESTERBERG Ryan Moore AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland
TIMEFORM VIEW Took a while to get organised when a fast-finishing second starting out over 5f at Navan in May and confirmed that promise with a dominant display over 6f at the Curragh a fortnight later. Far from extended on that occasion and she looks the one to beat here for leading connections TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating -
22 TALL TREES (GB) (18)
5 B f Showcasing - Surcingle (USA) (Empire Maker (USA))
9 2 (128)
VALDA BURKE & PARTNERS Charles Bishop BRIAN MEEHAN, Manton
Groom - Mangu Singh (Breeder - Lofts Hall Stud)
Draw 4
TIMEFORM VIEW Caught the eye when finishing race off nicely at Newbury (6.5f) ultimately finishing fifth. Will know more this time but tough to see her getting involved just 18 days on. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -
23 TOPAZ (IRE) (34)
2 B f Persian Force (IRE) - Wall of Sapphire (IRE) (Lawman (FR))
HIGHCLERE THOROUGHBRED RACING - DEBUSSY
JACK CHANNON, West Ilsley
Groom - Alfie Haynes (Breeder - Colm McEvoy)
9 2 (128)
Tom Marquand
Draw 15
TIMEFORM VIEW Persian Force filly who shaped well first time when staying on well to finish second to Jolivette at Newmarket, albeit flattered a touch by her proximity to that re-opposing useful prospect TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -
24 VALENTINA BELLA (FR) (37)
11 B f Armor - Quelle Charm (FR) (Mehmas (IRE))
9 2 (128)
NB RACING C. Soumillon
M P. BRASME, France
Groom - Lucrèce Chuette (Breeder - G Vitse, Mme C Vitse Et Al)
Draw 1
TIMEFORM VIEW Second foal, dam, placed at 6.5f in France, out of winner up to 1 1/4m (including at 2 yrs) Princess Charm. Cemented excellent start to her career when supplementing her debut success at Bordeaux in Listed company at Vichy a month ago. They were both over 5f but this French raider needs considering. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -
25 WHAT A GIRL WANTS (IRE) (33) 9 2 (128)
322 B f Persian Force (IRE) - Hoodna (IRE) (Invincible Spirit (IRE))
AMO RACING LIMITED Rowan Scott
KEVIN PHILIPPART DE FOY, Newmarket Groom - Sandeep Pawar (Breeder - Tally-Ho Stud)
Draw 14
TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent rather than progressive form to be placed all 3 starts in Ireland for Robson De Aguiar That isn’t the sort of profile you need for this race and she’s since moved yards. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -
Result: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
Distances: 1-2 2-3 Time: Min . Secs.
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 25
Standard Time: 1 min 14.90 secs
Record Time: 1 min 12.39 secs by Rajasinghe age 2 wt 9-1 good to firm, 20/06/17
2025: VENETIAN SUN (IRE) 2 9 2 Clifford Lee 7-1 (K R Burke) 17 ran
Forecast:
6-5 Sun Goddess (IRE), 6-1 Silent Beauty (IRE), 7-1 Light of Dawn (GB), 17-2 Libertango (IRE), 10-1 Jolivette (GB), 14-1 Dark Issue (IRE), King’s Prize (GB), 22-1 Topaz (IRE), 25-1 Acclamation Star (GB), 25-1 Hidden Gift (IRE), 28-1 Love Is (IRE), Valentina Bella (FR), 33-1 Bated Benevolence (GB), 40-1 Crazy Cubana (IRE), 50-1 Dee’s Funny Girl (IRE), Glamorize (IRE), Roxelina (GB), What A Girl Wants (IRE), 66-1 Tall Trees (GB), 80-1 Ron’s Angel (GB), 100-1 Kochella (IRE), 125-1 Blue Sign (GB), Desert Sands (IRE), Dubai Charm (IRE), Magnesium (GB)
Timeform Summary
SUN GODDESS looked every inch a Group-class juvenile in the making when confirming the abundant promise of her debut at the Curragh 4 weeks ago and she can provide Aidan O’Brien with a fourth win in the race. Silent Beauty and Light of Dawn have pedigrees and sales prices to match and they can only improve on debut wins, while Jolivette is also expected to make above-average improvement.
1. SUN GODDESS (IRE) 2. SILENT BEAUTY (IRE)
3. LIGHT OF DAWN
3.05 Second Race
Ascot Racecourse is giving a prize of £300 to the lad or girl responsible for the best turned out horse, and a prize of £300 to the lad or girl responsible for the winning horse
The Commonwealth Cup
(Group 1)
Six Furlongs (6f) (1,200 metres) For Three Year Old Colts And Fillies
(Class 1) Advertised Total prize fund £700,000 (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 78)
Stalls - Centre
Owners Prize Money. Winner £311920, Second £128030, Third £64050, Fourth £31990, Fifth £16030, Sixth £7980. (Penalty Value £396970) A SS Form Owner
1 ALBERT EINSTEIN (IRE)
(34) 9 2 (128)
11-632 B c Wootton Bassett - Yet (USA) (War Front (USA)) D BF
MITH,MRS J.MAGNIER,M.TABOR,WESTERBERG Ryan Moore AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland Groom - Liah Corcoran (Breeder - Coolmore)
w 11
TIMEFORM VIEW Well regarded colt who won both starts last spring, latterly a 6f Group 3 at the Curragh. Beaten favourite all 3 starts this season, though got back on track when a neck second of 10 to Song of The Clyde in Listed race at Newbury (6f, good) 34 days ago. Another step forward will be needed here. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 107
2 ASPECT ISLAND (GB) (3
) 9 2 (128)
133-030 Ch c Showcasing - Bird Key (Cadeaux Genereux) D THE GREDLEY FAMILY Cieren Fallon
JAMES OWEN, Newmarket (Breeder - Whitsbury Manor Stud) Draw 19
TIMEFORM VIEW Placed at Listed level against fellow 3-y-os at York in May but had his limitations exposed when down the field in the King Charles III (5f) here on Tuesday in first-time visor, albeit meeting a little bit of trouble. Probably up against it again in this grade.
3 BRUSSELS (GB) (2
7)
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 106
9 2 (128)
4222-64 B or Br c Wootton Bassett - Fond Words (IRE) (Shamardal (USA)) D MRS J MAGNIER/M TABOR/D SMITH/WESTERBERG R. P. Whelan AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland
Groom - Michael Moloney (Breeder - Haras des Trois Chapelles)
Draw 18
TIMEFORM VIEW Runner-up 3 times in pattern races last autumn but below the pick of his form this spring, most recently when 7 3/4 lengths fourth of 7 to Venetian Sun in Sandy Lane Stakes at Haydock (6f, good to soft) 27 days ago. Cheekpieces go on. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 105
4 CHARLES DARWIN (IRE) (33) 9 2 (128)
4111-10 B c No Nay Never (USA) - Muirin (IRE) (Born To Sea (IRE)) C D BF MRS J MAGNIER/M TABOR/D SMITH/WESTERBERG W. M. Lordan AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland
Groom - Michael Webster JNR (Breeder - Newstead Breeding)
Draw 20
TIMEFORM VIEW Highly progressive and exciting at 2, completing a hat-trick in the Norfolk at this meeting last year, beating Wise Approach. Picked up where he left off when winning 6f Navan Listed race on return but clearly wasn’t 100% at Naas last month. Remains with potential now blinkered.
TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 110
The Commonwealth Cup (Group 1) (Class 1) - continued Form Owner
5
COPPULL
(GB) (49) 9 2 (128)
13153-1 B c Bated Breath - Springwood Drive (Mayson)
TIMEFORM VIEW Third in the Middle Park last September before a 7-month break and then returned in top form when winning Group 3 Pavilion Stakes at this C&D, albeit with the benefit of a positional advantage over the placed pair Clearly merits serious respect nonetheless. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 110
6 DIVISION (GB)
(27) 9 2 (128)
1115-32 B c Kingman - Pepita (IRE) (Sir Prancealot (IRE)) D WATHNAN RACING
James Doyle WILLIAM HAGGAS, Newmarket (Breeder - Rockcliffe Stud)
w 3
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times last year, including a Listed race at York Arguably shaped best when third to Coppull in the Pavilion Stakes at C&D on return, and although no match for Venetian Sun in the Sandy Lane Stakes at Haydock since, his place claims are solid again.
7 HAVANA HURRICANE (GB)
HHHHI Official BHA Rating 109
(34) 9 2 (128)
12346-3 B c Havana Gold (IRE) - Spitfire Limited (Excelebration (IRE))
A
N & T CARTW
TIMEFORM VIEW Won the Windsor Castle at this meeting last season before making the frame a couple of times at pattern level. Returned with a good 2 3/4 lengths third of 10 to Song of The Clyde in Listed race at Newbury (6f, good) 34 days ago but difficult to see him making more of an impact up in grade.
TIMEFORM VIEW Has won all 4 starts since going down narrowly on debut, supplementing his win in a Chantilly Listed event by scraping home in the 13-runner Prix Sigy (5.5f) there in April. Progressive, but this will require a lot more again.
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 107
9 NORTHERN CHAMPION (IRE) (83) 9 2 (128)
150-110 B c Wootton Bassett - Zargos (AUS) (Shamardal (USA))
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a valuable newcomers event at Deauville and looked progressive when successful in back-to-back conditions races in Meydan over the winter. Subsequently flying too high in the Group 1 Al Quoz Sprint in late-March and it could be a similar story here.
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 104
The Commonwealth Cup (Group 1) (Class 1) - continued
Form Owner Trainer st lb (lbs)
10
OUTFIELDER (USA
)
(
41) 9 2 (128)
1410-11 B c Speightstown (USA) - Notte d’Oro (USA) (Medaglia d’Oro (USA))
D AMO RACING USA/JAYSON WERTH/WESLEY WARD David Egan WESLEY WARD, USA
Groom - Jose Reveles (Breeder - S. F. Bloodstock LLC)
Draw 21
TIMEFORM VIEW American-trained colt has won 4 of his 6 starts, scoring at Turfway Park on comeback before improving further returned to turf to win a 7-runner Listed race at Churchill Downs (5.5f) last month. Beaten on both tries in Group 1s, though. Tongue tie back on. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 108
11 ROCK ON THUNDER (IRE) (2
7) 9 2 (128)
10226-6 B c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Boston Rocker (IRE) (Acclamation)
D EXORS OF THE LATE SHEIKH MOHAMMED OBAID Kevin Stott KEVIN RYAN, Hambleton
Groom - Farjad Habib (Breeder - J. Hanly, A. Stroud & Skymarc Farm)
Draw 22
TIMEFORM VIEW Best effort last year when close second in the Gimcrack at York but that form hasn’t really worked out and he was soundly beaten after behaving coltishly in the preliminaries in the Sandy Lane Stakes at Haydock on return. Cheekpieces go on.
A
12 SAMANGAN (IRE) (31
109
) 9 2 (128)
4111-24 B c Blue Point (IRE) - Samadrisa (IRE) (Oasis Dream)
D AGA KHAN STUDS SCEA Mickael Barzalona FRANCIS-HENRI GRAFFARD, France
Groom - Dimitri Theodore (Breeder - His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.)
Draw 9
TIMEFORM VIEW Won all 3 starts following his debut in France last season, including a Group 3 and Group 2 at Chantilly. Runner-up in the Prix Djebel (7f) on return but bit below that level when failing to land the odds in the Prix Texanita back at Chantilly last time. Needs more to figure.
13 SONG OF THE CLYDE (GB) (34
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 110
) 9 2 (128)
2125-41 B c Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Queenoftheclyde (IRE) (Dandy Man (IRE)) D MIDDLEHAM PARK RACING CXX & M PARKER Hector Crouch
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner at 2 yrs and showed improved form and a good attitude when getting the better of Albert Einstein in a 6f Newbury Listed race last month. Although this is tougher still, he’s undoubtedly going the right way.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 108
14 SUPER SOLDIER (IRE) (6) 9 2 (128)
2004-00 Gr c Dark Angel (IRE) - First Party (Royal Applause)
THE JC ORGANIZATION & PARTNERS 1 Pierre-Louis Jamin
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful 2-y-o but well held in 6f Doncaster Listed event on reappearance in March and only mid-field in a York handicap last weekend. Out of his depth here. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 13/6/2026 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running. TFRHIIII Official BHA Rating 100 (-3)
The Commonwealth Cup (Group 1) (Class 1) - continued
Form Owner
15 WISE APPROACH (IRE) (34
)
9 2 (128)
2131-54 B c Mehmas (IRE) - Sagely (IRE) (Frozen Power (IRE)) C D GODOLPHIN William Buick
CHARLIE APPLEBY, Newmarket
Groom - Ali Saeed (Breeder - Tally-Ho
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times in 2025, emulating his half-brother Perfect Power (also won this) in winning the Middle Park Stakes at Newmarket Bit disappointing so far this season though, only fourth behind Song of The Clyde in a Newbury Listed race last month, though a strong gallop here should prove beneficial. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 113
16 FITZELLA (GB) (48)
4125-56 B f Too Darn Hot - Shamandar (FR) (Exceed And Excel (AUS))
8 13 (125)
CD BF MR D. R. PASSANT & HEFIN WILLIAMS James McDonald HUGO PALMER, Malpas
Groom - Imogen Kennedy (Breeder - Parks Farm Stud)
TIMEFORM VIEW Made all when a useful winner of the Group 3 Princess Margaret Stakes at C&D last year but did too much too soon when fifth in the Nell Gwyn (7f) on reappearance. Return to sprinting may benefit on that evidence but she’s surely biting off more than she can chew at this level. TFRHIIII
17 HAVANA ANNA (GB) (33
)
11220-1 B f Havana Grey - Miss Villefranche (Danehill Dancer (IRE))
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a maiden and Listed race over 5f at Naas last summer. Better form when runner-up in the Group 1 Cheveley Park at Newmarket after and she didn’t need to be at her best when taking the 8-runner Lacken Stakes at Naas (6f, good to soft) 33 days ago despite pulling hard. This race is deeper again. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 113
18 KIMI REY (GB) (31)
313-123 B f Kingman - Frilly (Frankel)
8 13 (125)
MRS JANE NEWETT Clement Lecoeuvre FRANCIS-HENRI GRAFFARD, France
Groom - Ignacio Gatell (Breeder - Jane Newett)
Draw 4
TIMEFORM VIEW Three-time winner in France, including twice at Listed level. Gave her running when 3/4-length third of 7 to Dostoievsky in Prix Texanita at Chantilly (6f, soft) 31 days ago but she’s consistent rather than progressive and looks up against on her first go in a Group 1
19 MIDNIGHT TANGO (GB) (49)
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 102
8 13 (125)
24460-2 B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Nina Bailarina (Lope de Vega (IRE)) D BRIGHTWALTON BLOODSTOCK LTD
ED WALKER, Upper Lambourn (Breeder - Brightwalton Bloodstock Ltd)
Kieran Shoemark
Draw 17
TIMEFORM VIEW Failed to win from 5 starts in Listed/Group 3 races after landing a Hamilton maiden last season but she produced a much improved effort on return by running Coppull to just a neck the Pavilion Stakes at this C&D last month. Still unexposed as a sprinter and she holds frame claims again.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 104
The Commonwealth Cup (Group 1) (Class 1) - continued
Form Owner Trainer st lb (lbs)
20 SPICY MARG (GB)
(27)
8 13 (125)
1041-03 B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Main Desire (IRE) (High Chaparral (IRE)) D ELB BLOODSTOCK LTD Tom Marquand MICHAEL BELL, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Ended her 2-y-o campaign with a 6f Listed success and wasn’t disgraced when mid-field in the 1000 Guineas at Newmarket on return. Gave her running when third of 7 to Venetian Sun in Sandy Lane Stakes (9/2) at Haydock (6f) last month but she’s exposed as not quite up to this level by now.
21
VENETI
AN
SU
N
(IRE) (27)
1113-01 B f Starman - Johara (IRE) (Iffraaj)
CD TONY BLOOM & IAN MCALEAVY
K. R. BURKE, Leyburn
Groom - Michaela Mason (Breeder - Tally-Ho Stud)
A Rating 103
8 13 (125)
Clifford Lee
Draw 13
TIMEFORM VIEW Won first 4 starts at 5f/6f, including the Albany at this meeting. Shaped well in the 1000 Guineas on return before her stamina gave way and looked a sprinter right out of the top drawer when the most-impressive winner of the Sandy Lane Stakes (6f) at Haydock last month. The one to beat.
22 ZANTHOS (FR) (40)
121-0 Ch f Sioux Nation (USA) - Brioniya (Pivotal)
TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 115
8 13 (125)
VICTORIOUS FOREVER Oisin Murphy
SIMON & ED CRISFORD, Newmarket (Breeder - Viktor Timoshenko & Andriy Milovanov)
Draw 1
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 7f maiden at Newmarket on debut and much improved when winning a good renewal of the Rockfel Stakes (7f) on the Rowley Mile there on her final outing at 2yrs. Didn’t get home upped to 1m in the Poule d’Essai des Pouliches on return and this enthusiastic sort looks worth a try as a sprinter. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 111
Result: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
Distances: 1-2 2-3 Time: Min . Secs.
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 22
Blinkers worn first time by No. 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 3, 11. Visor worn by No. 2. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 10.
Standard Time: 1 min 14.90 secs
Record Time: 1 min 10.48 secs by Get It age 7 wt 9-7 good to firm, 09/05/25
2025: TIME FOR SANDALS (IRE) 3 8 13 Richard Kingscote 25-1 (Harry Eustace) 21 ran
The Commonwealth Cup (Group 1) (Class 1) -
Forecast:
11-8 Venetian Sun (IRE), 11-2 Albert Einstein (IRE), 10-1 Wise Approach (IRE), 11-1 Division (GB), 12-1 Charles Darwin (IRE), Coppull (GB), Havana Anna (GB), 18-1 Outfielder (USA), Song of The Clyde (GB), Zanthos (FR), 25-1 Samangan (IRE), 33-1 Havana Hurricane (GB), Midnight Tango (GB), 40-1 Aspect Island (GB), My Calyx Cen (IRE), Spicy Marg (GB), 50-1 Kimi Rey (GB), 50-1 Rock On Thunder (IRE), 66-1 Brussels (GB),Northern Champion (IRE), 300-1 Super Soldier (IRE), Fitzella (GB)
Timeform Summary
VENETIAN SUN looks a stand-out amongst the current crop of 3-y-o sprinters on the basis of her most impressive success at Haydock last month and she is fancied to gain a second Royal Ascot success. Charles Darwin, who also scored at this meeting last season, can’t have been himself at Naas last time and is worth another chance, so makes the shortlist alongside Division and Coppull.
1. VENETIAN
3.40 Third Race
Ascot Racecourse is giving a prize of £300 to the lad or girl responsible for the best turned out horse, and a prize of £300 to the lad or girl responsible for the winning horse
TheDukeOfEdinburghStakes
(Handicap) (GBBPlus Race)
One Mile About Four Furlongs (Approx. 2,400 metres), ROUND COURSE (11f Abt 211yds) For Three Year Olds And Upwards
(Class 2) Advertised Total prize fund £120,000 (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 78)
Stalls - Inside
Owners Prize Money. Winner £48756, Second £24384, Third £12192, Fourth £6096, Fifth £3048, Sixth £1524. (Penalty Value £61848) 16 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS Form Owner
1
BURDETT
ROAD (GB) (8
3) 6 9 12 (138)
06-2030 B g Muhaarar - Diamond Bangle (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) C D THE GREDLEY FAMILY Luke Morris
JAMES OWEN, Newmarket (Breeder - Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd) Draw 11
TIMEFORM VIEW Free-going sort who had a disappointing 2025 on the level. Ran a couple of decent races over jumps in the autumn and was rather in-and-out of form in the Middle East earlier in the year, down the field in Dubai Gold Cup (2m) when last seen. Returns to a handicap with the hood discarded. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 105
2
AM
BIENTE FRIENDLY
(IRE) (307) 5 9 12 (138)
5/44046- B g Gleneagles (IRE) - Roxity (IRE) (Fastnet Rock (AUS))
D THE GREDLEY FAMILY
JAMES OWEN, Newmarket (Breeder - Al Shira’aa Farms S.A.R.L.)
Cieren Fallon
w 12
TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart 3-y-o who was placed in the Derby/Irish Derby in 2024 for James Fanshawe. However, ended that campaign below his best and disappointing so far in this sphere for James Owen. More like it over hurdles last season and cheekpieces are the headgear of choice for his Flat handicap bow
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful on Flat in France and has got his act together over hurdles this year, landing the odds at Plumpton in February before following up in Imperial Cup Handicap at Sandown the following month. Let down by jumping in hat-trick bid but he’s an interesting contender on Flat handicap bow TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 105
4
WA
RRANT HOLDER (IRE)
21231-1 B g Frankel - Diploma (Dubawi (IRE))
(35) 4 9 12 (138)
D HM THE KING & HM THE QUEEN William Buick
JOHN & THADY GOSDEN, Newmarket (Breeder - Queen Elizabeth II) Draw 17
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner last year and having been gelded/fitted with a tongue strap, he made a winning return from 7 months off in 15-runner handicap at York (10.3f, good) 5 weeks ago, bit in hand. 5lb rise by no means insurmountable and he merits serious consideration having been gelded since.
TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 105
The Duke Of Edinburgh Stakes (Handicap) (GBBPlus Race) (Class 2) - continued
Form Owner Trainer Age st lb
5 EMIT (IRE) (16) 4 9 11 (137)
22-4354 B g Too Darn Hot - Light of Joy (USA) (Kitten’s Joy (USA))
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Listed race at Gowran last summer before finishing placed in 2 Group races at Longchamp Solid efforts in defeat this season, most recently when fourth of 12 on handicap debut at the Curragh (1 3/4m, good) earlier in the month, left with a bit too much to do Remains of interest
6 PLAGE DE HAVRE (GB) (37) 5 9 9 (135)
2P31-63 Ch g Le Havre (IRE) - Borja (IRE) (Lope de Vega (IRE))
D MR SAEED SUHAIL Oisin Murphy ANDREW BALDING, Kingsclere
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive sort last season who took his form to another level when a wide-margin winner of the Old Newton Cup at Haydock in July Disappointed in Listed company at Kempton on return but back to his best when third of 10 in handicap at York (1 1/2m, good to soft) last month. Should be in the mix
7
N
IGHTIME DANCER
(IRE) (48) 4 9 9 (135)
13024-4 B g Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Stella d’Italia (Sea The Stars (IRE))
D STALL PERLEN AB Sean Levey RICHARD HANNON, Marlborough
Groom - Narendra Singh (Breeder - Gce Farm Ltd)
TIMEFORM VIEW Got off the mark in 1m4f Southwell novice last spring before advancing his form in much better company, eighth in the Derby and fourth in Geoffrey Freer at Newbury Gelded and ran well on return/handicap debut when fourth of 8 at Newmarket (1 1/2m, good to firm) 7 weeks ago. Can build on that.
8 FRENCH DUKE (IRE) (132
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 102
) 5 9 9 (135)
2/003-16 B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Duchess of France (IRE) (Dylan Thomas (IRE))
D WATHNAN RACING Jamie Spencer
HAMAD AL JEHANI, GB (Breeder - Mrs Joan Murphy)
Draw 22
TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled his tally on first start for new yard having left Roger Varian at Meydan (1 1/2m, good) in January, reversing form with Asgard’s Captain. Not so good tried in Listed company at Abu Dhabi the following month and hasn’t been seen since.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 102
9 OMNI MAN (IRE) (40) 4 9 8 (134)
5163-00 B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Pretty Face (Rainbow Quest (USA))
D GO RACING LTD
Dylan Browne McMonagle
JOSEPH PATRICK O’BRIEN, Ireland
Groom - Daniel Fiddis (Breeder - Bernard Cooke)
Draw 4
TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice on turf last season and ended his campaign with an improved effort when third of 13 to Phantom Flight in Diamond Stakes on all-weather debut at Dundalk Gelded and offered little on both outings this campaign so has got a bit to prove back in a handicap.
The Duke Of Edinburgh Stakes (Handicap) (GBBPlus Race) (Class 2) - continued
Form Owner
10
HOPEWELL ROCK (IRE) (48)
1/3220-3 B g New Bay - Tidewalker (IRE) (Lawman (FR))
WATHNAN RACING
Trainer Age st lb (lbs)
4 9 8 (134)
James Doyle
GEORGE BOUGHEY, Newmarket (Breeder - S.H. Bloodstock Limited) Draw 8
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual 1m winner at 2yrs and improved in defeat in handicaps last season until just ninth in November Handicap at Doncaster final run. Gelded and shaped encouragingly after 6 months off when third of 8 at Newmarket (1 1/2m, good to firm) 7 weeks ago and he may well progress again. Shortlisted. TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 101
11 OPPORTUNITY (GB) (20)
4/140-31 B g Frankel - Izzi Top (Pivotal)
D WATHNAN RACING
4 9 7 (133)
James McDonald WILLIAM HAGGAS, Newmarket (Breeder - Meon Valley Stud) Draw 1
TIMEFORM VIEW Has some very strong 3-y-o form to his name and confirmed the promise of his reappearance when winning 12-runner handicap at Carlisle (11f, good) just under 3 weeks ago, everything proving straightforward having been kept handier than previously. Has a progressive profile so of obvious interest. TFRHHHHI
12 MILITARY ACADEMY (GB) (
100
13) 5 9 7 (133)
230550 B g Fastnet Rock (AUS) - Sovereign Parade (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
D MRS JANE CHAPPLE-HYAM
JANE CHAPPLE-HYAM, Newmarket
Groom - Samuel Taylor (Breeder - Abdulla Al-Khalifa & Isa Salman)
Billy Loughnane
Draw 7
TIMEFORM VIEW Showed signs of temperament towards the end of a winless 4-y-o season for the Gosden stable but made a positive start for current connections when a close third in the Winter Derby at Lingfield. However, well beaten on all 4 subsequent starts so can only be watched for now. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 100
13 TUSCAN HILLS (FR) (96)
4 9 6 (132)
11/006-0 B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Taqleed (Sea The Stars (IRE)) AMO RACING LIMITED David Egan
ROBSON DE AGUIAR, Ireland
Groom - Gabriel (Breeder - Mr John Richard Wheeler)
Draw 9
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a Listed race as a 2-y-o but has failed to make an impact in a light career since, including on reappearance for a new yard at the Curragh (1m, heavy) in March. Upped markedly in trip.
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 99
14 INSANITY (GB) (59)
03220-2 B g Nathaniel (IRE) - Queen’s Dream (IRE) (Oasis Dream)
6 9 6 (132)
CD MCNEILL FAMILY & THE SPERO PARTNERSHIP Rossa Ryan ALAN KING, Barbury Castle
Groom - Molly Draper (Breeder - Star Pointe Ltd)
Draw 3
TIMEFORM VIEW Won at Ayr (13f) last June and better form when placed here and at York (twice) later in the season. Shaped as if retaining all ability after 5 months off when second of 8 at Pontefract (1 1/4m, good) in April and makes appeal for a yard already on the board here this week.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 99
The Duke Of Edinburgh Stakes (Handicap) (GBBPlus Race) (Class 2) - continued
Form Owner
15
DAIN MA NUT IN (IRE) (120)
Trainer Age st lb
5 9 6 (132)
1100-10 B g Phoenix of Spain (IRE) - Jive Lady (IRE) (Exceed And Excel (AUS))
LAMONT RACING
LUCINDA RUSSELL & MICHAEL SCUDAMORE, Kinross
Groom - Eleanor Warren (Breeder - Glenanore Stud)
Colin Keane
Draw 21
TIMEFORM VIEW Bounced back to form to score on his second Bahrain start in January, all 6 of his career wins achieved under front-running tactics. Not so good in Listed company back there (11f, good to firm) the following month and has been off since. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 99
1
6
NESTHORN (GB) (78)
511-000 B g Expert Eye - Swiss Range (Zamindar (USA))
4 9 6 (132)
THE HAVEHORSEWILLTRAVEL PARTNERSHIP Neil Callan
GEORGE BAKER, Epsom (Breeder - Juddmonte Farms Ltd)
19
TIMEFORM VIEW Dual winner in France who made the perfect start for current connections on handicap debut in Bahrain (1 1/4m, good) in December Below form on his final couple of starts out there and heads up in trip on return.
HHIII Official BHA Rating 99
17 TEUMESSIAS FOX (IRE) (77)
7 9 5 (131)
003-535 Ch g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Princess Serena (USA) (Unbridled’s Song (USA)) D KING POWER RACING CO LTD Jason Watson
ANDREW BALDING, Kingsclere
Groom - Chetan Singh (Breeder - Roundhill Stud)
Draw 5
TIMEFORM VIEW Won the Rosebery at Kempton last spring but hasn’t won in 9 runs since, left with too much to do when fifth of 14 at Newcastle (1 1/4m) 11 weeks ago. Needs luck given his style but should get a decent gallop to aim at here.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 98
1
8
REGAL ULIXES
(GB) (35) 4 9 5 (131)
0-61640 Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Regal Realm (Medicean) MR GARY GILLIES P. J. McDonald ANDREW BALDING, Kingsclere
Groom - Nathu Singh (Breeder - Cheveley Park Stud Limited)
Draw 20
TIMEFORM VIEW Has seemed more tractable since the hood has gone on, winning at Lingfield in February. Respectable efforts in defeat subsequently, including back on turf at York 5 weeks ago, and this step back up in trip is worth exploring. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 98
19 SERENGETI (FR) (25)
4 9 3 (129)
5-45001 Br c Wootton Bassett - Holy Roman Empress (IRE) (American Pharoah (USA)) MR JIM GILL Kieran Shoemark MIKE MURPHY, Westoning
Groom - Nuala O’Leary (Breeder - China Horse Club International)
Draw 6
TIMEFORM VIEW Now with his third trainer in 2026 and caused a surprise when winning 6-runner handicap at Windsor (1 1/4m, good to firm) last month, seeming suited by the emphasis on speed upped in trip (tongue tie another possible catalyst). Just 1lb higher but a follow up seems highly unlikely.
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 96
Result: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
Distances: 1-2 2-3 Time: Min . Secs.
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 19
Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 18. Blinkers worn by No. 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 4, 5, 9.
Standard Time: 2 mins 35.37 secs
Record Time: 2 mins 24.60 secs by Novellist age 4 wt 9-7 good to firm, 27/07/13
2025: ETHICAL DIAMOND (IRE) 5 9 3 Ryan Moore 3-1 (W P Mullins) 18 ran
Forecast:
9-2 Hopewell Rock (IRE), Opportunity (GB), Warrant Holder (IRE), 13-2 Emit (IRE), 10-1 Mondo Man (GB), Plage de Havre (GB), 14-1 French Duke (IRE), Nightime Dancer (IRE), Omni Man (IRE), 16-1 Regal Ulixes (GB), 28-1 Ambiente Friendly (IRE), Insanity (GB), 33-1 Burdett Road (GB), Tuscan Hills (FR), 40-1 Dain Ma Nut In (IRE), 50-1 Nesthorn (GB), Teumessias Fox (IRE), 66-1 Military Academy (GB), Serengeti (FR)
Timeform Summary
A typically competitive Royal Ascot handicap. HOPEWELL ROCK gets the vote having been asked to come from much further back than a couple of similarly progressive rivals at Newmarket on return early last month. Also representing Wathnan Racing is Opportunity, who arrives on the back of a straightforward success at Carlisle and his progressive profile puts him in the mix. Warrant Holder, Plage de Havre and Emit are just a handful of others worth considering, too.
1. HOPEWELL ROCK (IRE) 2. OPPORTUNITY 3. WARRANT HOLDER (IRE)
HBLB
The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) has allocated £77.1m in prize money for 2026.
Since 2000 HBLB has invested £1.5bn in prize money to support the British horseracing industry This includes an estimated £1.98m to Ascot from 16th June to 20th June 2026.
4.20 Fourth Race
Ascot Racecourse is giving a prize of £300 to the lad or girl responsible for the best turned out horse, and a prize of £300 to the lad or girl responsible for the winning horse
The Coronation Stakes
(Group 1)
Old Mile (7F Abt 213yds) (Approx, 1,600 metres) For Three Year Old Fillies
(Class 1) Advertised Total prize fund £700,000 (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 78 & 79)
Stalls - Inside
Owners Prize Money. Winner £311920, Second £128030, Third £64050, Fourth £31990, Fifth £16030, Sixth £7980. (Penalty Value £396970) A SS Form Owner
1 BALANTINA (IRE) (231
) 9 2 (128)
413251- B or Br f Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Balankiyla (FR) (Montjeu (IRE)) D WESTON/MEDALLION/REEVES T’BRED/MCNULTY Oisin Murphy DONNACHA AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland
Groom - Ger Lane (Breeder - Summerhill/Lynch Bages/S. Murphy) Draw 2
TIMEFORM VIEW Resumed progress to land the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf at Del Mar in late-October, when patiently ridden before surging ahead late to make it 2-2 under Oisin Murphy, though she has a couple of very smart Classic winners to contend with on her first start as a 3-y-o
2 BLACK CAVIAR GOLD
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 113
(IRE) (26) 9 2 (128)
411-024 Gr f Havana Grey - Perfect Outing (Outstrip)
BOND THOROUGHBRED LIMITED W. J. Lee P. TWOMEY, Ireland
Groom - Aine Ryan (Breeder - Gerard Corry & Ringfort Stud)
Draw 3
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful Group 3 winning filly who ran right up to her best when fourth in the Irish 1,000 Guineas at the Curragh. The addition of a first-time visor is likely to be a positive given how she previously responded to cheekpieces, however, it’s hard to see her reversing form with Precise/True Love.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 103
3 MOON TARGET (GB) (252) 9 2 (128)
112030- B f Cracksman - Lunar Corona (Dansili)
CHEVELEY PARK STUD Luke Morris SIR MARK PRESCOTT BT, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Wide-margin winner of Newmarket/Yarmouth novices prior to placing in the Group 3 Prestige/Group 2 Rockfel, and while probably over the top when well held in the Fillies’ Mile in October, she faces a stiff task on return.
HHIII
BHA Rating 103
CE S
4 PRECISE (IRE) (26) 9 2 (128)
1111-01 Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Way To My Heart (IRE) (Galileo (IRE)) D D.SMITH,MRS J.MAGNIER,M.TABOR,WESTERBERG Ryan Moore AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland
TIMEFORM VIEW Rated the best 2-y-o filly in Europe last season but reportedly suffered an interrupted preparation prior to her creditable seventh in the 1000 Guineas However, she comprehensively reversed that form with an emphatic victory in the Irish 1,000 Guineas and may again prove too strong for True Lo
115
Form Owner
5 ROSE GHAIYYATH (IRE) (
12) 9 2 (128)
14-06 B f Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Local Time (Invincible Spirit (IRE))
TIMEFORM VIEW Having won a valuable newcomers race at Deauville, she advanced her form in defeat when fourth in the Park Hill/ tenth behind True Love/Precise in a strong renewal of the 1000 Guineas on return. Needs more but it’s easy enough to forgive her subsequent effort on much more testing ground at Goodwood,
6
SUK
ANYA
(GB) (26) 9 2 (128)
0420-10 Gr f Havana Grey - Shiba (FR) (Rail Link)
OPULENCE THOROUGHBREDS & PARTNER III
JACK CHANNON, West Ilsley (Breeder - Corps Commerce Ltd)
Tom Marquand
Draw 1
TIMEFORM VIEW Found the best turn of foot off a sound pace when a much-improved winner of the Fred Darling at Newbury on reappearance, travelling well/scoring with a bit in hand, but that form hasn’t worked out and she ran no sort of race when trailing the field in the Irish 1,000 Guineas subsequently
7
TIMEFORSHOWCASING (GB) (
19) 9 2 (128)
051-101 B or Br f Showcasing - Gloryette (Raven’s Pass (USA)) D MR JABER ABDULLAH
TIMEFORM VIEW Versatile filly who finished well beaten in the 1000 Guineas prior to enhancing her fine strike rate with a much-improved success in the German 1000 Guineas at Dusseldorf (1m, soft) last time. Likely to be vulnerable back at the top level, though.
8 TOULEEN (GB) (
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 103
47) 9 2 (128)
115-26 B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Talaayeb (Dansili)
SHADWELL ESTATE COMPANY LTD
OWEN BURROWS, Lambourn
Groom - Faith Green (Breeder - Shadwell Estate Company Limited)
Saffie Osborne
Draw 4
TIMEFORM VIEW Travelled well but couldn’t match Sukanya’s turn of foot when runner-up in the Fred Darling on return before confirming that improvement when a never-nearer sixth in the 1000 Guineas. She lacks scope physically, though, and it’s hard to see her turning the tables on True Love.
9 TRUE LOVE (IRE) (26)
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 105
9 2 (128)
210-112 B f No Nay Never (USA) - Alluringly (USA) (Fastnet Rock (AUS))
Ireland
Groom - Siobhan Bergin (Breeder - Coolmore)
Draw 6
TIMEFORM VIEW Having done well physically over the winter, she doubled her Group 1 tally in decisive fashion under Wayne Lordan in a strong 1000 Guineas Not quite at that level when brushed aside by stablemate Precise in the Irish equivalent next time but has a serious chance on her Newmarket form. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 115
Result: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
Distances: 1-2 2-3
Time: Min . Secs.
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9
Visor worn first time by No. 2.
Standard Time: 1 min 41.60 secs
Record Time: 1 min 35.89 secs by Alpha Centauri age 3 wt 9-0 good to firm, 22/06/1
2025: CERCENE (IRE) 3 9 2 G F Carroll 33-1 (Joseph G Murphy) 11 ran
A fascinating match-up between the respective 1000 Guineas and Irish 1,000 Guineas winners, with the scoreboard currently tied at 1-1, and while True Love can get closer than she did at the Curragh, her stablemate PRECISE may again prove too strong at the finish.
All breeders of Stakes winners by a Tweenhills stallion will receive a credit to the value of the nomination to be used toward one or more of the stallions standing at Tweenhills*
ROYAL VELVET
(Lightning Spear)
Bred and owned by Susie Hartley
Winner of the Chartwell Fillies’ Stakes, Gr.3 in 2026
FIVE WAYS (Kameko)
Winner of the Sirenia Stakes, Gr.3 in 2025
Bred and owned by Dr John Hobby
SKY SAFARI
(Zoustar)
Winner of the Winter Derby Stakes, Gr.3 in 2026
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5.00 Fifth Race
Ascot Racecourse is giving a prize of £300 to the lad or girl responsible for the best turned out horse, and a prize of £300 to the lad or girl responsible for the winning horse
The Sandringham Stakes
(Handicap)
One Mile (1,600 metres), STRAIGHT MILE (8f) For Three Year Old Fillies
(Class 2) Advertised Total prize fund £120,000 (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 79)
Stalls - Centre
Owners Prize Money. Winner £48756, Second £24384, Third £12192, Fourth £6096, Fifth £3048, Sixth £1524. (Penalty Value £61848) Weights raised 2lbandparagraphs27to31oftheWeightsandHandicappingCodecompliedwithwhereapplicable.2EliminatedUnderRules(I)9and(I)10.SS Form Owner Trainer
1 AWAKEN (IRE) (65)
22104-0 B f Mehmas (IRE) - Circulation (Oasis Dream)
9 9 (135)
HIGHCLERE THOROUGHBRED RACING - MAPLE Billy Loughnane
GEORGE BOUGHEY, Newmarket (Breeder - Epona Bloodstock Ltd) Draw 15
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful form at 2yrs, runner-up in the Albany at this meeting on second start before going one better at Leicester Made the frame in Rockfel at Newmarket on final outing, but was well held in the Nell Gwyn on reappearance. Has something to find up in trip for handicap debut. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 101
2 MUBASIMAH (IRE) (19)
12-605 B f Frankel - Mubtasimah (Dark Angel (IRE))
9 8 (134)
SHEIKH JUMA DALMOOK AL MAKTOUM James Doyle ANDREW BALDING, Kingsclere
Groom - Izzy Van Lienden (Breeder - Rabbah Bloodstock Limited)
Draw 27
TIMEFORM VIEW Maiden winner at Newmarket on debut and was much improved when second in the Oh So Sharp there next time. Found it tough in 1000 Guineas on second start this season, but ran well when 2 3/4 lengths fifth of 8 in Group 2 at Chantilly 19 days ago. More needed on handicap bow
3 HOPE QUEEN (IRE) (26)
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 100
9 8 (134)
11-0 B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Motion (Invincible Spirit (IRE)) MR JABER ABDULLAH
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed the odds in a Beverley novice on debut last summer, before staying on well for success in 7f Listed race at Sandown next time. Found the Irish 1,000 Guineas too competitive on return, but she could take a step forward from that run as she switches to handicaps. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 100
4 JUST CALL ME ANGEL (GB) (27)
1131-10 B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Be More (Shamardal (USA)) D CAYTON PARK STUD LIMITED
ED DUNLOP, Newmarket
Groom - Jack Aherne (Breeder - Cayton Park Stud Ltd)
9 6 (132)
Robert Havlin
Draw 17
TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 3 wins from final 4 starts last year when landing a Group 2 in Milan in October Picked up where she left off when also scoring in the Italian 1000 Guineas in May, though she weakened quickly when well held in 1 1/4m Listed race Goodwood last time. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 98
DR RICHARD NEWLAND & JAMIE INSOLE, Droitwich Grooms - Lucy Hammond and Charlie Bell (Breeder - The Cockney Dancer Partnership)
Draw 6
TIMEFORM VIEW Doubled her tally when battling well for success in Kempton conditions race (1m) on reappearance. Has run well upped in grade both subsequent outings, even if she wasn’t able to land a blow when 6 1/2 lengths third of 6 in 1 1/4m Listed race at Newmarket last month. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 96
6 ZOOMING (GB) (48)
21-50 B f Mohaather - La Arenosa (IRE) (Exceed And Excel (AUS)) IAN & CHRISTINE BEARD & FAMILY
9 4 (130)
Tom Marquand WILLIAM HAGGAS, Newmarket (Breeder - Stuart McPhee and Partners)
Draw 9
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed with each of her first 3 starts, scoring at Newmarket in November before fifth of 14 in Fred Darling at Newbury on return. Wasn’t able to get involved back at 6f in Listed race at Goodwood last time, but this trip promises to suit as she goes handicapping. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 96
7 SEET (GB) (14)
9 4 (130)
511 B f Too Darn Hot - Zero Gravity (Dansili) D SHADWELL ESTATE COMPANY LTD Ryan Moore JOHN & THADY GOSDEN, Newmarket (Breeder - Zero Gravity Partnership) Draw 20
TIMEFORM VIEW Half-sister to Kalpana who confirmed debut promise when scoring at Wolverhampton in May. Improved again when following up in a Doncaster novice 2 weeks ago, overcoming concession of first run, and she can make a bold bid for the hat-trick on handicap debut. TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 96
8 AL RATEEL (USA) (49)
9 3 (129)
1163 B f Violence (USA) - Zermatt (USA) (Tiznow (USA)) D DR.MUSTAFA BOUSAIF Warren Fentiman (3) J. REYNIER, France (Breeder - Blue Heaven Farm) Draw 24
TIMEFORM VIEW Has quickly reached a useful level this year, winning her first 2 starts at Cagnes-Sur-Mer and quickly leaving behind a lesser effort when 1 1/2 lengths third of 13 to Just Call Me Angel in Italian 1000 Guineas in May. Further improvement required in this contest TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 95
TIMEFORM VIEW From a good family and landed the odds at Deauville (6f) at second attempt last summer. Stepped up on this season’s Group 3 return when easily winning 6-runner minor event at Nancy (7f) and this extra distance is likely to suit on first handicap start. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 93
The
Sandringham
Form Owner
Stakes
(Handicap) (Class 2) - continued
10 MIXED FEELINGS (IRE) (41)
3-15 B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Active Approach (New Approach (IRE))
9 0 (126)
D MRS C. ACHESON Dylan Browne McMonagle
JOSEPH PATRICK O’BRIEN, Ireland
Groom - Ashley Hussey (Breeder - Old Carhue Stud)
Draw 2
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped encouragingly on debut and impressed after 7 months off when 6-length winner of a Leopardstown maiden in April. Seemed stretched by 1 1/4m when fifth of 7 in Listed race at Naas 6 weeks ago, so she could yet do better back down in trip for handicap bow
11 QUIET MUTINY (IRE) (27)
1-24 B f Starman - Emerald Loch (Danehill Dancer (IRE))
TIMEFORM VIEW Got the better of Precise at Fairyhouse only start last year and second in 5.5f Listed race at Cork on return. Built on recent run when never-nearer fourth of 13 in handicap at the Curragh (7f) later in May, form boosted since, and there could be better to come over 1m. TFR
12 GLYFADA (IRE) (38)
211 B f Camelot - Princess Noor (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE))
91
8 13 (125)
D SKARA GLEN STABLES Oisin Murphy
DONNACHA AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland
Groom - Eoin Carroll (Breeder - Barronstown Stud)
Draw 31
TIMEFORM VIEW Has made promising start to her career, opening account over 1 1/4m at Naas in April and showing a good turn of foot when also winning 6-runner minor event at Killarney (1m) last month. This is tougher but she can go on improving as she heads into handicaps
13 TRUE TEST (GB) (47)
520-420 Gr f Time Test - True To Herself (IRE) (Clodovil (IRE))
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 91
8 12 (124)
MR ABDULLA AL MANSOORI William Buick WILLIAM KNIGHT, Newmarket
Groom - Hem Singh (Breeder - Funcheon & Monaughty Bloodstock)
Draw 13
TIMEFORM VIEW Upped to 1m, turned in a career best when only narrowly denied in a Meydan Listed event in February. However, back in Britain she faced a much sterner test when thirteenth of 19 in 1000 Guineas on her latest outing. Now switches to handicap company. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 90
14 HARLEQUIN BREEZE (IRE) (24)
8 12
(124)
052-041 Ch f New Bay - Sacred Rhyme (IRE) (Lope de Vega (IRE)) D HARLEQUIN DIRECT LTD David Egan JANE CHAPPLE-HYAM, Newmarket
Groom - Helen Smith (Breeder - Sherborough Developments Co Ltd)
Draw 8
TIMEFORM VIEW Went the right way with each of her 3 starts as a juvenile, Made the frame on handicap debut at Haydock on second run this season, before getting off the mark in a Leicester novice 24 days ago. Scored in good style last time but plenty more needed here. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 90
The Sandringham Stakes (Handicap) (Class 2) - continued
Form Owner
15 BRIGID’S WELL (IRE) (47)
0124-5 B f Ulysses (IRE) - Selfara (Oasis Dream)
8 11 (123)
D TURF CLUB 2024, LILLINGSTON, WARRENDER Jamie Spencer
HUGO PALMER, Malpas
(Breeder - Mount Coote Stud and Anthony Warrender)
Draw 23
TIMEFORM VIEW Made all in 1m Thirsk novice on second outing and better form when making the frame next 2 starts, fourth in Listed race at Newmarket in November. Possibly needed the run after 6 months off in another Listed event at Newmarket (1 1/4m) in May, but has work to do now handicapping. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 89
16 BLINGY’S SISTER (IRE) (62)
1235-0 Ch f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Millicent Fawcett (Kingman)
WHOLEY HUSSEY OWEN
HUGO PALMER, Malpas (Breeder - Irish National Stud Mare Syndicate III)
8 10 (122)
Toby Moore (7)
Draw 14
TIMEFORM VIEW Made winning start at Chepstow (6f) and promise next 2 outings, meeting trouble when third in sales race at the Curragh. Unsuited by the track in Group 3 at Newmarket in October, before tenth of 14 in the Fred Darling at Newbury on return. Up in trip for handicap debut TFR
17 TAVANA (GB) (34)
14104-0 Gr f Havana Grey - Tafilly (IRE) (Red Rocks (IRE))
TIMEFORM VIEW Won minor events 2 of first 3 starts and bounced back from a below-par effort when fourth of 7 in Listed race at Deauville in November However, she was down the field on handicap/seasonal debut at Newbury (1m) in May, so needs to leave her recent run behind.
18 HARLEQUIN ANGEL (IRE) (50)
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 87
8 9 (121)
02310-1 Gr f Space Blues (IRE) - Wrong Answer (Verglas (IRE)) HARLEQUIN DIRECT LTD Alexandra Egan (7) JANE CHAPPLE-HYAM, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Improved on maiden form when making a successful nursery debut at Newmarket last summer Well held in sales race there in October, but after 7 months off she made all back in handicap company at Yarmouth (7f) in April. Much harder to repeat the same tactics here. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 87
19 BINTAZIZA (IRE) (19)
8 9 (121)
114 B f Study of Man (IRE) - Catalan (IRE) (Duke of Marmalade (IRE)) D SALHIA STUD LIMITED Ray Dawson ROGER VARIAN, Newmarket
Groom - Kerry Humphries (Breeder - Mrs S. M Rogers &Sir Thomas Pilkington)
Draw 32
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning start in taking fashion at Newcastle in April and comfortably landed the odds in a Wolverhampton novice following month. Lost her unbeaten record in handicap at Thirsk 19 days ago, though finished well having raced wide. Enters calculations TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 87
The
Sandringham Stakes (Handicap) (Class 2) - continued
Form Owner
20 GREEN CARRERA (GB) (26)
614-21 B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Fool For You (IRE) (Lawman (FR))
8 8 (120)
D RANCHO TEMESCAL/FARFELLOW FARM/CHIVALRY Mickael Barzalona JOSEPH PATRICK O’BRIEN, Ireland
Groom - Aoife Monahan (Breeder - Coverdale Stud)
Draw 30
TIMEFORM VIEW Thurles maiden winner in October and, back up to 1m, she built on promise of seasonal/handicap debut when scoring at the Curragh 26 days ago, though had nothing to spare having got first run on the runner-up
A Rating 86
21 SHE COMMANDS (IRE) (39)
51-1 Gr f Dark Angel (IRE) - Havre de Paix (FR) (Le Havre (IRE))
8 8 (120)
D VICTORIOUS FOREVER Jack Dace (5) RALPH BECKETT, Kimpton Down
TIMEFORM VIEW Kempton novice winner (1m) on second of 2 starts last year and improved again when defying a penalty at Wolverhampton (9.5f) in May. Had the run of the race last time, but she’s a rangy type with a useful pedigree so should have more to offer now handicapping. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 86
22 DARN HOT GALLOP (GB) (
47) 8 8 (120)
11-10 B f Too Darn Hot - Contribution (Champs Elysees)
D MR JABER ABDULLAH Aurelien Lemaitre
Groom - Lee Brusby-Glover
JAMES TATE, Newmarket
(Breeder - Juddmonte Farms Ltd)
Draw 4
TIMEFORM VIEW Won a pair of All-Weather events in November and took a big step forward when maintaining unbeaten record in handicap at Newmarket in April, form which has been working out well. Stiff task in 1000 Guineas next time so no surprise to see her bounce back.
TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 86
23 SYMBOL OF MAJESTY (GB) (32
1-15 B f New Bay - Sovereign Parade (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
) 8 8 (120)
D BF ISA SALMAN & ABDULLA AL KHALIFA Saffie Osborne
JOHN & THADY GOSDEN, Newmarket (Breeder - Abdulla Al-Khalifa & Isa Salman)
Draw 21
TIMEFORM VIEW Overcame inexperience when winning first 2 starts, landing the odds in a Haydock novice on return. Left poorly placed when fifth of 7 on handicap debut at Wolverhampton last month, so she remains with potential and this big-field scenario could suit TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 86
24 LYRICS OF LIFE (GB) (49)
8 7 (119) 5225-23 B f Pinatubo (IRE) - Folk Opera (IRE) (Singspiel (IRE))
SANGSTER & BABINGTON Silvestre De Sousa BRIAN MEEHAN, Manton
TIMEFORM VIEW Matched the pick of her 2-y-o form when runner-up in a Newmarket maiden on reappearance. Not discredited behind a promising filly when third of 7 in novice on the round course here last time, but she looks vulnerable having her first run in a handicap TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 85
The Sandringham Stakes (Handicap) (Class 2)
Form Owner
25 PASSING THOUGHT (GB) (54)
0210-1 B f Showcasing - Passefontaine (FR) (Wootton Bassett)
TIMEFORM VIEW Made third start a winning one at Goodwood (6f) in 2025 and, after 6 months off, showed much improved form sent handicapping when doubling her tally at Wetherby (7f) in April. Shaped as if 1m will suit last time and represents trainer who landed this race last year
26 ROSA INGLESA (GB) (31)
8 7 (119)
216-31 B f Lope Y Fernandez (IRE) - Distant Thunder (IRE) (Night of Thunder (IRE)) D MR LAURENCE HOLDER Harry Davies
CHARLIE FELLOWES, Newmarket
Groom - Sienna Anderson (Breeder - Michael Cook)
19
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful in 7f Chelmsford novice last year and, upped to 1m for second handicap start this season, got back on the up with a ready success at Nottingham a month ago, a race which has produced winners since. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 85
27 SPINNING AROUND (IRE) (
46)
4201-41 B f Australia - Perfect Angel (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE)) MRS M.V.MAGNIER,MRS O’LOUGHLIN,MRS BYRNE W. M. Lordan DONNACHA AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland
TIMEFORM VIEW Off the mark switched to a nursery at Dundalk final outing last year and, fitted with tongue strap, stepped forward from her return when also winning 7f handicap at the Curragh in May, scoring by 1 1/4 lengths from Green Carrera. Bred to be suited by this extra furlong. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 83
28 CROWNRIGHT (GB) (24
3-22 B f Frankel - Environs (Dansili) BF JUDDMONTE
TIMEFORM VIEW Shaped well first 2 outings, runner-up in novice on the round course here in May despite racing keenly in first-time hood. Wasn’t in the same form (headgear left off) in 4-runner event at Leicester last time, though she remains capable of better in a big-field handicap.
29 THANKFULLY (IRE) (19)
35-15 B f St Mark’s Basilica (FR) - Drumfad Bay (IRE) (Acclamation) D M
8 4 (116)
MRS SHANAHAN Jack Nicholls (5) K. R. BURKE, Leyburn
Groom - Emma Kettlewell (Breeder - Stonethorn Stud Farm Ltd.)
TIMEFORM VIEW Promise on first of 2 starts as a juvenile and made a successful return in maiden at Beverley in April, pulling clear with the runner-up Took a step forward when 2 1/2 lengths fifth of 11 in handicap at Thirsk and this well-bred type could have more to offer.
The
30 DREAM CAMP (IRE) (29) 8 4 (116)
5-31 B f Siyouni (FR) - Pollara (IRE) (Camelot) D MR BOBBY FLAY Nicola Currie ANDREW BALDING, Kingsclere (Breeder - Monceaux/Jedubois/Ilsesmits) Draw 11
TIMEFORM VIEW Has improved with each of 3 races so far, suited by the step up to 1m when winning 11-runner maiden at Southwell last month. Scored with a fair bit in hand and is open to further progress, for all that this is a lot more competitive on her handicap bow TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 82
Result:
Distances: 1-2 2-3
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 30
Tongue Strap worn by No. 15, 20, 27.
Standard Time: 1 min 41.40 secs
.
Record Time: 1 min 36.60 secs by Ribchester age 4 wt 9-0 good to firm, 20/06/17
2025: NEVER LET GO 3 8 10 Kieran Shoemark 22-1 (Ed Walker) 25 ran
Forecast:
5-1 Seet (GB), 8-1 Glyfada (IRE), 10-1 Darn Hot Gallop (GB), 11-1 Rosa Inglesa (GB), Symbol of Majesty (GB), 12-1 Bintaziza (IRE), Quiet Mutiny (IRE), 16-1 Green Carrera (GB), Repel (GB), 18-1 Crownright (GB), She Commands (IRE), Zooming (GB), 20-1 Hope Queen (IRE), 22-1 Dream Camp (IRE), Mixed Feelings (IRE), Passing Thought (GB), 25-1 Mubasimah (IRE), Spinning Around (IRE), 28-1 Awaken (IRE), 33-1 Al Rateel (USA), Harlequin Angel (IRE), Just Call Me Angel (GB), Spinning Lizzie (GB), Thankfully (IRE), 40-1 Brigid’s Well (IRE), Harlequin Breeze (IRE), Lyrics of Life (GB), True Test (GB), 50-1 Blingy’s Sister (IRE), Tavana (GB)
Timeform Summary
Plenty of promising types on show, with preference for SEET who was value for extra when making it back-to-back wins at Doncaster a fortnight ago. She looks a smart prospect and gets the vote on her handicap debut, ahead of Bintaziza who shaped well despite losing her unbeaten record last time. Completing the shortlist are Symbol of Majesty, Darn Hot Gallop and Quiet Mutiny.
1. SEET
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5.35 Sixth Race
Ascot Racecourse is giving a prize of £300 to the lad or girl responsible for the best turned out horse, and a prize of £300 to the lad or girl responsible for the winning horse
The King Edward VII Stakes
(Group 2)
One Mile About Four Furlongs (Approx. 2,400 metres), ROUND COURSE (11f Abt 211yds) For Three Year Old Colts And Geldings
(Class 1) Advertised Total prize fund £250000
(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 79)
Stalls - Inside
Owners Prize Money. Winner £111400, Second £45725, Third £22875, Fourth £11425, Fifth £5725, Sixth £2850. (Penalty Value £141775) A SS
TIMEFORM VIEW Successful on 2 of his 3 starts as a 2-y-o and resumed with a smart effort when scoring in Listed company at Newmarket (1 1/4m) in May Possibly found conditions against him when eighth in the Derby at Epsom and he’s worth another crack at this trip back on drying ground. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 100
KG CE
2 CAUSEWAY (IRE) (27)
41-111 B c Wootton Bassett - Heaven of Heavens (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))
9 2 (128)
MR M. TABOR, D. SMITH & MRS JOHN MAGNIER Ryan Moore AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland
Groom - Bart O’Gorman (Breeder - Coolmore)
Draw 6
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive son of Wootton Bassett who took rise in class in his stride when landing Listed Tetrarch Stakes on penultimate start and extended winning sequence to 4 in Group 3 at the Curragh (1 1/4m) 4 weeks ago. Likely he’ll stay this longer trip and he’s of serious interest in refitted cheekpieces TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 108
3 ECHO OF STARS (IRE) (21)
42-41 B c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Valais Girl (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE))
TIMEFORM VIEW Son of Sea The Stars who was fitted with a tongue strap and didn’t need to improve on previous form to open his account in a Chepstow novice (1 1/4m, good to firm) 3 weeks ago. Did that cosily enough but this demands a sizeable step forward upped markedly in class TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 90
4 GOLDEN STORY (IRE) (27)
1-31 Ch c Lope de Vega (IRE) - October Queen (IRE) (Iffraaj)
9
2 (128)
SHEIKH RASHID DALMOOK AL MAKTOUM Clifford Lee
K. R. BURKE, Leyburn
Groom - Tim Jarvis (Breeder - Rabbah Bloodstock Limited)
Draw 1
TIMEFORM VIEW Well-related colt who was successful on sole start at 2yrs and had clearly derived plenty from his reappearance run in Dee Stakes at Chester when landing Listed Cocked Hat Stakes at Goodwood (11f) 4 weeks ago, proving resolute to edge a tight finish. Better to come and tackles group company.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 102
The King Edward VII Stakes (Group 2) (Class 1) - continued Form Owner
5 VENETIAN PRINCE (GB) (17)
1-22401 Ch c St Mark’s Basilica (FR) - Arabian Queen (IRE) (Dubawi (IRE))
9 2
(128)
MR J. C. SMITH Jason Watson
ANDREW BALDING, Kingsclere Groom - Jason Smitsdorf (Breeder - Littleton Stud) Draw 4
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful colt who was well held in last month’s 2000 Guineas but combination of longer trip/testing ground clearly suited well when taking 16-runner Italian Derby at Milan (11f) 17 days ago. This demands more back on quicker ground but he’s still unexposed at this trip TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 107
KG
6 WATER TO WINE (FR) (23)
11 B c Kingman - Listen In (IRE) (Sea The Stars (IRE))
9 2 (128)
MR GEORGE STRAWBRIDGE William Buick
JOHN & THADY GOSDEN, Newmarket (Breeder - George Strawbridge) Draw 3
TIMEFORM VIEW Son of Kingman who was very impressive when readily landing a Newbury maiden (11f) on debut in April and subjected to no more than hands and heels riding when following up in a Kempton novice 23 days ago. Fascinating runner now pitched into Group 2 company with prospect of plenty more to come. TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 104
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 6
Tongue Strap worn by No. 3. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 2, 5.
Standard Time: 2 mins 35.37 secs
. Secs.
Record Time: 2 mins 24.60 secs by Novellist age 4 wt 9-7 good to firm, 27/07/13
2025: AMILOC 3 9 2 Rossa Ryan 11-8 (Ralph Beckett) 9 ran
Forecast:
6-5 Water To Wine (FR), 2-1 Causeway (IRE), 10-1 Ancient Egypt (IRE), Golden Story (IRE), 16-1 Venetian Prince (GB), 33-1 Echo of Stars (IRE)
Timeform Summary
WATER TO WINE has looked something out of the ordinary in landing each of his 2 starts to date, impressive under hands-and-heels riding when following up his Newbury debut success at Kempton 23 days ago. Remaining with considerable potential, he’s a fascinating runner pitched into pattern company and he earns the vote. Causeway responded generously to pressure when extending his winning run to 4 at the Curragh and is a big threat upped in trip. Golden Story may emerge next best.
1. WATER TO WINE (FR) 2. CAUSEWAY (IRE) 3. GOLDEN STORY (IRE)
6.10 Seventh Race
Ascot Racecourse is giving a prize of £300 to the lad or girl responsible for the best turned out horse, and a prize of £300 to the lad or girl responsible for the winning horse
ThePalaceOfHolyroodhouseStakes (Handicap)
Five Furlongs (5f) (1,000 metres) For Three Year Olds
(Class 2) Advertised Total prize fund £120,000 (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 79)
Stalls - Centre
Owners Prize Money. Winner £48756, Second £24384, Third £12192, Fourth £6096, Fifth £3048, Sixth £1524. (Penalty Value £61848) 13 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS
Form Owner
1 DICKENSIAN (GB) (36)
62333-1 B c Pinatubo (IRE) - Yourtimeisnow (Charm Spirit (IRE))
9 9 (135)
D EXORS OF THE LATE SHEIKH MOHAMMED OBAID Shane Gray KEVIN RYAN, Hambleton
Groom - Farjad Habib (Breeder - Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum) Draw 19
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful juvenile who signed off with a good third in Flying Childers at Doncaster (5f) and advanced his form when reappearing with victory in 10-runner Listed race at York (5f), beating Simplify by 1/2 length. Going to need even more now handicapping off a triple figure mark but it’s possible. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 104
2 MOOJEED (FR) (19)
3215-53 Gr c Dark Angel (IRE) - Sierchik (IRE) (Siyouni (FR))
9 7 (133)
SHEIKH AHMED AL MAKTOUM Mickael Barzalona
FRANCIS-HENRI GRAFFARD, France
Groom - Jessy Delbart (Breeder - R Shaykhutdinov)
Draw 24
TIMEFORM VIEW French colt whose sole success at 2 yrs came in 6f Group 3 at Chantilly in June. Took a big step forward with 1 1/2 lengths third of 5 in Group 3 Prix du Gros-Chene there (5f) 19 days ago. Not out of things on his handicap debut. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 102
D KING POWER RACING CO LTD David Allan TIM EASTERBY, Malton
Groom - Amy Thorpe (Breeder - Newlands House Stud)
TIMEFORM VIEW A three-time 5f winner at 2yrs, making all in York Listed race and Flying Childers at Doncaster for last 2 successes Easy to back and shaped as if the run was needed when 6 1/4 lengths seventh of 10 to Dickensian in Listed race back at York (5f) 36 days ago. Can strip fitter on her handicap debut. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 102
4 TEN CARAT HARRY (GB) (14)
133414 B g Ardad (IRE) - Go On Mary (USA) (Broken Vow (USA))
9 6 (132)
AURA RACING William Carver JAMIE OSBORNE, Upper Lambourn
TIMEFORM VIEW Proved a revelation on the All-Weather during the winter, winning 5 handicaps Found further progress returned to turf when scoring at Newmarket (6f) but not at his best upped to 7f when fourth of 6 in Epsom Listed event. Can bounce back reverted in trip here. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 101
The Palace Of Holyroodhouse Stakes (Handicap) (Class 2) - continued
Form Owner Trainer st lb (lbs)
5 SIRIUS A (IRE) (34
)
2432-15 Br c Palace Pier - Night of Light (IRE) (Sea The Stars (IRE))
9 5 (131)
TEAM VALOR LLC & GARY BARBER Ryan Moore JAMES HORTON, Newmarket
TIMEFORM VIEW Useful colt who was placed in a 6f Group 3 at Kempton and 5f Listed race at Dundalk on polytrack last autumn. Matched that form when making a winning return in conditions race at Wolverhampton (6f) but only a respectable 5 lengths fifth of 10 in Newbury Listed event back on turf since. TFR
6 BA
CIO
(USA) (52)
121-1 Ch c Maclean’s Music (USA) - Katie’s Kiss (USA) (Kantharos (USA))
9 5 (131)
D MY RACEHORSE/SHOCKLEY/HANNA/MESSENGER Juan J. Hernandez WESLEY WARD, USA
Groom - Jose Reveles (Breeder - Torie Gladwell,Cincinnati Equine,Borrowd)
Draw 31
TIMEFORM VIEW Improving US colt who went 3-4 when easily making all in 7-runner claimer at Churchill Downs (5f, firm) on his return in April. Looks to have more to offer now going into handicaps. Shouldn’t be underestimated for Wesley Ward. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 100
7 SANDAL’S SONG (USA) (41)
13-62 Ch c Mendelssohn (USA) - Sandal (USA) (Munnings (USA))
D WATHNAN RACING
GEORGE WEAVER, USA (Breeder - Hunter Valley Farm & Tony Hegarty)
9 4 (130)
James Doyle
Draw 11
TIMEFORM VIEW Made a winning debut at Gulfstream (5f) last May before an excellent third in Norfolk Stakes over C&D last June. Not seen again until April but took a step forward when second of 7 in Listed race at Churchill Downs (5.5f) 41 days ago. Goes handicapping here with even more required.
8 GHOST MODE (IRE) (34)
212-100 Ch c Ghaiyyath (IRE) - Graciebird (IRE) (Camacho)
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 99
9 1 (127)
MR MICHAEL BLENCOWE/MR R GORELL & PTR Dylan Browne McMonagle
TIMEFORM VIEW Raced mainly at 7f last year, landing a maiden at Chester. Much improved when making a winning handicap debut dropped to 6f at Southwell on return but pulled too hard when well held in Ascot Group 3 and Newbury Listed contest since. Hard to fancy on first go over the minimum trip
9 COMICAL POINT (IRE) (18)
TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 96
9 1 (127)
643-332 B c Blue Point (IRE) - Dandy’s Beano (IRE) (Dandy Man (IRE))
TIMEFORM VIEW Campaigned in pattern company following Salisbury debut success at 2 yrs, largely acquitting himself well. On the upgrade switched to handicaps this term, a very good 1/2-length second of 10 to River Spey at Windsor (6f) 18 days ago. Enters calculations nudged up 2lb STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 1/6/2026 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed under pressure. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 96
The Palace Of Holyroodhouse Stakes (Handicap) (Class 2) - continued
Form Owner
10 BAKER BLUE (GB) (95)
1-42410 B g Ardad (IRE) - Divinity (Dutch Art)
9 1 (127)
D MS L MARS & MRS A BRERETON Luke Morris
DYLAN CUNHA, Newmarket
(Breeder - Culworth Grounds,Fortune Bstk & L. Mars)
20
TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved for current yard, impressively making all in 5f Wolverhampton handicap in February Ridden too aggressively when tenth of 13 in Listed race at Chantilly (5.5f, heavy) following month. Freshened up since.
11 SIMPLIFY (IRE) (36)
221-112 B f Profitable (IRE) - Fanrouge (IRE) (Red Clubs (IRE))
9 1 (127)
D MR AHMAD ALKHALLAFI & MR MARC WATERS P. J. McDonald ANDREW BALDING, Kingsclere
Groom - Ruth Inman (Breeder - Mrs Tina Cox)
Draw 18
TIMEFORM VIEW Improving filly who completed a hat-trick in cosy fashion in 14-runner handicap at Thirsk (5f) in April. Bettered that form with very good 1/2-length second of 10 to Dickensian in Listed race at York (5f) last time. Considered back in handicap company. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 96
12 MAY ANGEL (GB) (42
)
9 0 (126) 5156-33 B g Dark Angel (IRE) - May Rose (IRE) (Lawman (FR))
MR IMAD ALSAGAR Oisin Murphy
JOHN & THADY GOSDEN, Newmarket (Breeder - Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd) Draw 4
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful 7f novice winner at 2yrs. Gelded/had breathing operation and much improved this season with excellent third placings in 7f handicaps at Newbury and this track Interesting on first go over 5f and may do better still with tongue tie added. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 95
13 JAZL (IRE) (25)
23-11 B g No Nay Never (USA) - Mummy Bear (IRE) (Kodi Bear (IRE))
9 0 (126)
MR MOHAMMED SULTAN Rossa Ryan
SIMON & ED CRISFORD, Newmarket (Breeder - Bridget Hanbury)
Draw 5
TIMEFORM VIEW Gelded and vastly improved this season, easily landing 6f maiden at Windsor before following up in most impressive style in 12-runner handicap at Leicester (6f) by 2 1/2 lengths from Pilu. Hiked up 10lb but that form is working out well and he’s a major player if not impacted by the low draw TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 95
14 WESTPORT (IRE) (47)
111 B g Blue Point (IRE) - Lady Livius (IRE) (Titus Livius (FR))
TIMEFORM VIEW Upwardly-mobile Blue Point gelding who bagged 6f novices at Lingfield and Leicester in the spring before retaining his unbeaten record in 5f novice at Hamilton last month. Not taken lightly now stepping into handicap company for the first time. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 95
The Palace Of Holyroodhouse Stakes (Handicap) (Class 2) - continued Form Owner
15 GENTLE GEORGE
(GB) (43) 9 0 (126)
6116-0 B c Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Mops Angel (Piccolo) D MRS CAMILLE MACDONALD Gavin Ryan R. MIKE SMITH, Galston (Breeder - Michael Appleby)
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked a useful prospect for Michael Appleby when winning 5f maiden at Sandown and 6f novice at Haydock in September. Only tenth of 12 in handicap at Chester for his new yard last month though and appears up against it in this tougher race. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 95
1
6
EXCLAMATION (IRE)
(36) 8 13 (125)
50-0010 Gr c Acclamation - Amanda (FR) (Kendargent (FR)) D FOXHILLS RACING LIMITED Ashley Lewis (5) GRACE HARRIS, Shirenewton
Grooms - Paul Gallagher & Lisa Mitchell (Breeder - A V Bloodstock)
Draw 6
TIMEFORM VIEW Doncaster novice winner at 2 yrs who got firmly back on track when making all in 5f handicap at Chester in May Faced stiff task when ninth of 10 to Dickensian in Listed race at York (5f) 36 days ago. Cheekpieces added but this looks even tougher TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 94
17
IPANEMA QUEEN (IRE) (16)
501-204 B f Sands of Mali (FR) - No More Thrills (Dutch Art)
8 13 (125)
D STONESTREET STABLES LLC/AMO RACING LTD David Egan
ROBSON DE AGUIAR, Ireland
Groom - Marcelo Soares (Breeder - Rathbride Farm)
w 29
TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times for Adrian Murray in 2025, signing off with 5f Listed win at Dundalk in October. Best of her 3 runs for new yard this season when fourth of 12 in handicap at the Curragh (5f) 16 days ago. This demands another jolt of improvement however.
1
8
GOLD DIGGER (IRE) (18)
16-1 B f Starman - Beignet (IRE) (Canford Cliffs (IRE))
PHIL CUNNINGHAM
HHHII Official BHA Rating 94
8 13 (125)
Saffie Osborne
RICHARD SPENCER, Newmarket (Breeder - Randolf Stevens Ltd)
Draw 10
TIMEFORM VIEW Starman filly created a fine impression when successful on debut at Yarmouth (6f) and travelled well long way when sixth in the Albany here last June. Returned from a year off with an easy victory in 10-runner novice at Windsor (6f) 18 days ago and capable of better still now handicapping.
19 BLACK STAR BOY (IRE) (36)
TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 94
8
12 (124)
610-16 B g Starman - Chatham Islands (USA) (Elusive Quality (USA))
D TBT RACING
ED WALKER, Upper Lambourn (Breeder - Lynn Lodge Stud)
Kieran Shoemark
Draw 17
TIMEFORM VIEW Took a major step forward dropped in trip when making a successful return in 5f Newbury handicap in April. Not seen to best effect (hampered over 1f out) when sixth of 10 to Dickensian in Listed race at York (5f) since and worth another chance for his in-form yard. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 14/5/2026 it was reported that the horse suffered interference in running.
TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 93
The Palace Of Holyroodhouse Stakes (Handicap) (Class 2) - continued
Form Owner
20 CALICO BLUE (GB) (56)
311-2 B c Calyx - Queen of York (IRE) (Pride of Dubai (AUS))
8 12 (124)
MR MICHAEL D’ARCY Ray Dawson
ROGER VARIAN, Newmarket
Groom - Giovanni Virde (Breeder - Genesis Green Stud Ltd)
9
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed a pair of 6f Chester novice events last summer, latterly in very convincing fashion. Off 10 months but continued on the up with 3/4-length second of 9 to Black Star Boy in handicap at Sandown (5f) in April. Capable of further progress and well in the mix.
21 MISS YECHANCE (IRE) (105)
BHA Rating 93
8 10 (122)
42-1542 Ch f Cotai Glory - Rosie Bassett (Wootton Bassett) D AL LEITH RACING CLUB Silvestre De Sousa
K. R. BURKE, Leyburn
Groom - Emma Kettlewell (Breeder - Tally-Ho Stud)
Draw 23
TIMEFORM VIEW Fairly useful filly who bagged 5f handicap at Meydan in January and ended her time for A Cintra & Julio Olascoaga with a fair second of 14 in 6f minor event there in March. No surprise to see her take a step forward for Karl Burke after a break TFRHHHII Official BHA
22
DAZZLING HAZE (GB) (19)
1015-51 Ch f A’Ali (IRE) - Walaaa (IRE) (Exceed And Excel (AUS))
91
8 10 (122)
DANIEL MACAULIFFE & ANOJ DON Tom Marquand ROBERT COWELL, Newmarket
Groom - Laura Gardner (Breeder - D. R. Tucker)
TIMEFORM VIEW Bagged a pair of 5f nurseries for Simon & Ed Crisford. Advanced her form on just her second start for current yard with victory in 12-runner handicap at Thirsk (5f) 19 days ago. Up 6lb but she could well have more to offer TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 91
23 SOVEREIGN SPELL (IRE) (48)
0D3-110 B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Dalanijujo (IRE) (Night of Thunder (IRE))
AMO RACING LIMITED
KEVIN PHILIPPART DE FOY, Newmarket
Groom - Sandeep Pawar (Breeder - Christopher Hirst)
8 9 (121)
Rowan Scott
Draw 27
TIMEFORM VIEW Looked on the up when landing 6f Wolverhampton maiden and handicap at Newmarket this spring. Not at her best when 2 3/4 lengths seventh of 11 to Ten Carat Harry at Newmarket (6f) last time though. Bounce back required. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 90
24 TRICKY TEL (GB) (6) 8 9 (121)
504-311 B g Ubettabelieveit (IRE) - Ardbrae Tara (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))(in 6lb ex) D HEWITT, OWEN & PARTNER Toby Moore (7) HUGO PALMER, Malpas
TIMEFORM VIEW On the up in handicaps this season and he followed up his 6f Hamilton success with a stylish victory back at 5f in 10-runner event at Chester 6 days ago. No forlorn hope under a penalty in his hat-trick bid.
TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 84 (+5)
The Palace Of Holyroodhouse Stakes (Handicap) (Class 2) - continued Form Owner
25 CHERRY BAKER (GB) (20)
551-012 B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Butsova (IRE) (Dansili)
THE GREDLEY FAMILY
8 8 (120)
Cieren Fallon
JAMES OWEN, Newmarket
(Breeder - Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd)
TIMEFORM VIEW Produced a useful effort when bagging 6f Chester handicap in May and bettered that form off a 5lb higher mark when second of 11 there (6f) 20 days ago. Likely better still to come. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 89
2
6
STARGAZED (GB)
(35) 8 8 (120)
6415-2 B f Zoustar (AUS) - Beyond Desire (Invincible Spirit (IRE)) D CLIPPER
TIMEFORM VIEW Landed 5f Ripon maiden last summer and not disgraced when fifth in Prix d’Arenberg at Longchamp (5f) after Off 8 months but greatly improved on her handicap debut with second of 17 at York (5f) last month. Not out of things despite a 3lb rise. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 89 (+1)
27 STARMADE (IRE) (49)
321-31 B c Starman - Emadee (IRE) (Zebedee)
8 7 (119)
D MR PAUL MCEWEN Harry Davies
ED DUNLOP, Newmarket
Groom - Stephen Nicholson (Breeder - Michael Staunton) Draw 30
TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive 5f winner at 2 yrs and continued on an upward curve with a comfortable victory in 8-runner handicap at Newcastle (6f) last month. Hiked up 8lb but further improvement is likely. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 88
28 ZELAINA (GB) (300)
1000- B f Mehmas (IRE) - Atlantic Drift (Oasis Dream)
8 7 (119)
D WATHNAN RACING Pierre-Louis Jamin
K. R. BURKE, Leyburn
Groom - Sophie Clements (Breeder - Newsells Park Stud)
Draw 14
TIMEFORM VIEW Expensive breeze-up buy looked an excellent prospect when a debut winner of 5f Nottingham maiden and again showed bags of speed when eighth in the Queen Mary over C&D last June. Well below par both subsequent runs though, so needs to hit the ground running on her first start for 10 months TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 88
Result: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
Distances: 1-2 2-3 Time: Min . Secs.
NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 28
Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 12 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 16.
Tongue Strap worn by No. 2, 9.
Standard Time: 1 min 1.50 secs
Record Time: 5744 secs by Miss Andretti age 6 wt 9-1 good to firm, 19/06/07
2025: ADRESTIA 3 8 12 Oisin Murphy 10-1 (Simon & Ed Crisford) 24 ran
Forecast:
7-1 Gold Digger (IRE), 8-1 Westport (IRE), 11-1 Dickensian (GB), 12-1 Bacio (USA), 28-1 Moojeed (FR), 14-1 Calico Blue (GB), Jazl (IRE), May Angel (GB), Sandal’s Song (USA), Stargazed (GB), Simplify (IRE), 16-1SiriusA(IRE),18-1BlackStarBoy(IRE),22-1ComicalPoint(IRE),GhostMode(IRE),MissYechance(IRE), 25-1 Cherry Baker (GB), Revival Power (IRE), Sovereign Spell (IRE), Starmade (IRE), Tricky Tel (GB), 28-1DazzlingHaze(GB),IpanemaQueen(IRE),Zelaina(GB),33-1BakerBlue(GB),TenCaratHarry(GB), 50-1 Exclamation (IRE), 100-1 Gentle George (GB)
Timeform Summary
Simon and Ed Crisford took this 12 months ago and are fancied to repeat the trick with JAZL who has been transformed since being gelded and still looks well ahead of his mark despite being hiked up 10lb for a most impressive handicap debut success at Leicester. George Boughey’s unbeaten handicap debutant Westport is next on the list in his bid to go 4-4, while Calico Blue, Gold Digger and Black Star Boy also look to have more to offer in this ultra-competitive sprint.
1. JAZL (IRE)
2. WESTPORT (IRE)
3. CALICO BLUE
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Race Conditions
First Race 2 30 - THE ALBANY STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) (see page 34)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code; £70887 to the winning horse The second to receive £26875, the third £13450, the fourth £6700, the fifth £3362 and the sixth £1687; for two yrs old fillies only; SIX FURLONGS (6f) (1,200 metres); Enter by noon, June 13th and pay £1250 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 17th. Weights: 9st 2lb each; ASCOT RACECOURSE LIMITED will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a Challenge Cup will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until May next year. The lad or girl in charge of the best turned out horse and the winning horse in this race will each receive a prize of £300 All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BEYOND. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. 37 entries at £1250. - Closed June 13th, 2026
Second Race 3.05 - THE COMMONWEALTH CUP (CLASS 1) (Group 1) (see page 40)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code; £396970 to the winning horse The second to receive £150500, the third £75320, the fourth £37520, the fifth £18830 and the sixth £9450; for three yrs old colts and fillies only; SIX FURLONGS (6f) (1,200 metres); Enter by noon, April 28th and pay £3060 stake, Scratch by noon, May 26th or pay £3500, Confirm by noon, June 13th and pay £2190, Supplementary Entry by noon, June 13th and pay £46000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 17th. Weights: Colts 9st 2lb; fillies 8st 13lb NOTE: Horses will only be eligible to run in this race provided that they have a current BHA Handicap Rating of 80 or higher at midday of the confirmation stage Horses which do not qualify for a rating may also be eligible providing the BHA Handicapper is satisfied that the horse’s racecourse performances up to and including the day before confirmation merit a provisional assessment of 80 or higher Horses which have not run will not be eligible. Southern Hemisphere Allowance 10lb; ASCOT RACECOURSE LIMITED will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a Challenge Cup will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until May next year The lad or girl in charge of the best turned out horse and the winning horse in this race will each receive a prize of £300. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/ logo of BEYOND. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. (No confirmation of entry is required for Supplementary entries). The winning horse in the 2026 Pavilion Stakes (Class 1) (Listed Race), staged at Ascot on 1 May, 2026, will receive an automatic entry at the initial entry stage to the Commonwealth Cup (Class 1) (Group 1) on 19 June, 2026. This is on the proviso that, should the horse remain in and be eligible for the 2026 Commonwealth Cup (Class 1) (Group 1) after any stages that follow the initial entry stage, the owner shall be liable to meet all payments due thereafter. Please note that this does not guarantee a place in the final field for the 2026 Commonwealth Cup (Class 1) (Group 1) and the horse will be subject to the usual elimination procedure under the Elimination and Balloting Procedures of the Race Administration Code. In the event of a dead-heat, both horses, if qualified as above, will receive an automatic entry to the 2026 Commonwealth Cup (Class 1) (Group 1). PLEASE NOTE: Any supplementary entry fees will not be added to the TPF, but instead will be used to support the increases in Class 1 Minimum Values 56 entries, 17 at £3060, 14 at £6560, 25 at £8750. - Closed April 28th, 2026
Third Race 3 40 - THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH STAKES (CLASS 2 HANDICAP) (GBBPLUS RACE) (see page 46)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code; £61848 to the winning horse The second to receive £29004, the third £14508, the fourth £7248, the fifth £3624 and the sixth £1812; for three yrs old and upwards, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions); ONE MILE about FOUR FURLONGS (2,300 metres) Swinley (11f abt 211yds); Enter by noon, June 13th and pay £600 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 17th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 12lb Penalties, after June 6th, 2026, for each race won 3yo 6lb; 4yo to 6yo 5lb; 7yo and up 4lb; ASCOT RACECOURSE LIMITED will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a Challenge Cup will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until May next year The lad or girl in charge of the best turned out horse and the winning horse in this race will each receive a prize of £300. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BEYOND. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. The British Horseracing Authority will amend paragraphs 28 to 32 of the Weights and Handicapping Code and the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code in the event that raising of the weights at the 24-hour stage proves necessary. This race will be restricted to 19 runners plus three reserves The three reserves will be nominated as R20, R21 and R22 The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which appears in the important notices following the Standard Conditions on the Racing Bulletin area of the BHA Racing Administration Internet site www2.racingadmin.co.uk. Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they must notify the Racing Calendar Office immediately when the decision has been made not to run. This will maximise the list of runners and determine whether the weights will need to be raised. The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code and the Division of Races section of the Race Administration Code of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. The British Horseracing Authority has authorised that the maximum number of runners in this race shall be determined by the normal Safety Factor applicable for the race and that a reduced Field Size Limit shall not apply PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 38 entries at £600 - Closed June 13th, 2026 Fourth Race 4 20 - THE CORONATION STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 1) (see page 52) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code; £396970 to the winning horse The second to receive £150500, the third £75320, the fourth £37520, the fifth £18830 and the sixth £9450; for three yrs old fillies only; OLD MILE (7f abt 213yds) (1,500 metres); Enter by noon, April 28th and pay £3060 stake, Scratch by noon, May 26th or pay £3500, Confirm by noon, June 13th and pay £2190, Supplementary Entry by noon, June 13th and pay £46000 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 17th. Weights: 9st 2lb each NOTE: Horses will only be eligible to run in this race provided that they have a current BHA Handicap Rating of 80 or higher at midday of the confirmation stage. Horses which do not qualify for a rating may also be eligible providing the BHA Handicapper is satisfied that the horse’s racecourse performances up to and including the day before confirmation merit a provisional assessment of 80 or higher. Horses which have not run will not be eligible.; ASCOT RACECOURSE LIMITED will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In
addition, a Challenge Cup will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until May next year. The lad or girl in charge of the best turned out horse and the winning horse in this race will each receive a prize of £300 All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BEYOND. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. THERE WILL BE A PARADE FOR THIS RACE. Runners will be paraded in the order requested by the Managing Executive on the day. The Ascot Racecourse Executive reserves the right to transfer this race to the Royal Hunt Cup Course. (No confirmation of entry is required for Supplementary entries). This race forms part of a Churchill Downs “Wild Card” Scheme. For full details see the notice posted on BHA Racing Admin headed “Churchill Downs ‘Wild Card’ Scheme”. The winning horse in the German 1,000 Guineas (Group 2) at Dusseldorf on 31 May, 2026, will receive an automatic entry at the initial entry stage to the Coronation Stakes (Class 1) (Group 1) on 19 June, 2026. This is on the proviso that, should the horse remain in and be eligible for the 2026 Coronation Stakes after any stages that follow the initial entry stage, the owner shall be liable to meet all payments due thereafter Please note that this does not guarantee a place in the final field for the 2026 Coronation Stakes and the horse will be subject to the usual elimination procedure under the Elimination and Balloting Procedures of the Race Administration Code. In the event of a dead-heat, both horses, if qualified as above, will receive an automatic entry to the 2026 Coronation Stakes PLEASE NOTE: Any supplementary entry fees will not be added to the TPF, but instead will be used to support the increases in Class 1 Minimum Values 53 entries, 28 at £3060, 15 at £6560, 10 at £8750. - Closed April 28th, 2026
Fifth Race 5.00 - THE SANDRINGHAM STAKES (CLASS 2 FILLIES’ HANDICAP) (see page 56)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code; £61848 to the winning horse The second to receive £29004, the third £14508, the fourth £7248, the fifth £3624 and the sixth £1812; for three yrs old fillies only, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions); ONE MILE (1,600 metres)Royal Hunt Cup Course (8f); Enter by noon, June 13th and pay £600 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 17th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 6th, 2026, for each race won 6lb; ASCOT RACECOURSE LIMITED will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a Challenge Cup will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until May next year The lad or girl in charge of the best turned out horse and the winning horse in this race will each receive a prize of £300. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/ logo of BEYOND. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. The Ascot Racecourse Executive reserves the right to transfer this race to the Old Mile Course. The British Horseracing Authority will amend paragraphs 28 to 32 of the Weights and Handicapping Code and the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code in the event that raising of the weights at the 24-hour stage proves necessary This race will be restricted to 30 runners plus three reserves The three reserves will be nominated as R31, R32 and R33 The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves ’ which appears in the important notices following the Standard Conditions on the Racing Bulletin area of the BHA Racing Administration Internet site www2.racingadmin.co.uk. Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they must notify the Racing Calendar Office immediately when the decision has been made not to run. This will maximise the list of runners and determine whether the weights will need to be raised. The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code and the Division of Races section of the Race Administration Code of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 42 entries at £600 -
Closed June 13th, 2026
Sixth Race 5.35 - THE KING EDWARD VII STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 2) (see page 64)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code; £141775 to the winning horse The second to receive £53750, the third £26900, the fourth £13400, the fifth £6725 and the sixth £3375; for three yrs old colts and geldings only; ONE MILE about FOUR FURLONGS (2,300 metres)Swinley (11f abt 211yds); Enter by noon, June 13th and pay £2500 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 17th. Weights: 9st 2lb each Penalties, after August 31st, 2025, a winner of a Group 1 race 3lb; ASCOT RACECOURSE LIMITED will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a Challenge Cup will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until May next year The lad or girl in charge of the best turned out horse and of the winning horse in this race will each receive a prize of £300. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BEYOND. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. (No confirmation of entry is required for Supplementary entries). 16 entries at £2500. - Closed June 13th, 2026 Seventh Race 6.10 - THE PALACE OF HOLYROODHOUSE (CLASS 2 HANDICAP) (see page 66)
Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code; £61848 to the winning horse The second to receive £29004, the third £14508, the fourth £7248, the fifth £3624 and the sixth £1812; for three yrs old only, Rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions); FIVE FURLONGS (5f) (1,000 metres); Enter by noon, June 13th and pay £600 stake, Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 17th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 6th, 2026, for each race won 6lb; ASCOT RACECOURSE LIMITED will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey In addition, a Challenge Cup will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until May next year The lad or girl in charge of the best turned out horse and the winning horse in this race will each receive a prize of £300. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of BEYOND. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. This race will be restricted to 28 runners plus three reserves The three reserves will be nominated as R29, R30 and R31. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which has been published in The Racing Calendar and which also appears in the important notices following the Standard Conditions on the Racing Bulletin area of the BHA Racing Administration Internet site www.racingadmin.co.uk. The British Horseracing Authority will amend the Weights and Handicapping Code in the event that raising of the weights at the 24-hour stage proves necessary. Trainers are reminded of the provisions of paragraph 41 of the Race Entry Code which require that they must notify the Racing Calendar Office immediately when the decision has been made not to run and determine whether the weights will need to be raised. The British Horseracing Authority has modified the Declaration of Jockey section of the Race Entries Code and the Division of Races section of the Race Administration Code of the Rules of Racing for the purposes of this race. PLEASE NOTE: In accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of the Weights and Handicapping Code a horse must have run three times or more in order to qualify to run in this race. 38 entries at £600. - Closed June 13th, 2026
Royal Ascot Fourth Day Friday 19th June 2026
Ascot Board of Directors
Sir Francis Brooke Bt o
(Chairman and His Majesty’s Representative)
Harry Morley o
Lady Celina Carter o
Lisa Perrin o
Felicity Barnard o*†
Stewards
Chief Steward Shaun Parker
Stewards’ Panel Chair Allan Hepworth
Stewards Steve Drowne & Richard Westropp
Officials
Director of Racing and Public Affairs
Nick Smith LVO
Head of Racing and Clerk of the Course
Chris Stickels
Assistant Clerk of the Course
Keith Ottesen
Starters
Robert Supple, James Stenning & Sophia Upton
Judges
David Hicks & Guy Lewis
Veterinary Officers
Amy Hawthorn, Howard Newitt, Stuart Thone, Sally Bainton, Graham Potts
Clerks of the Scales
Graham Ford & Robert Cuthbert
Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers
Will Seely, Darren Stone, Vince McKevitt, Christine Hannaford, Kelly Corke, Sam Davies, Suzanne Feltham, Helena Swarbrick, Carol Leggett, Christopher Maiden, Mark Lashley
Ian McGregor CVO o*†
Nick Smith LVO o*†
Jonathan Parker o*
Tom Johnson*
Sam Thompson*
Christopher Collard †
Assistant Steward Kate Smith
Raceday Assistants Gwen Thomas & Ben Ford
Handicapper
James Norris
Medical Officers
Dr Peter Johnson, Dr Fionna Moore, Dr Henry Knott, Dr Amy Lambert, Dr Guy Mitchell, Dr Ramy Saker
Veterinary Surgeons
Simon Knapp, CVO, BVetMed,BSc, MRCVS
Bobby McEwen, BVSc, MRCVS
Clive Hamblin, BVetMed, MRCVS
Jamie Knapp, BVSc, MRCVS
Ian Wright, BVSc, MRCVS
Commentators
Stewart Machin & Alex Fussey
Betting Ring Managers
Andrew Boardley, Andy Collins, Sarah Woodborne, Mike Oxley, Grant Newman
