Royal Ascot Racecard - Saturday 21st June by Weatherbys

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10.30am – Gates Open

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 prize money of over £10 million, Royal Ascot stages seven top-class Flat races each day contested by the world’s finest racehorses. Today’s opener is the Listed Chesham Stakes, a seven-furlong contest for two-year-olds.

3.40pm – Feature Race

A parade of runners will take place before the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes in front of the Grandstand. This top-level sprint over six furlongs features some of the fastest horses in the world and is worth £1 million in prize money

6.10pm – Last Race

The final race today is Britain’s longest Flat race. The Queen Alexandra Stakes is run over a testing two miles, five and a half furlongs and, as is tradition, brings the curtain down on the Royal Meeting.

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 *Scan for Map

Village Enclosure – Loren Bar

Windsor Enclosure – Danedream Bar

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 Lookbook 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.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla attended their first Royal Ascot as King and Queen in 2023, 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

This year, prize money at the Royal Meeting is once again in excess of £10 million. With eight Group 1 races and a total of 22 Pattern or Listed level events throughout the five days, Royal Ascot continues to deliver quality fields and world-class contenders from all over the world.

We

Trophy Presenters

are delighted to welcome the following here today

The Chesham Stakes

Presentation by Mr Rudolph Walker CBE

Rudolph Walker is a Trinidadian-British actor of British stage and screen. After moving to the UK in 1960, he became one of the first black actors to gain mainstream success. He is best known for his roles in Love Thy Neighbour (1970s) and, from 2001 to the present, as Patrick Trueman in EastEnders. Other credits include The Thin Blue Line and The Crouches. On his 70th birthday, he founded The Rudolph Walker Foundation to inspire and support young people through mentorship and positive activities and was awarded a CBE in 2020 for services to drama and charity

The Hardwicke Stakes

Presentation by Her Royal Highness Princess Eugenie

The Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes

Presentation by Her Majesty The Queen

The Jersey Stakes Presentation by Mrs Victoria Smurfit

Victoria Smurfit is an Irish actress who most recently starred in the critically acclaimed Disney+ series Rivals as Maud O’Hara, for which she was nominated for Best Actress at the Irish Film & Television Awards. Television credits include Once Upon a Time, Bloodlands, The Man Who Fell to Earth, Around The World in 80 Days, Strike Back, Marcella, Ballykissangel and Cold Feet. Film credits include The Lears, About a Boy, Best Fake Friends and Among Ravens. Victoria has also performed in seasons with the Royal Shakespeare Company and Bristol Old Vic, and most recently performed as lead in Ghosts at the Lyric Theatre.

The Wokingham Stakes Presentation by Mr Brian Lara

Brian Lara, a cricketing icon, is hailed as one of the greatest batsmen in history. The stylish left-hander debuted for the West Indies in 1990 and amassed 11,953 Test runs during an incredible career. In 1994, he was named BBC Overseas Sports Personality of the Year and became one of Wisden’s Cricketers of the Year in 1995. Brian captained the West Indies to ICC Champions Trophy glory in 2004. He still holds the records for the highest individual scores in both Test (400*) and first-class (501*) cricket. Since retiring, Brian has pursued roles in coaching, media and motivational speaking.

The Golden Gates Stakes

Presentation by Mr Michael Halford

Michael Halford began training in the early 1980s and quickly rose to become one of Ireland’s top trainers. He trained winners both on the Flat and over Jumps, including a Group 1 victory in the Racing Post Trophy with Casamento. He attracted elite owners like the Aga Khan and Sheikh Mohammed. Notably, he enjoyed major success on big stages, including a win at Royal Ascot with Portage, and made his mark at the Dubai Racing Carnival many times, winning the Dubai Gold Cup with Certerach. Michael is also one of the few Irish trainers to have saddled over 1,200 winners.

The Queen Alexandra Stakes

Presentation by Miss Hayley Turner OBE

Hayley Turner is a retired English Flat racing jockey who made significant strides for women in the sport. Beginning her career in 2000, she quickly rose through the ranks, becoming joint Champion Apprentice in 2005. Turner made history in 2008 by becoming the first British woman to ride 100 winners in a calendar year and secured her first Group 1 victory in 2011 aboard Dream Ahead in the July Cup. She has ridden four winners here at Royal Ascot and achieved her 1,000th win in July 2024 before retiring in April 2025 after announcing she was expecting her first child.

Race Histories

2.30pm The Chesham Stakes (Listed)

Named after the third Baron Chesham, who was the last Master of the Buckhounds from 1900 to 1901. First run in 1919, the Chesham Stakes replaced the first leg of the Triennial Stakes, which had been run over five furlongs for two-year-olds. Now a Listed contest, the race takes place over the longer distance of seven furlongs and is restricted to youngsters whose sire has won over ten furlongs or further. It was won in 2019 by the champion two-year-old that year, Pinatubo, in a track record time.

3.05pm The Hardwicke Stakes (Group 2)

Named after the fifth Earl of Hardwicke, Master of the Buckhounds between 1874 and 1879, the race was first run in 1879. The Group 2 contest continues to attract the best older middle-distance horses and is often an informative guide to the King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes in July. It is run with no Group 1 or 2 winners’ penalties as a quasi-Group 1 race with top level horses regularly competing.

3.40pm

The Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes (Group 1)

First run in 1868, this six-furlong contest was originally named after Lord Cork, another Master of the Buckhounds, and known as the Cork and Orrery Stakes. Royal Ascot’s most prestigious sprint was given a new name – the Golden Jubilee Stakes - and elevated to Group 1 status to celebrate The Queen’s Golden Jubilee in 2002. It then assumed the mantle of the Diamond Jubilee Stakes and the Platinum Jubilee Stakes for subsequent celebrations. In 2023 it was permanently renamed in memory of Queen Elizabeth II, as the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes. Now worth £1 million in prize money, it is routinely won by some of the best sprinters in the world.

4.20pm The Jersey Stakes (Group 3)

The Jersey Stakes replaced the second leg of the Triennial Stakes in 1919. Named after the fourth Earl of Jersey, who was the Master of the Buckhounds between 1782 and 1783, this specialist seven-furlong contest is framed for three-year-olds who have often competed at the top level, including in the Guineas.

5.00pm

The Wokingham Stakes (Heritage Handicap)

The inaugural running of the Wokingham Stakes took place in 1813, making this race the oldest handicap at Royal Ascot. This famous sprint is named after the market town seven miles from Ascot Racecourse, and the first dual winner was appropriately also named Wokingham (1881 and 1882). Over the years, the race has developed a reputation as a fiercely competitive handicap and one of the major betting heats of the season.

5.35pm

The Golden Gates Stakes (Handicap)

The penultimate contest at Royal Ascot was among the six prizes added to the race programme in 2020. The Golden Gates are the ceremonial entrance point as the Royal Procession arrives at the top of Ascot’s famous Straight Mile. Queen Elizabeth II graciously consented to the race title which is run over a mile and a quarter for three-year-olds only. The inaugural running proved a high-class contest with the winner, Highland Chief, subsequently being placed at Group 2 level.

6.10pm

The Queen Alexandra Stakes (Conditions)

Run over the marathon trip of two-and-three-quarter miles, the Queen Alexandra Stakes is not only the longest race of the meeting, but also the longest contest run under Flat racing rules. Named after the consort of King Edward VII, the race was first run in 1864 as the Alexandra Plate over three miles. It will always be associated with Brown Jack, arguably Royal Ascot’s greatest equine legend, who won the race on six consecutive occasions between 1929 and 1934. The Queen Alexandra Stakes always closes the meeting and, perhaps because of its extreme distance in a time when so much emphasis is on speed, it has become a national institution and is affectionately supported by regulars.

Racing Staff Week

Racing Welfare’s Racing Staff Week campaign, which launches today and runs until Friday 27th June, celebrates the passion, skill and dedication of staff in all roles across the horse racing industry.

There are more than 20,000 people directly employed by the horse racing industry, in roles such as stud and stable staff; breeders; trainers; administrators and, of course, racecourse staff - many of whom you will have seen across Royal Ascot this week. In fact, it takes more than 3,000 members of staff to deliver the Royal Meeting - and that does not include all the horsemen and women who prepare and travel their horses to Berkshire to take part in the world-class racing on show across the week.

Racing Welfare is the sport’s primary human welfare charity, offering holistic wellbeing support services to all of racing’s people.

The charity spearheads the Racing Staff Week campaign to shine a light on all the amazing people working hard, and often behind the scenes, to keep the racing show on the road.

Generously supported by Betfair and now in its ninth year, Racing Staff Week will include a range of events and activities to bring racing’s community together including rounders matches, barbecues and an inclusive photography competition. Racing Welfare staff will also be at several racecourses across the country raising awareness of the charity’s wellbeing support services and promoting upcoming community activity

To find out more about Racing Welfare and how you can support the charity’s future work visit racingwelfare.co.uk or search ‘Racing Welfare’ on social media.

THE ROYAL PROCESSION

A Regal Tradition Through the Ages

Each summer, the grounds of Ascot Racecourse transform into a stage for one of Britain’s most cherished traditions - the Royal Procession. More than a ceremonial pageant, it is a living symbol of monarchy, heritage, and the unbreakable bond between the Royal Family and the sport of kings. This regal display, virtually unchanged since its inception in 1825, continues to enthral racegoers and reinforce the timeless grandeur of Royal Ascot.

The roots of this spectacular tradition stretch back to 1711 when Queen Anne founded Ascot as a venue for “horses fit for kings.” Yet it wasn’t until the reign of George IV that the Royal Procession as we know it today came to be. It was during his reign, in 1825, that the first Royal Procession took place - a moment choreographed with theatrical finesse by William Wellesley-Pole. On 31st May 1825, the King, accompanied by the Duke of Wellington, led four other coaches with members of the royal party from Windsor Castle to Ascot - a tradition that has endured two centuries.

The Royal Procession is more than ceremonial - it’s deeply personal for the Royal Family. Queen Elizabeth II’s affinity for Royal Ascot was legendary. Andrew Lloyd Webber reinforces this sentiment: “Everybody knew that that was her real passion - racing.”

John Warren, the late Queen’s long-time bloodstock and racing adviser, shares how “the Queen was unbelievably knowledgeable,” often referencing horse breeding and reading the Racing Post cover to cover. Her passion and expertise bore fruit in 2013 when her filly, Estimate, won the Gold Cup, making her the first reigning monarch to do so as an owner. Warren recalls, “When she passed the post, it brought the house down… The Queen was really, really excited It was a day to remember.”

Following Queen Elizabeth II’s passing, her son King Charles III and Queen Camilla have carried forward this storied legacy. In 2023, the new monarch made his debut in the Royal Procession, greeted by an ecstatic crowd. “The crowd went completely crazy,” says Madeleine Lloyd Webber of the moment. That same year, Desert Hero, a horse bred by the late Queen, delivered an emotional victory under the royal colours. “To actually have a winner in the King’s first year was quite remarkable,” said Warren, adding, “The King welled up, tears in his eyes, and the Queen burst into tears.”

William Haggas underscored the poignancy of the win: “To do it at Royal Ascot with a homebred of the late Queen’s - it doesn’t get better than that.”

From the flags waved by spectators to the thunderous cheers that greet each arrival, the Royal Procession continues to captivate. “Every box, every stand, every blade of grass is full of people watching the procession,” says Warren. The sense of pageantry is unmistakable - “It’s such an extraordinary sight,” Lloyd Webber remarks.

In recent years, the Royal Procession has had occasions where it’s looked different to the norm. Perhaps the most famous example was 20 years ago, when Royal Ascot was held at York due to the redevelopment of the Grandstand – the first time the Procession had ventured outside Berkshire. A special, poignant moment, described by the Duke of Devonshire, Her Majesty’s Representative at Ascot, as “one of the most significant racing events in living memory, something very special and a moment of history.”

Then there was the only time the Royal Procession was held outside Royal Ascot week. In the year 2000, six days before the late Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother’s 100th birthday, a special Procession was arranged for July, on the day of the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes – the race that had been named in her honour since it was first run in 1951, created to establish an important middle-distance race recognised internationally. The contest was won in some style by the mercurial Montjeu, a majestic performance to match an occasion that broke from all tradition, yet heralded that familiar, unmatched sense of celebration.

As Ascot marks the 200th anniversary of the Royal Procession this year, its resonance feels stronger than ever. It remains an iconic symbol of British tradition - a bridge between royalty and the public, sport and spectacle, past and present.

Whichever enclosure it’s watched from, racegoers are not just witnessing an event; they are part of living history. What began in 1825 as a carefully choreographed spectacle has become a cherished tradition, while retaining its original purpose.

The Royal Procession at Ascot is not just a journey down the Ascot turf, but a timeless passage through heritage, memory, and pride - a pageant of continuity in an ever-changing world.

This year at the Royal Meeting, visitors to the Queen Anne Enclosure are invited to see one of the landaus from the Royal Procession on the ground floor of the Grandstand. There will also be footage from last year’s Procession, captured from on-board the lead carriage, giving visitors a first-person perspective on what it’s like to ride in the Procession.

Insuring Greatness

Official Partner of Royal Ascot and Principal Partner of The British & Irish Lions.

Sustainability at Royal Ascot

At Ascot Racecourse, we are committed to reducing the environmental impact of our events and are constantly adapting our operations to become more sustainable. Our ‘Racing To Zero’ identity governs everything and we have the ambition of being net-zero by 2040

The Dream Horse: An Upcycled Community Art Installation

We are showcasing our sustainability work during Royal Ascot through The Dream Horse, an inclusive art installation created in partnership with Busy Buttons CORE Charity. This inspiring project was led by Louella and Lautaro Fernandez-Lempiainen with 66 young people with special needs across local schools also working on the installation at hands-on workshops.

The final piece is made from recycled materials sourced directly from Ascot Racecourse, including racecards, wine corks, jockey silks, horse decorations and riding equipment. It is available to view in the Grandstand and after Royal Ascot, the full version will be unveiled at our Racing to Zero Summer Mile Weekend on 11th and 12th July and will remain on display throughout the summer.

City Harvest

For several years now, we have partnered with City Harvest, a food charity that rescues good food from going to waste. In 2024, Ascot Racecourse provided 4.8 tonnes of surplus food to help thousands of people across London and the South-East experiencing food poverty Over 11,600 meals were delivered to charities feeding their communities.

In recognition of our partnership, City Harvest has a presence in the Village Enclosure today, the world’s first net-zero enclosure on a racecourse. It is also our nominated bucket collector, so please donate if you are able. To find out more about the charity visit: www.cityharvest.org.uk

Retraining of Racehorses Donation

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 – Moments of Joy

3.05pm – Palladium

3.40pm – Storm Boy

4.20pm – Comanche Brave

5.00pm – Aramram

5.00pm – Roosevelt

6.10pm - Sober

LONGINES MINIDOLCEVITA

5f (2yo)

6f (2yo)

7f (2yo)

1m round (2yo)

1m round

1m straight

1m 2f

1m 4f

1m 6f 2m 2m 4f

2m 51/2 f

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

Alpha Centauri - 1 min 35.89 seconds - 2018 Coronation 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

Carmers- 2 mins 59.53 seconds - 2025 Queen’s Vase

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 Timekeeper 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 2025 Flat season. These will be indicated in yellow as the season progresses.

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:

1-4 declared runnersNo place pool

5 & 6 declared runners

7-20 declared runners

21 or more declared runners

1st or 2nd

(void if less than 4 runners)

1st, 2nd or 3rd

(3 places remain if 5 or 6 runners, void if less than 5 runners)

1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th

(4 places remain for 20 or less runners)

Royal Ascot Fashion Design Competition 2025

Building on the success of our annual Royal Ascot Fashion Design Competition, this year we appointed Colours Immortalis consultancy to facilitate a Fashion Design Enrichment Programme across 10 local schools/ colleges for students aged 15yrs+ studying textiles, fashion and/or photography.

The concept is for students to design an outfit to be worn in the Queen Anne Enclosure at Royal Ascot. We were delighted that LK Bennett, Official Sponsor of Royal Ascot, were on board to manufacture the winning entry, which was designed by Sofia Linares, a 15-year-old student from The Abbey School, Reading. Her fabulous design can be seen to the right.

Workshops were held to help build confidence, equip students with transferable skills and gain insight into the real-world design process whilst enhancing their portfolios. This year, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of our Millinery Collective, students were also asked to incorporate one of the hats, as featured at London Fashion Week, into their design. Sofia chose the hat made by ELIURPI.

As part of the prize, Sofia visited LK Bennett’s HQ in London to choose fabrics and learn more about the design process. LK Bennett have again generously offered Sofia work experience in the Autumn –a great stepping stone for this student. Sofia is attending Royal Ascot today with her family to showcase her bespoke outfit.

Soﬁa with Thomasine Jordan at LK Bennett’s HQ, London

How To Read Your Racecard

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

Rosallion won The St James’s Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot in 2024.

Dam

No. of days since last ran

Weight Stones/ lbs (lbs)

Age of horse

7 ROSALLION (IRE) (24)

Damsire

Draw

3 9 2 (128)

1131-21 C B c Blue Point (IRE) - Rosaline (IRE) (New Approach (IRE) SHEIKH MOHAMMED OBAID AL MAKTOUM Sean Levey RICHARD HANNON, Marlborough Breeder - Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum)

TIMEFORM VIEW High-class colt who chased home Notable Speech in 2000 Guineas on his 3-yo reappearance before winning the Irish 2000 Guineas and St James’s Palace at Royal Ascot. Missed the rest of last season due to a setback. TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 122 DRAW

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

Form Guide

Owner

Timeform Star Rating

Official BHA Rating

Trainer and location of training establishment

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.

OF THE LAST 12

WINNERS

HAD ALREADY WON A

RACE 11 OF THE LAST 12 WINNERS WERE RATED 114 OR HIGHER 9 S I N C E 20 00 , 12 WINNERS

4 OF THE LAST 12 WINNERS RAN IN THE 1895 DUKE OF YORK STAKES AT THE DANTE FESTIVAL IN MAY

8 OF THE LAST 12 WINNERS WERE AGED EITHER 4 OR 5 YEARS OLD

THE AVERAGE WINNING STARTING PRICE IN THE LAST 10 Y E A R S 17/1

Feature Race Analysis

The Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes has an illustrious roll of honour, the likes of Black Caviar and Blue Point immediately spring to mind.

Lazzat, a new purchase for Wathnan Racing who must have been purchased for a pretty penny, proved prolific for trainer Jerome Reynier, winning seven of his ten starts. He bolted up in the Group 1 Prix Maurice de Ghees and had the re-opposing Flora Of Bermuda (also representing Wathnan Racing) by four lengths behind him that day. He also got the better of Greenlands winner James’s Delight in France and sets the standard here on European form. Christopher Head’s Topgear is another French raider in the field, but all of his form has been on softer ground.

Storm Boy brings the Australian form to the party. A multiple Group winner for Gai Waterhouse, the Justify colt finished third in the Group 1 Golden Slipper and fourth in the Group 1 Golden Rose. He ran below-par at the Curragh recently but could put his best foot forward here. The other international runner is the Japanese contender Satono Reve. The Japanese have never had a winner at Royal Ascot but their runners are held in high regard around the globe and the six-year-old is respected.

Kevin Ryan’s Inisherin looks the best chance of success for the home team, 4lb clear of the next highest-rated British-trained horse. He travelled powerfully through proceedings when a dominant winner of the Commonwealth Cup at the meeting over course and distance last year and returns to the scene for the first time since. Iberian is the one at a massive price that could outrun his odds but as usual, this is very tricky contest.

2023 & 2024 Winner Khaadem

Top Rated Horses

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3 .0 5 p m Th e Ha rd wi ck e St ak e s ( Gr ou p 2)

REBEL’S ROMANCE

Trainer: Charlie Appleby

( Gr ou p 1)

5 INISHERIN

Trainer: Kevin Ryan

William Buick

15 CALIFORNIA DREAMER

Trainer: Adrian Murray Jockey: David Egan

5 JARRAAF

Trainer: Owen Burrows Jockey: Billy Loughnane

10 QUAI DE BETHUNE

Trainer: Andrew Balding Jockey: Oisin

SAMUI

Trainer: Gordon Elliott Jockey: Colin Keane

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 Chesham Stakes

(Listed Race)

Seven Furlongs (7f ) (1,400 metres) For Two Year Olds

(Class 1) Advertised total prize fund £110,000

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 70)

Stalls - Centre

Owners Prize Money: Winner £49016, Second £20119, Third £10065, Fourth £5027, Fifth £2519, Sixth £1254. (Penalty Value £62381) A SS

Form Owner Trainer st lb (lbs)

1 BRAVE HUNTER (GB) (23) 9 5 (131)

3 Ch c Universal (IRE) - Aussie View (IRE) (Australia)

MR ABDULLA AL MANSOORI Silvestre De Sousa

ISMAIL MOHAMMED, Newmarket (Breeder - Rabbah Bloodstock Limited)

Draw 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Universal colt who shaped encouragingly when third in 6-runner 7f Yarmouth novice on debut, looking strongest at the ﬁnish. Open to improvement granted a stiffer test but surprising if he’s opening his account in this TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -

2 HUMIDITY (GB) (36)

1 Ch c Ulysses (IRE) - Sultry (Pivotal)

WATHNAN RACING

ANDREW BALDING, Kingsclere

Groom - Charlie Richards (Breeder - Cheveley Park Stud Limited)

9 5 (131)

James Doyle

Draw 3

TIMEFORM VIEW Ulysses colt who had a host of subsequent winners in behind when making a successful start in 6f Newbury maiden (ﬁrm) 5 weeks ago, gamely making all. Full brother to Holloway Boy, who won this ﬁrst time up in 2022, and he ticks plenty of boxes with improvement on the cards.

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

3 TAILGUNNER JOE (USA) (-)

9 5 (131)

Gr c Knicks Go (USA) - Indian Wish (USA) (Indian Charlie (USA))

MR. NICK BAUER

DYLAN CUNHA, Newmarket

Groom - Mark Bent (Breeder - John R. Penn)

Sean Levey

Draw 4

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled February 19. £40,000 yearling, 30,000 gns 2-y-o, Knicks Go colt. Half-brother to several US winners, notably smart 6f-8.5f winner Sacred Wish. Dam placed several times up to 11f. Stiff ask on debut but this race was won by newcomer Holloway Boy 3 years back.

4

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -

THESECRETADVERSARY (IRE) (36) 9 5 (131)

2 Ch c St Mark’s Basilica (FR) - Too Soon To Panic (IRE) (Gleneagles (IRE))

CAYTON PARK STUD/MRS JOHN MAGNIER Seamie Heffernan

J. A. STACK, Ireland

Groom - Sarah McCory (Breeder - Coolmore & Cayton Park Stud)

Draw 7

TIMEFORM VIEW St Mark’s Basilica colt from a good family for the yard and found only a well-touted Aidan O’Brien newcomer too strong in extended 7f Leopardstown maiden on debut last month, pulling clear of the rest. Sure to progress.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -

The Chesham Stakes (Listed Race) (Class 1) - continued

Form Owner Trainer st lb (lbs)

5 TREANMOR (IRE) (34)

1 B c Frankel - Loch Lein (IRE) (Invincible Spirit (IRE))

9 5 (131)

GODOLPHIN William Buick

CHARLIE APPLEBY, Newmarket

Groom - Qadeer Mohammad (Breeder - Epona Bloodstock Ltd)

Draw 5

TIMEFORM VIEW €2,000,000 Frankel colt who was backed off the boards and made a very impressive start when easily winning 6f Newmarket novice 5 weeks ago, coming clear with plenty in hand. 7f sure to suit and he could be very good.

TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating -

6 WATERFORD CASTLE (IRE) (8)

9 5 (131)

3 Ch c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Deise Blue (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE))

AURA RACING & TEME VALLEY Rossa Ryan

RALPH BECKETT, Kimpton Down (Breeder - Thomas Hassett) Draw 6

TIMEFORM VIEW €190,000 Sea The Stars colt who made a promising start when third in 6-runner 7f Sandown maiden last week. He should improve but this is a big step up.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -

7

ZOOTER (GB) (-) 9 5 (131)

B g Australia - Kalagia (IRE) (Kodiac)

MILLENNIAL RACING 1

JACK JONES, Newmarket

Groom -Liam Verry (Breeder - Michelle Morris)

Dylan Hogan

Draw 8

TIMEFORM VIEW Foaled March 15. 12,000 gns foal, 8,000 gns yearling, Australia gelding. Dam, winner up to 1m (2-y-o 5f winner), sister to useful 5f winner Prince of Lir. Pitched in deep on debut, but as with Tailgunner Joe, it’s worth remembering a newcomer has won this in the recent past.

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -

8 MOMENTS OF JOY (USA) (16)

1 Ch f Justify (USA) - Shell House (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

9 0 (126)

D MRS JOHN MAGNIER,MR M.TABOR & MR D.SMITH Ryan Moore AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom - Yuliia Kuspliak (Breeder - Orpendale/Chelston/Wynatt)

Draw 1

TIMEFORM VIEW Typically well-bred Justify Coolmore ﬁlly who proved clued up when taking extended 7f Leopardstown ﬁllies’maiden(3/1)ondebutafortnightago,pullingoutmorelateon.AidanO’Brienhaslandedthatracetwiceinrecentyears with subsequent winners of this and she’s sure to improve.

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating -

9 VENETIAN LACE (IRE) (20) 9 0 (126)

1 Ch f Masar (IRE) - Nash Nasha (Dubawi (IRE))

SHEIKH HAMDAN BIN MOHAMMED AL MAKTOUM Billy Loughnane

CHARLIE JOHNSTON, Middleham

Groom - Louis Kendrick (Breeder - Godolphin)

Draw 9

TIMEFORM VIEW Masar ﬁlly who made the perfect start in 6f Chelmsford maiden 3 weeks ago, responding well. Her pedigree strongly suggests she’ll stay much further and she’s sure to progress.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating -

The Chesham Stakes (Listed Race) (Class 1) - continued

Result: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

Distances: 1-2 2-3

Time: Min . Secs.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 9

Record Time: 1 min 25.73 secs by Pinatubo age 2 wt 9-3 good, 22/06/19

Median Time: 1 min 30.34 secs

2024: BEDTIME STORY (IRE) 2 9 0 Ryan Moore 11-8 (Aidan O’Brien) 15 ran

Forecast: Correct as of 4.00pm (20.06.25)

6-4 Moments of Joy (USA), 7/4 Treanmor (IRE), 5-1 Humidity (GB), 10-1 Thesecretadversary (IRE), 16-1 Venetian Lace (IRE), 22-1 Waterford Castle (IRE), 50-1 Brave Hunter (GB), 80-1 Tailgunner Joe (USA), Zooter (GB)

Timeform Summary

TREANMOR looked something out of the ordinary when bolting up on debut at Newmarket 5 weeks ago, a win forecasted by the betting, and he can make it 2 from 2 with the step up to 7f sure to suit. Humidity, a full brother to 2022 winner Holloway Boy, made a perfect start at Newbury and looks a big player. Aidan O’Brien has won this 5 times in the last 9 years, including twice with ﬁllies who took the same Leopardstown maiden Moments of Joy did a fortnight ago, and she seems sure to be in the mix.

1. TREANMOR (IRE) 2. HUMIDITY 3. MOMENTS OF JOY (USA)

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 Hardwicke Stakes

(Group 2)

One Mile About Four Furlongs (2,400 metres), ROUND COURSE (11f abt 211yds) For Four Year Olds And Upwards

(Class 1) Advertised total prize fund £250,000

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 70)

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Owners Prize Money: Winner £111400, Second £45725, Third £22875, Fourth £11425, Fifth £5725, Sixth £2850. (Penalty Value £141775) A SS

Form Owner Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

1 AL AASY (IRE) (35) 8 9 3 (129)

1123-14 B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Kitcara (Shamardal (USA))

CD BF SHADWELL ESTATE COMPANY LTD Jim Crowley

WILLIAM HAGGAS, Newmarket (Breeder - Sunderland Holding Inc.)

Draw 10

TIMEFORM VIEW Highly-talented veteran who comes from off the pace. Gained yet another win at Group 3 level in Gordon Richards Stakes at Sandown on return. Not seen to best effect at Newbury since but in the mix if cards fall his way.

2 AL

RIFFA (FR)

(55) 5 9 3 (129)

6210-34 B h Wootton Bassett - Love On My Mind (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

D AL RIFFA SYNDICATE Dylan Browne McMonagle

JOSEPH PATRICK O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom - Adrian Vasile Pop (Breeder - SARL De Chambure Haras D’Etreham et al)

Draw 7

TIMEFORM VIEW High-class colt who built on his excellent second to City of Troy in the Eclipse at Sandown when a 5-length winner of Group 1 at Hoppegarten in August. Respectable efforts both starts this year, fourth in Prix Ganay 55 days ago. Return to 12f will suit so respected in a change of headgear.

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 117

3 BELLUM JUSTUM (IRE) (15) 4 9 3 (129)

321-516 B c Sea The Stars (IRE) - Natural Beauty (Oasis Dream)

D KING POWER RACING CO LTD

ANDREW BALDING, Kingsclere

Groom - Mahipul Parmar (Breeder - Rabbah Bloodstock Limited)

P. J. McDonald

Draw 9

TIMEFORMVIEWMuchimprovedlastseason,winningtwiceandﬁnishingthirdinHamptonCourtatthismeeting.Betterthaneverwithheadgearapplied when winning Group 2 at Newmarket but that was a weak race for the Grade. Struggled in Coronation Cup at Epsom since but should fare better here. STEWARDSNOTE:Followingitsrunon6/6/2025itwasreportedthatthehorsewasunsuitedbythegoing. TFRHHHII OfficialBHARating112

4 BURDETT ROAD (GB) (23) 5 9 3 (129)

50416-4 B g Muhaarar - Diamond Bangle (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

C D THE GREDLEY FAMILY

Sean Dylan Bowen

JAMES OWEN, Newmarket

Groom - Conor Baker (Breeder - Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd)

Draw 8

TIMEFORM VIEW Took a step forward when making all in 5-runner Listed contest at Newmarket (12f) in September before not disgraced in Long Distance Cup here. Had a solid hurdling campaign after but pulled too hard at Sandown on return. Opposable in this ﬁeld.STEWARDS

NOTE: Following its run on 29/5/2025 it was reported that the horse ran too free.

Stalls

The Hardwicke Stakes (Group 2) (Class 1) -

Form Owner

5 CANDLEFORD (IRE)

Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

(364) 7 9 3 (129)

3125/14- B g Kingman - Dorcas Lane (Norse Dancer (IRE))

CD BARNANE STUD Tom Marquand

WILLIAM HAGGAS, Newmarket (Breeder - Barnane Stud Ltd)

Draw 4

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart gelding who was an impressive winner of Duke of Edinburgh at this meeting 3 years ago. Picked up a couple of Listed events since, including at the Curragh on last season’s return. However, came up short in this last year and not seen since.

6 EPIC POET (IRE) (36)

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 110

6 9 3 (129)

4-13232 B g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Sagaciously (IRE) (Lawman (FR))

AKELA THOROUGHBREDS LIMITED Daniel Tudhope

DAVID O’MEARA, Upper Helmsley

Groom - Bhawani Singh (Breeder - George Kent)

Draw 3

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable sort who had a good spell in the Middle East earlier this year. Pushed Rebel’s Romance close back on these shore in Yorkshire Cup last time but he was in receipt of 5lb that day.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 111

7 GHOSTWRITER (IRE) (27)

4335-46 B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Moorside (Champs Elysees)

4 9 3 (129)

C AMO RACING LIMITED

CLIVE COX, Hungerford

Groom - Fairooz Pascha (Breeder - Norelands Bloodstock/Irish National Stud)

David Egan

Draw 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless in 2024 but lots of good efforts kept exclusively at the highest level, placed in the Eclipse and Juddmonte International. Returned with a decent fourth in Dubai Turf but not so good at the Curragh last month. Tackling a non Group 1 for the ﬁrst time since his 2-y-o days and he’s a player.

8 PALLADIUM (GER) (13)

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 118

4 9 3 (129)

31416-3 B c Gleneagles (IRE) - Path Wind (FR) (Anabaa (USA))

D LADY BAMFORD

JOHN & THADY GOSDEN, Newmarket

Groom - Gary Bardwell (Breeder - Stiftung Gestut Fahrhof )

Ryan Moore

Draw 6

TIMEFORM VIEW Last year’s German Derby winner who was sold for €1,400,000 before winning a maiden hurdle at Huntingdon in January on his sole start for Nicky Henderson. Solid start for this yard when close third in Listed race at Goodwood on return 2 weeks ago but needs to take a big step forward here,

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 111

9 REBEL’S ROMANCE (IRE) (36) 7 9 3 (129)

311-141 B or Br g Dubawi (IRE) - Minidress (Street Cry (IRE))

D GODOLPHIN

CHARLIE APPLEBY, Newmarket

Groom - Riasat Ali (Breeder - Godolphin)

William Buick

Draw 11

TIMEFORM VIEW High-class gelding (7-time Group/Grade1 winner). Solid efforts all 3 starts this year, narrowly coming out on top in the sprint for home in Yorkshire Cup last month. Able to race without a penalty and clearly the one to beat.

TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 123

The Hardwicke Stakes (Group 2) (Class 1) - continued

Form Owner

Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

10 SPACE LEGEND (IRE) (43)

4 9 3 (129)

12244-5 B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Newton’s Angel (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE))

WATHNAN RACING James Doyle

WILLIAM HAGGAS, Newmarket (Breeder - Sunderland Holdings Inc)

Draw 1

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed to a smart level last season, beating the rest when second to Calandagan in King Edward VII Stakes at this meeting. Not seen to best effect at Chester on return and probably has more to give. Headgear applied.

11 SUNWAY (FR) (35)

2430-35 B c Galiway - Kensea (FR) (Kendargent (FR))

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 111

4 9 3 (129)

GUY PARIENTE HOLDING & QATAR RACING LTD Oisin Murphy

DAVID MENUISIER, Pulborough

Groom - Kevin Bouillié (Breeder - Guy Pariente Holding SPRL)

Draw 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart performer who ﬁnished runner-up in last season’s Irish Derby and right back to that level when third in St Leger. However, hasn’t been at that level since and has a bit to prove in ﬁrst-time headgear now.

12 TABLETALK (IRE) (35)

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 112

4 9 3 (129)

0315-22 B c Camelot - Dillydallydo (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE))

MR ABDULLA AL MANSOORI Rossa Ryan

TOM CLOVER, Newmarket

Groom - Shahid Khan (Breeder - Cottage Bloodstock)

Draw 12

TIMEFORM VIEW Found the Derby all too much but back on track with his sights lowered, relishing the increase in trip when landing the valuable Melrose Handicap at York in August. Good runner-up efforts in a couple of Group 3s this term but has a bit to ﬁnd with a few of these back up in class.

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 110

Result: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

Distances: 1-2 2-3

Time: Min . Secs.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Blinkers worn ﬁrst time by No. 2, 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 10.

Tongue Strap worn by No. 11. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3.

Record Time: 2 mins 24.60 secs by Novellist age 4 wt 9-7 good to ﬁrm, 27/07/13

Median Time: 2 mins 35.37 secs

2024: ISLE OF JURA 4 9 3 Callum Shepherd 16-1 (George Scott) 9 ran

Forecast: Correct as of 4.00pm (20.06.25)

9-4 Rebel’s Romance (IRE), 4-1 Al Riffa (FR), Ghostwriter (IRE), 7-1 Space Legend (IRE), 10-1 Al Aasy (IRE), 14-1 Epic Poet (IRE), 16-1 Palladium (GER), Sunway (FR), 18-1 Burdett Road (GB), Tabletalk (IRE), 22-1 Bellum Justum (IRE), 25-1 Candleford (IRE)

Timeform Summary

Group 1 winners REBEL’S ROMANCE and Al Riffa escape a penalty for this Group 2 with clear preference for the former under the fast conditions. Ghostwriter is another who often keeps better company so needs considering, too

1. REBEL’S ROMANCE (IRE) 2. AL RIFFA (FR) 3. GHOSTWRITER (IRE)

Singing around the Bandstand

Racegoers in the Royal Enclosure and Queen Anne Enclosure are invited to join in with the unmissable singing around the bandstand after racing from 6.20pm.

It was the late Lady Jinny Beaumont, wife of Sir Nicky Beaumont, Clerk of the Course from 1969 to 1994, who first introduced this communal sing-along that has become synonymous with Royal Ascot.

She was famed for conducting the band and the event grew in popularity to such an extent that a bandstand was erected to recognise this prized Ascot tradition.

Union Jack flags are provided on a first come first served basis, so come with a good voice and be prepared to sing along to classics such as Land of Hope and Glory, My Way and We’ll Meet Again.

Ascot Racecourse would like to thank The Band of The Household Cavalry who will be playing throughout Royal Ascot 2025 and John Park who will be leading the singing.

Scan for songbook

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.

The Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes

(Group 1)

Six Furlongs (6f ) (1,200 metres) For Four Year Olds And Upwards

(Class 1) Advertised total prize fund £1,000,000

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 70)

Stalls - Centre

Owners Prize Money: Winner £445600, Second £182900, Third £91500, Fourth £45700, Fifth £22900, Sixth £11400. (Penalty Value £567100) A SS

Form Owner Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

1 ANNAF (IRE) (28) 6 9 5 (131)

02-3633 Br h Muhaarar - Shimah (USA) (Storm Cat (USA)) CD FOSNIC RACING Rossa Ryan

MICHAEL APPLEBY, Oakham

Groom - Mark Bjelland (Breeder - Shadwell Estate Company Limited)

Draw 12

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful performer who turned in his best effort of the season when third of 7 in Listed company at Salisbury 4 weeks ago. Cheekpieces applied for the ﬁrst time and his merit is established as a couple of notches below this one.

2 ELITE STATUS (GB) (38)

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 107

4 9 5 (131)

0/1100-4 B c Havana Grey - Dotted Swiss (IRE) (Swiss Spirit)

D SHEIKH MOHAMMED OBAID AL MAKTOUM Clifford Lee

K. R. BURKE, Leyburn

Groom - Nadir Khan (Breeder - Whitsbury Manor Stud)

Draw 9

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved in his second season, winning Listed and Group 3 at Newbury (both 6f, good to ﬁrm). Record fresh was positive and he was strong in the betting in the 1895 Duke of York Stakes on his return to action, only to ﬁnish fourth. Not out of this on the pick of his form.

3 GRAND GREY (IRE) (28)

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 111

4 9 5 (131)

3340-20 Gr c Havana Grey - Musical Mirage (USA) (Royal Anthem (USA))

D MRS R HILLEN AND PARTNERS

KEVIN RYAN, Hambleton

Groom - Frankie Nutter (Breeder - Declan Phelan)

Jamie Spencer

Draw 8

TIMEFORM VIEW A useful and reliable Italian 6f winner in 2024 for Gianluca Bietolini. Shaped well when 1/2-length second of 7 in Abernant Stakes at Newmarket (6f) on UK/stable debut and not subjected to a hard time having blown the start at the Curragh 4 weeks ago. Needs to cut that trait out.

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 107

4 IBERIAN (IRE) (28) 4 9 5 (131)

6/001-20 B c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Bella Estrella (IRE) (High Chaparral (IRE))

D TEME VALLEY & BALLYLINCH STUD Billy Loughnane

CHARLES HILLS, Lambourn

Groom - Wilson Pillay (Breeder - Ballylinch Stud)

Draw 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart colt who made the most of the drop in grade when taking 4-runner minor event at Southwell (6f) in December. Looked as good as ever when neck second of 9 in Listed race at Doncaster (6f) but could never land a blow when 4 lengths eighth of 9 to James’s Delight in Greenlands Stakes.

TFRHIIII Official BHA Rating 107

The Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes (Group 1) (Class 1) - continued

Form Owner

5 INISHERIN (GB) (38)

Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

4 9 5 (131)

61150-1 B c Shamardal (USA) - Ajman Princess (IRE) (Teoﬁlo (IRE))

CD SHEIKH MOHAMMED OBAID AL MAKTOUM William Buick

KEVIN RYAN, Hambleton

Groom - Umar Muhammad (Breeder - Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum)

Draw 13

TIMEFORM VIEW Wonthe Group 2Sandy Laneand very smart performance whenfollowing upin Group 1 Commonwealth Cup at this meeting a year ago. Below par in the July Cup at Newmarket and Sprint Cup at Haydock later in the season but back with a bang in the Duke of York Stakes and that puts him ﬁrmly there.

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 116

6 JAMES’S DELIGHT (IRE) (28)

120-551 B g Invincible Army (IRE) - Heavens Peak (Pivotal)

D PAUL & CLARE ROONEY

4 9 5 (131)

Colin Keane

CLIVE COX, Hungerford

Groom - Amy Dickens (Breeder - Newtown Stud)

Draw 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Enjoyed a ﬁne 3-y-o season, successful 4 times before narrowly touched off in French Group 3 in August. Shaped better than bare result in Group 1 Champions Sprint over C&D ﬁnal start and back to form with a vengeance when winning 9-runner Greenlands Stakes at the Curragh (6f) 28 days ago.

7 JASOUR (GB) (4)

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 109

4 9 5 (131)

3600-60 Gr c Havana Grey - Twilight Thyme (Bahamian Bounty)

CD ALMOHAMEDIYA RACING

CLIVE COX, Hungerford

Groom - Mykyta Yashchenko (Breeder - Wardley Bloodstock)

Jim Crowley

Draw 6

TIMEFORM VIEW Highly tried as a juvenile and hit the ground running last year with decisive success in the Group 3 Pavilion Stakes over C&D. Campaigned solely in Group 1’s that season and hasn’t looked an easy ride this term, hanging left ﬁtted with a hood in King Charles III Stakes on Tuesday, Tongue tie added. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 107

8 LAZZAT (FR) (50)

1120-41 B g Territories (IRE) - Lastochka (Australia)

D WATHNAN RACING WLL

4 9 5 (131)

James Doyle

J. REYNIER, France

Groom - Jessy Cabot (Breeder - Sumbe)

Draw 11

TIMEFORM VIEW High-class gelding, landing the Group 1 Prix Maurice de Gheest in August and he warmed up for this by landing the odds in 8-runner Listed race at Chantilly by 5 1/2 lengths from Toyotomi last month. Unexposed over 6f and he’s just about the one to beat if as effective on this ground.

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 118

9 RUN TO FREEDOM (GB) (66) 7 9 5 (131)

0205/0-4 B h Muhaarar - Twilight Mistress (Bin Ajwaad (IRE))

D MR GODFREY WILSON

HENRY CANDY, Wantage (Breeder - Mrs C. R. D. Wilson)

Trevor Whelan

Draw 1

TIMEFORM VIEW A smart winning sprinter in 2023 when also a ﬁne runner-up in the July Cup at Newmarket. Restricted to just a brace of runs in the Abernant Stakes last 2 years, showing he retains plenty of ability in April, but this is no easy race to build on that.

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 108

The Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes (Group 1) (Class 1) - continued

Form Owner

10 SAJIR (IRE) (27)

Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

4 9 5 (131)

345-112 B c Make Believe - Simple Magic (IRE) (Invincible Spirit (IRE))

D PRINCE A. A. FAISAL Oisin Murphy

A. FABRE, France

Groom - Richard Lambert (Breeder - Nawara Stud Limited)

Draw 3

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful French colt who made a winning return when landing the odds in 6-runner conditions event at Chantilly (6.5f) in March. Improved again when supplementing that in the Abernant Stakes a month later and no disgrace in ﬁnding Topgear too strong in the Prix du Palais-Royal latest.

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 111

11 SATONO REVE (JPN) (55)

6 9 5 (131)

1103-12 B h Lord Kanaloa (JPN) - Ciliege (JPN) (Sakura Bakushin O (JPN))

D MR HAJIME SATOMI

NORIYUKI HORI, Japan (Breeder - Shirai Stud Farm)

Joao Moreira

Draw 16

TIMEFORM VIEW Very smart performer, winning Takarazuka Kinen at Chukyo (by 3/4 length from Namura Clair) in March. Creditable 2 1/4 lengths second of 13 to Ka Ying Rising in Chairman’s Sprint Prize at Sha Tin last time, keeping on ﬁnal 1f but no match for winner. Stiff 6f looks right up his street so shortlisted. TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 118

12 STORM BOY (AUS) (28)

41340-0 B c Justify (USA) - Pelican (NZ) (Fastnet Rock (AUS))

4 9 5 (131)

D BF STORM BOY PARTNERSHIP Ryan Moore

AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom -Sumith Pathrannelage (Breeder - Katom)

Draw 15

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart performer in Australia who wasn’t beaten far in a pair of Group 1s on ﬁnal 2 starts last year for Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott. Reportedly switched for 8-ﬁgure sum and while he made a very underwhelming start for new yard in Greenlands Stakes, he couldn’t be in better hands.

13 TOPGEAR (FR) (27)

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 113

6 9 5 (131)

23211-1 B h Wootton Bassett - Miss Lech (USA) (Giant’s Causeway (USA))

D HISAAKI SAITO

CHRISTOPHER HEAD, France

Groom - Caroline Bruno (Breeder - Snig Elevage)

Stephane Pasquier

Draw 7

TIMEFORM VIEW Ended 2024 ﬁrmly on the up, recording a huge career best when forging clear to land the Group 2 Challenge Stakes at Newmarket (7f). Picked up where he left off in Group 3 Prix du Palais-Royal 4 weeks ago and major player if coping with the ﬁrmer ground.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 116

14 FLORA OF BERMUDA (IRE) (38) 4 9 2 (128)

21453-2 B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Dubai Power (Cadeaux Genereux)

D WATHNAN RACING

ANDREW BALDING, Kingsclere

Groom - Evie Heyes (Breeder - Mr Francisco Bernal)

P. J. McDonald

Draw 4

TIMEFORM VIEW Won the Group 3 Summer Stakes at York last year and very close third of 20 to Kind of Blue in Champions Sprint over C&D on ﬁnal 2024 start. Excellent neck second of 8 to Inisherin in 1895 Duke of York Stakes and she’s coming into this in top form.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 112

The Queen

Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes (Group 1) (Class 1) -

Form Owner

15

Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

GREAT GENERATION (IRE) (42) 4

14010-1 B f Holy Roman Emperor (IRE) - Adutchgirl (GER) (Dutch Art)

9 2 (128)

D CAYTON PARK STUD LIMITED Marco Ghiani

MARCO BOTTI, Newmarket

Groom - Summer Simpson (Breeder - A Dutch Girl Partnership)

Draw 10

TIMEFORM VIEW Quickly dispelled a lesser effort in France when running out a pretty cosy winner of Group 3 filles’ event at Doncaster (7f) in September, pullingclear with 3fellow progressive sorts. Ran below-par back againstmales at Newmarket on final outing but better than ever when landing Group 2 at Lingfield.

16 NIGHTEYES (IRE) (29)

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 110

4 9 2 (128)

1310-03 B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Penny Pepper (IRE) (Fast Company (IRE))

D AKELA THOROUGHBREDS LIMITED Daniel Tudhope

DAVID O’MEARA, Upper Helmsley

Groom - Nirmal Singh (Breeder - Owenstown Bloodstock Ltd)

Draw 14

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed steadily over sprint trips last summer, winning 3 times at up to Listed level. Reportedly lost her action on reappearance but turned out fairly quickly afterwards and back on the up when third at Haydock, left with plenty to do. This is a stiff ask. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 23/5/2025 it was reported that the horse was slowly away. TFRHIIII Official BHA Rating 102

Result: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

Distances: 1-2 2-3

Time: Min . Secs.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 16

Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No 7. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No 1.

Hood worn by No 7. Tongue Strap worn by No 4. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 9.

Record Time: 1 min 10.48 secs by Get It age 7 wt 9-7 good to ﬁrm, 09/05/25

Median Time: 1 min 14.90 secs

2024: KHAADEM (IRE) 8 9 5 Oisin Murphy 14-1 (Charles Hills) 13 ran

Forecast: Correct as of 4.00pm (20.06.25)

11-4 Lazzat (FR), 9-2 Inisherin (GB), Satono Reve (JPN), 11-2 Storm Boy (AUS), 8-1 Topgear (FR), 10-1 Flora of Bermuda (IRE), 22-1 Sajir (IRE), 28-1 Great Generation (IRE), James’s Delight (IRE), 22-1 Elite Status (GB), 40-1 Jasour (GB), 50-1 Annaf (IRE), Grand Grey (IRE), Iberian (IRE), 66-1 Run To Freedom (GB), 80-1 Nighteyes (IRE)

Timeform Summary

It’s been slim pickings for overseas raiders in this contest in recent years but that may change with SATONO REVE and Lazzat of particular interest. A stiff 6f looks absolutely ideal and with ﬁrm ground no issue, the Japanese representative is preferred. Last year’s Commonwealth Cup winner Inisherin commands serious respect, too

1. SATONO REVE (JPN) 2. LAZZAT (FR) 3. INISHERIN

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 Jersey Stakes

(Group 3)

Seven Furlongs (7f ) (1,400 metres) For Three Year Olds

(Class 1) Advertised total prize fund £150,000

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 70)

Stalls - Centre

Owners Prize Money: Winner £66840, Second £27435, Third £13725, Fourth £6855, Fifth £3435, Sixth £1710. (Penalty Value £85065) A SS

Form Owner Trainer st lb (lbs)

1

BENEVENTO

(IRE) (49)

1214-40 B c Wootton Bassett - Pollyana (IRE) (Whipper (USA))

9 3 (129)

D AMO RACING LIMITED & GISELLE DE AGUIAR Rossa Ryan

RAPHAEL FREIRE, Newmarket

Groom - Evie Howard (Breeder - J. Wall & E. Kennedy)

Draw 10

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 7f Doncaster Listed event at 2. Matched that form when fourth in the Craven at Newmarket on reappearance before predictably ﬁnding the 2000 Guineas too competitive back there 17 days later

2 BRIAN (IRE) (52)

14135-4 B c Shaman (IRE) - Alys Love (New Approach (IRE))

108

9 3 (129)

MR T R LOCK & PARTNER Billy Loughnane

J. S. MOORE, Upper Lambourn

Groom - Thomas Leaper (Breeder - Alys Love Syndicate)

Draw 9

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful for Sylvester Kirk at 2, including third in Chesham over C&D. Made a positive start for new yard when 2 lengths fourth to Big Mojo in 6f course Group 3 in April. The return to 7f a help if anything.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 101

3 CABURN (IRE) (35)

1150-6 Gr c Twilight Son - Tigrilla (IRE) (Clodovil (IRE))

9 3 (129)

ANTRAM, PEMBERTON, LANCASTER & HARROD Dylan Hogan

JACK JONES, Newmarket

Groom - Liam Verry (Breeder - Newstead Breeding)

Draw 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Won the Super Sprint at Newbury last summer. Showed he’s trained on when sixth of 10 in 6f Listed race there on reappearance but needs improvement to get competitive at this sort of level. Tackles 7f for the ﬁrst time.

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 97

4 COMANCHE BRAVE (IRE) (28) 9 3 (129)

4124-25 Br c Wootton Bassett - Ishvana (IRE) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE))

MRS JOHN MAGNIER/MRS A. M. O’BRIEN Ryan Moore

DONNACHA AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom - Andrea Pastva (Breeder - Whisperview Trading Ltd)

Draw 6

TIMEFORM VIEW Only a Cork maiden win so far but found signiﬁcant improvement in a couple of outings this term, latest when 5 1/2 lengths ﬁfth of 9 in Irish 2,000 Guineas at the Curragh (1m, good) 28 days ago. Should be at least as effective back at 7f. Respected under Moore.

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 111

The Jersey Stakes (Group 3) (Class 1) - continued

Form Owner Trainer st lb (lbs)

5 DHITJARI

(GB) (34) 9 3 (129)

2122-13 B c Mehmas (IRE) - Democracy (GER) (Areion (GER))

D GESTUT EBBESLOH Andrasch Starke

P. SCHIERGEN, Germany

Groom - Sabrina Krüsemann (Breeder - Gestut Ebbesloh)

Draw 7

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful form in Germany but beaten 7 lengths when third in German Guineas at Cologne (1m, good) 5 weeks ago and plenty more will be needed here.

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 100

6 MARVELMAN (IRE) (50)

522-12 B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Varamini (FR) (Siyouni (FR))

9 3 (129)

D MR & MRS R. M. GORELL Oisin Murphy ANDREW BALDING, Kingsclere

Groom - Shakti Singh (Breeder - Gigginstown House Stud)

Draw 14

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful performance when a decisive all-the-way winner of a 7f Kempton novice on reappearance in March and improved again when 1 1/2 lengths second of 10 to the smart Cosmic Year in Listed race at Newmarket (7f, good) 50 days ago. Respected. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 106

7 NOBLE CHAMPION (IRE) (35)

51-030 B c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Cute (Diktat)

9 3 (129)

D TBT RACING Kieran Shoemark

ED WALKER, Upper Lambourn (Breeder - Thomas Foy & Lope de Vega Syndicate)

Draw 4

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful. Didn’t seem suited by the drop to 6f at Newbury last time but likely to come up short even though the return to 7f should be more to his liking.

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 95

8 ONE SMACK MAC (IRE) (34)

125-432 B c Kodiac - Khaimah (Nayef (USA))

9 3 (129)

BF MR A. WHELAN Colin Keane G. M. LYONS, Ireland

Groom - Declan Quirke (Breeder - Tally-Ho Stud)

Draw 12

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful colt who was placed at Listed level for a third time when 1/2-length second of 9 to Copacabana Sands at Naas (7f, good) 34 days ago. This demands more.

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 103

9 PELLITORY (GB) (23) 9 3 (129)

231-104 B c Sergei Prokoﬁev (CAN) - Daphinia (Kuroshio (AUS))

D THE GREDLEY FAMILY Silvestre De Sousa JAMES OWEN, Newmarket

Groom - Luke Townsend. (Breeder - Whitsbury Manor Stud)

Draw 1

TIMEFORM VIEW Won twice as a juvenile and improved again to land a 7f conditions race on return at Newmarket in April.

Creditable 4 3/4 lengths fourth of 7 to Opera Ballo in Listed race at Sandown (1m, good to soft) 23 days ago, shaping as if this return to 7f should suit.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 104

The Jersey Stakes (Group 3) (Class 1) -

Form Owner

10 REMMOOZ (GB) (14)

continued

Trainer st lb (lbs)

9 3 (129)

11 B c Blue Point (IRE) - Lady Ramon (ITY) (Ramonti (FR))

D SHEIKH AHMED AL MAKTOUM Callum Rodriguez

OWEN BURROWS, Lambourn

Groom - Hemanth Mohan (Breeder - Blue Diamond Stud Farm (UK) Ltd)

Draw 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Blue Point colt who has looked a smart performer when winning a pair of 7f novices at Doncaster (good/good to ﬁrm) this year, latterly quickening 3 lengths clear in the style of one who can make his presence felt in a higher grade. TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 98

11 SARACEN (FR) (70)

1-3 B c Siyouni (FR) - Soteria (IRE) (Acclamation)

AL SHAQAB RACING

9 3 (129)

DylanBrowneMcMonagle

JOSEPH PATRICK O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom - Stephen Power (Breeder - China Horse Club International Ltd)

Draw 13

TIMEFORM VIEW €500,000 Siyouni colt who looked a smart prospect when making a winning debut at the Curragh (6f, soft) last autumn. Good 3 1/2 lengths third of 10 to Jonquil in Greenham at Newbury (7f, good) on reappearance in April. Looks sure to progress further.

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 104

12 SEAGULLS ELEVEN (IRE) (49)

12340-0 Ch g Galileo Gold - Thrilled (IRE) (Kodiac)

9 3 (129)

D TWO PLUS THREE TWO PLUS FOUR Harry Davies

HUGO PALMER, Malpas

Groom - Joshua Jones (Breeder - Tally-Ho Stud)

Draw 15

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful form when placed twice at Group level at 2. Well held in the 2000 Guineas on reappearance but claims if back to anywhere near the pick of his 2-y-o form.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 110

13 SPY CHIEF (GB) (9)

621 B g Kingman - Shirocco Star (Shirocco (GER))

GODOLPHIN

JOHN & THADY GOSDEN, Newmarket

Groom - Arif Karacaoglu (Breeder - Meon Valley Stud)

9 3 (129)

Robert Havlin

Draw 3

TIMEFORM VIEW Has quickly reached a useful level, making all with ease in 6f Yarmouth novice last week. Take a jump in class on this return to 7f but he looks capable of better for a stable enjoying a good week.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 94

14 YAH MO BE

THERE (GB)

(49) 9 3 (129)

201-50 B c Mohaather - Shurakaa (IRE) (Night of Thunder (IRE))

PHIL CUNNINGHAM

RICHARD SPENCER, Newmarket

Groom - Muhammad Ifran (Breeder - Stuart McPhee & Nigel Kelly)

Jamie Spencer

Draw 8

TIMEFORM VIEW Won a 6f Newbury Listed at 2. Respectable ﬁfth in the Greenham on 7f reappearance and ran as well could be expected without threatening in the 2000 Guineas at Newmarket since. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 99

The Jersey Stakes (Group 3) (Class 1) - continued

Form Owner Trainer st lb (lbs)

15 CALIFORNIA DREAMER (GB) (27) 9 0 (126)

40-1042 B f Mehmas (IRE) - Penelopa (Giant’s Causeway (USA))

AMO RACING LIMITED/GISELLE DE AGUIAR David Egan

ADRIAN MURRAY, Ireland (Breeder - Ickworth Stud) Draw 11

TIMEFORM VIEW Seemingly much improved when 2 1/4 lengths second of 12 to Lake Victoria in Irish 1,000 Guineas at the Curragh (1m, good) 27 days ago, although she very much had the run of the race from the front. Needs to show that doesn’t ﬂatter her. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 110

Result: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

Distances: 1-2 2-3

Time: Min . Secs.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 15

Tongue Strap worn by No 7. Running for the ﬁrst time since Gelding No 12.

Record Time: 1 min 23.66 secs by Hickory age 7 wt 8-5 good to ﬁrm, 10/05/25

Median Time: 1 min 30.34 secs

2024: HAATEM (IRE) 3 9 6 James Doyle 7-2 (Richard Hannon) 19 ran

Forecast: Correct as of 4.00pm (20.06.25)

10-3 Remmooz (GB), 4-1 Marvelman (IRE), 9-2 Comanche Brave (IRE), 13-2 Saracen (FR), 8-1 California Dreamer (GB), 14-1 Benevento (IRE), Spy Chief (GB), 20-1 Seagulls Eleven (IRE), 22-1 Brian (IRE), 25-1 One Smack Mac (IRE), 28-1 Pellitory (GB), Yah Mo Be There (GB), 33-1 Dhitjari (GB), Noble Champion (IRE), 50-1 Caburn (IRE), Timeform Summary

An open look to the Jersey. REMMOOZ quickened clear in the style of a really smart colt at Doncaster last time and is selected to take the signiﬁcant step up in class in his stride and remain unbeaten. Irish 2,000 Guineas ﬁfth Comanche Brave should prove suited by the return to 7f and is second choice ahead of Greenham third Saracen, like the selection a lightly-raced sort who should have more to come. Marvelman completes the shortlist.

1. REMMOOZ 2. COMANCHE BRAVE (IRE) 3. SARACEN (FR)

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 Wokingham Stakes (Heritage

Handicap)

Six Furlongs (6f ) (1,200 metres)

For Three Year Olds And Upwards

(Class 2) Advertised total prize fund £175,000

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 71)

Stalls - Centre

OwnersPrizeMoney:Winner£71103,Second£35560,Third£17780,Fourth£8890,Fifth£4445,Sixth£2223.(PenaltyValue£90195)Weightsraised 1lbandparagraphs27to31oftheWeightsandHandicappingCodecompliedwithwhereapplicable.42EliminatedUnderRules(I)9and(I)10.SS

Form Owner Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

1 APOLLO ONE (GB) (66) 7 9 12 (138)

62021-0 Ch g Equiano (FR) - Boonga Roogeta (Tobougg (IRE))

CD PCRACING.CO.UK

P. CHARALAMBOUS & J. CLUTTERBUCK, Newmarket (Breeder - Peter Charalambous)

Daniel Tudhope

Draw 17

TIMEFORM VIEW Most likeable and reliable sprinter who signed off for 2024 with victory in Bengough Stakes over C&D in October Not best drawn when last of 7 on his return in the Abernant Stakes at Newmarket and no surprise to see him bounce back here.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 109

2 VALIANT FORCE (USA) (9)

4 9 10 (136)

4-13100 Gr or Ro c Malibu Moon (USA) - Vigui’s Heart (USA) (Quality Road (USA))

C D AMO RACING LIMITED/GISELLE DE AGUIAR David Egan

ADRIAN MURRAY, Ireland (Breeder - Ramonn Horta Rangel & Spendthrift Farm)

Draw 28

TIMEFORM VIEW Norfolk Stakes winner here as 2-y-o. A two-time scorer at Dundalk in 2025 too but he came in last of 11 in Ballycorus Stakes at Leopardstown (7.2f, soft) 9 days ago. Needs to take a big step forward.

3 ZOUM ZOUM (GB) (28)

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 107

4 9 9 (135)

55316-2 Ch g Zoustar (AUS) - Richenza (FR) (Holy Roman Emperor (IRE))

D MRS LYNN TURNER & MR GUY BROOK Rossa Ryan

RALPH BECKETT, Kimpton Down

Groom - Nicola Cheesman (Breeder - Sanctuary Stud Ltd)

Draw 27

TIMEFORM VIEW Unbeaten as a juvenile and produced a smart performance when landing 6f Doncaster handicap in October. Resumed with a good second of 7 in 6f Salisbury Listed contest so he’s in the mix back in handicap company.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 106

4

CITY HOUSE (IRE) (41) 4 9 8 (134)

62-1126 B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Impala (Oasis Dream)

D FOX AND BADGER RACING

GEORGE SCOTT, Newmarket

Groom - Daniel Frank (Breeder - Rabbah Bloodstock Limited)

Callum Shepherd

Draw 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Has improved again following breathing operation, successful twice in Bahrain in January, and comes here on the back of a good sixth of 13 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 41 days ago. No forlorn hope.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 105

The Wokingham Stakes (Heritage Handicap) (Class 2) - continued

Form Owner

Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

5 JARRAAF (GB) (28) 4 9 8 (134)

34112-4 B c Zoustar (AUS) - Arabda (Elnadim (USA))

CD BF SHEIKH AHMED AL MAKTOUM Billy Loughnane OWEN BURROWS, Lambourn

Groom - Arif Mohammed (Breeder - The Arabda Partnership)

Draw 12

TIMEFORM VIEW Highly progressive in 2024 when a dual C&D winner in the summer. This son of Zoustar also made a promising return from 8 months off when fourth of 7 in 6f Salisbury Listed event 28 days ago. Capable of better so can’t be ruled out.

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 105

6 KORKER (IRE) (16) 6 9 6 (132)

50-0033 B g Dandy Man (IRE) - Adaptation (Spectrum (IRE))

FINE CLARET RACING,MRS BURKE & MR C WOOD Jack Nicholls (7)

K. R. BURKE, Leyburn

Groom - Nadir Khan (Breeder - Ballyhane Stud Ltd)

Draw 24

TIMEFORM VIEW It’s now 15 runs since his last win in 2023 but he recorded a creditable third of 6 in handicap at Hamilton (6f, good) 16 days ago. Possibilities.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 103 (-1)

7 PUROSANGUE

(GB) (49) 4 9 6 (132)

2020-40 Br g Aclaim (IRE) - Avon Breeze (Avonbridge) D MRS FITRI HAY Oisin Murphy ANDREW BALDING, Kingsclere

Groom - Curt Plaatjies (Breeder - Hellwood Stud Farm & R. C. Dollar)

Draw 22

TIMEFORM VIEW Winless in 2024 but he was runner-up at Listed/Group 3 level. Not seen to best effect both runs this term, a patiently-ridden seventh of 13 to More Thunder at Newmarket (6f) last month. Very much one to consider off a 2lb lower mark with Oisin Murphy again up.

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 103

8 SYMBOL OF HONOUR (GB) (28) 3 9 6 (132)

4-11611 Gr g Havana Grey - Arcamist (Arcano (IRE))

D GODOLPHIN

CHARLIE APPLEBY, Newmarket (Breeder - Whitsbury Manor Stud)

NON-RUNNER

Whitsbury compan ﬁrs Official BHA

Draw 15

TIMEFORM VIEW Has met with defeat only once over 6f and arrives on a hat-trick after stylish victories in Listed race at Newbury and Sandy Lane Stakes at Haydock last month. Interesting now going into handicap company for the ﬁrst time.

TFRIIIII Official BHA Rating 110

9 SHARTASH (IRE) (76) 5 9 5 (131)

560-300 B g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Shamreen (IRE) (Dubawi (IRE))

D WATHNAN RACING

ARCHIE WATSON, Upper Lambourn

Groom - Haji Khan. (Breeder - His Highness the Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.)

James Doyle

Draw 3

TIMEFORM VIEW Haydock 7f Listed winner last spring but has twice failed to build on a good reappearance third in 6f Lingﬁeld handicap in 2025. Cheekpieces are reached for now with something to prove. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 6/4/2025 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 102

The Wokingham Stakes (Heritage Handicap) (Class 2) - continued

Form Owner Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

10 TEN POUNDS (IRE) (42)

1110-10 B g Ten Sovereigns (IRE) - Lady Fashion (Oasis Dream)

4 9 5 (131)

MR MOHAMMED JABER

HARRY CHARLTON, Beckhampton

Groom - Chris Vamaravalli (Breeder - Glenvale Stud & Edgeridge Ltd)

Trevor Whelan

Draw 4

TIMEFORMVIEWLookedmostprogressivewhenreappearingwith7fNewmarkethandicapsuccessinAprilbuthebeatonlyoneintheVictoria Cup here following month. Raced too freely there and is well worth another chance back in trip with a tongue tie ﬁtted. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 10/5/2025 it was reported that the horse was restless in the stalls.

11 GET IT (GB) (43)

004641 B g Twilight Son - Pine Ridge (Elusive City (USA))

MYRACEHORSE & PARTNERS

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 102

7 9 3 (129)

Seamie Heffernan

GEORGE BAKER, Epsom (Breeder - Wood Hall Stud)

Draw 13

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 3 times in 2024, the highlight a victory in the Stewards’ Cup at Goodwood. Unplaced during a spell in Bahrain this spring but bounced right back to form on return to Britain, making all to land a C&D handicap last month. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 100

12 GAME RUN (FR) (46)

6 9 3 (129)

200-621 B g Olympic Glory (IRE) - Shortﬁn (Exceed And Excel (AUS))

D MR S. GRANDIN

ELIAS MIKHALIDES, France

Groom - Arthur Fantauzza (Breeder - Haras de Saint Julien)

Marvin Grandin

Draw 21

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful French sprinter who comes here on the back of victory in 16-runner handicap at Chantilly (6f, good) 46 days ago. Shortlisted despite taking a 6lb weights rise.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 100

13 TWILIGHT CALLS (GB) (4) 7 9 3 (129)

554-500 B g Twilight Son - Zawiyah (Invincible Spirit (IRE))

D PHIL CUNNINGHAM Jamie Spencer

RICHARD SPENCER, Newmarket

Groom - Ryan Webb (Breeder - James Ortega Bloodstock Ltd)

Draw 16

TIMEFORM VIEW A smart sprinter for Henry Candy at his best but yet to ﬁre in three runs for his current handler, eighteenth of 20 in King Charles III Stakes here 4 days ago. Hard to warm to.

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 100

14 DESERT COP (GB) (14) 5 9 3 (129)

0-02210 B g Oasis Dream - Speed Cop (Cadeaux Genereux)

D TURF CLUB 2024

GEORGE BAKER, Epsom (Breeder - Littleton Stud)

Jim Crowley

Draw 25

TIMEFORM VIEW Gained a fourth career success just 24 hours on from his previous run in conditions event at Sakhir (5f) in March. Looked rusty on his return here when 17th in the Dash at Epsom 2 weeks ago and can take a step forward now.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 100 (-2)

The Wokingham Stakes (Heritage Handicap) (Class 2) - continued

Form Owner

15 ORAZIO (IRE) (252)

Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

6 9 2 (128)

303000- Gr g Caravaggio (USA) - Lady Fashion (Oasis Dream)

CD MRS SUSAN ROY Saffie Osborne

CHARLES HILLS, Lambourn

Groom - Andriy Zaytsev. (Breeder - Glenvale Stud & Edgeridge Ltd)

Draw 26

TIMEFORM VIEW Third in this 12 months ago but badly out of form in 3 subsequent starts. Soon off the bridle at York on ﬁnal run of last season. This C&D winner has gone well fresh though so could easily bounce back.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 99

16 COVER UP (IRE) (35)

1-30456 B g Exceed And Excel (AUS) - Hushing (Pivotal)

5 9 2 (128)

D MR KHALIFA SAEED SULAIMAN Silvestre De Sousa

SIMON & ED CRISFORD, Newmarket (Breeder - Godolphin)

Draw 9

TIMEFORM VIEW A 4-time winner for John Gosden prior to making a winning debut for current connections in 5f Listed event in Meydan in December. Far from disgraced since, though he went freely when sixth in 6f Newbury handicap last time. Tongue tied here and can’t be discounted.

17 VADREAM (GB) (28)

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 99

7 9 2 (128)

040-530 B m Brazen Beau (AUS) - Her Honour (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))

CD MR D. R. J. KING Kieran Shoemark

CHARLIE FELLOWES, Newmarket

Groom - Lilly Waites (Breeder - Crispin Estates Ltd)

Draw 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Likeable mare but her last win came in the Palace House Stakes in 2023. Beat only one in Haydock’s Temple Stakes last time so this C&D scorer has something to prove with cheekpieces removed.

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 99

18 ARAMRAM (IRE) (35)

4 9 1 (127)

0-22221 B c Blue Point (IRE) - Queen’s Pearl (IRE) (Exceed And Excel (AUS))

D MR ZIAD A. GALADARI

RICHARD HANNON, Marlborough

Groom - Deep Singh (Breeder - Galadari Sons Stud Company Limited)

Ryan Moore

Draw 19

TIMEFORM VIEW Reliable sort who gained a deserved ﬁrst win of 2025 in 8-runner handicap at Newbury (6f, ﬁrm) 35 days ago. Had a bit in hand there so he’s not taken lightly despite a 4lb weights rise with Ryan Moore again up.

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 98

19 WE NEVER

STOP (IRE)

(38) 4 9 1 (127)

260110 B g Cotai Glory - Deliziosa (IRE) (Iffraaj)

D MR B. T. MCDONALD

KEVIN RYAN, Hambleton

Groom - Virendra Singh (Breeder - Padraig O’Reilly)

Shane Gray

Draw 6

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored twice over 6f on the AW at Southwell and Newcastle in the spring but a below-form ninth of 16 in handicap at York (6f, good) 38 days ago. Needs to get back on track.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 98

The Wokingham Stakes (Heritage Handicap) (Class 2) -

Form Owner

20 ROMAN DRAGON (GB)

Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

(44) 6 9 1 (127)

5-35101 B g Heeraat (IRE) - Trixie Malone (Ishiguru (USA))

D NICK HUGHES & OWEN PROMOTIONS LTD David Probert

HUGO PALMER, Malpas

Groom - Emily Crawshaw (Breeder - Owen Promotions Ltd)

Draw 18

TIMEFORM VIEW A 5f win at Bahrain in February and showed himself better than ever here when readily landing 12-runner handicap at Chester (5.1f, good to soft) 44 days ago. Up 3lb but he’s one to consider.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 98

21 MORE THUNDER (IRE) (49)

4 9 1 (127)

1323-11 B c Night of Thunder (IRE) - Buying Trouble (USA) (Hat Trick (JPN))

D MR SAEED SUHAIL Tom Marquand

WILLIAM HAGGAS, Newmarket (Breeder - Woodstock B/S Ltd & Troy Bloodstock Ltd)

Draw 23

TIMEFORM VIEW Much improved in 2025 for current yard (formerly with Sir Michael Stoute) when bagging pair of 6f handicaps at Newmarket, weaving through to lead at thepost on latter occasion and collar Aramram by a short-head. Up 6lb but that form has been franked and this stiff 6f seems sure to suit. Major shout. TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 98

22 GOLDEN MIND (IRE) (15) 4

010002 B g Galileo Gold - Sagely (IRE) (Frozen Power (IRE))

AIDAN J RYAN & PARTNER

9 1 (127)

Warren Fentiman (5)

RICHARD FAHEY, Malton

Groom - Helen Hamilton (Breeder - Tally-Ho Stud)

Draw 7

TIMEFORM VIEW Scored at Kempton in February and got right back on track when second of 12 in handicap at Epsom (7f, good to soft) 15 days ago. Merits consideration off the same mark.

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 98 (+2)

23 COMPLETELY RANDOM (GB) (35) 4 9 1 (127)

254-115 Gr g Havana Grey - Random Success (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))

D PAUL INGLETT AND BECKHAMPTON Callum Rodriguez

HARRY CHARLTON, Beckhampton

Groom - Chris Cogan (Breeder - Beckhampton & Inglett)

Draw 14

TIMEFORM VIEW Kick-started 2025 with wins at Southwell and Leicester in April and posted a solid ﬁfth of 8 to Aramram in handicap at Newbury (6f, ﬁrm) 35 days ago. Can make his presence felt off an unchanged mark.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 98

24 WOODHAY WONDER (GB) (49) 4 9 1 (127)

1430-30 B f Tamayuz - Luang Prabang (IRE) (Invincible Spirit (IRE))

D MR MATTHEW WEBBER & MR TOBY WARD Sean Levey

TOM WARD, Upper Lambourn

Groom - Matt Birch (Breeder - Des Thurlby)

Draw 20

TIMEFORM VIEW A dual 6f scorer in 2024 and he arrives in good nick, not best drawn when a close eighth of 13 to More Thunder in handicap at Newmarket (6f, good to ﬁrm) 49 days ago. Enters calculations eased 1lb.

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 98

The Wokingham Stakes (Heritage Handicap) (Class 2) -

Form Owner

25 NOBLE TRUTH (FR)

011/0/-00 B g Kingman - Speralita (FR) (Frankel)

continued

Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

(127) 6 9 0 (126)

C IAN STUART GRIFFITHS Luke Morris

JOHN MCCONNELL, Ireland (Breeder - Mr Jean-Pierre Dubois)

Draw 31

TIMEFORM VIEW Landed Jersey Stakes here in 2022 for Charlie Appleby. Very lightly raced since and beat just one rival in a pair of AW handicaps in the winter for David O’Meara. Has lots to prove for another new yard here.

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 97

26 GERMANIC (IRE) (41)

4 9 0 (126)

2300-52 Ch g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Alice Liddel (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE))

MR N. O’KEEFFE

JULIE CAMACHO, Malton

Groom - Elle Paterson (Breeder - Michael Buggie)

Ryan Sexton

Draw 10

TIMEFORM VIEW A fairly useful 7f winner for William Haggas in 2024. Purchased for 140,000 gns and got back on the up for his current yard when second of 13 in 6f handicap at Newcastle last month. May do better still so he’s not without prospects.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 97

27 SAINT LAWRENCE (IRE)

(64) 7 9 0 (126)

500-000 B g Al Kazeem - Affluent (Oasis Dream)

CD MR D. J. DEER

ARCHIE WATSON, Upper Lambourn

Groom - Hannah Belcher (Breeder - D. J. and Mrs Deer)

Colin Keane

Draw 1

TIMEFORM VIEW 2023 winner of this but he came in last of 14 in handicap at Newcastle (6f) 64 days ago. Blinkers replace cheekpieces now and it’s 15 runs since that success.

28 JUMBY (IRE) (42) 7 9 0 (126)

630-640 B g New Bay - Sound of Guns (Acclamation)

C D ANTHONY PYE-JEARY AND DAVID IAN

EVE JOHNSON HOUGHTON, Blewbury (Breeder - Ballylinch Stud)

Charles Bishop

Draw 11

TIMEFORM VIEW Onalonglosingrunbutthiscoursewinnerpostedarespectableninthof17intheVictoriaCupherelastmonth. No forlorn hope off a 3lb lower mark.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 97

29 HOLKHAM BAY (GB) (38) 5 9 0 (126)

001-050 B g Aclaim (IRE) - Tumblewind (Captain Rio)

CD NORFOLK THOROUGHBREDS

Brandon Wilkie (3)

WILLIAM KNIGHT, Newmarket

Groom - Abbie Pierce (Breeder - Hellwood Stud Farm)

Draw 29

TIMEFORM VIEW C&D winner who wasn’t seen to best effect when seventh of 16 in handicap at York (6f, good) 38 days ago. Can’t be totally dismissed.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 97

The Wokingham Stakes (Heritage Handicap) (Class

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 10, 16 Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No 9. Blinkers worn by No 27 Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 12, 22. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 19, 20

Record Time: 1 min 10.48 secs by Get It age 7 wt 9-7 good to ﬁrm, 09/05/25

Median Time: 1 min 14.90 secs

2024: UNEQUAL LOVE 4 9 7 Tom Marquand 12-1 (William Haggas) 25 ran

Forecast: Correct as of 4.00pm (20.06.25)

9-2 More Thunder (IRE), 7-1 Aramram (IRE), 8-1 Jarraaf (GB), 12-1 Purosangue (GB), 16-1 Completely Random (GB), Get It (GB), Orazio (IRE), Woodhay Wonder (GB), 18-1 Holkham Bay (GB) 18-1 Zoum Zoum (GB), 20-1 Germanic (IRE), 22-1 Ten Pounds (IRE), 25-1 Apollo One (GB), City House (IRE), Golden Mind (IRE),Saint Lawrence (IRE), Twilight Calls (GB), 28-1 Cover Up (IRE), Korker (IRE), Roman Dragon (GB), Valiant Force (USA),33-1 Desert Cop (GB), Jumby (IRE), Vadream (GB), We Never Stop (IRE), Shartash (IRE), 150-1 Noble Truth (FR), Timeform Summary

William Haggas took this 12 months ago and can repeat the feat with MORE THUNDER who impressed when bagging a pair of Newmarket handicaps for his new yard in the spring and promises to do a fair bit better here over this stiffer 6f Andrew Balding’s Purosangue looks primed for a bold showing and could emerge as the main danger, although a good case can also be made for Aramram, Woodhay Wonder, Golden Mind and Jarraaf in a typically ultra-competitive Wokingham.

1. MORE THUNDER (IRE) 2. PUROSANGUE 3. ARAMRAM (IRE)

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Reserves At Royal Ascot

The fields for all races on the Flat have to be declared 48 hours before each raceday, and Royal Ascot is no exception.

This year, reserves will be declared at the 48-hour stage for certain Royal Ascot handicaps. The purpose of this is to ensure that owners have the opportunity to run their horses if spaces in the race come about for any reason, before the 24-hour stage.

Up to three reserves can replace non-runners any time up to 1.00pm the day before the race. The reason why reserves cannot come in later is that race programmes have to be finalised for the national media and bookmakers have to prepare markets in the full knowledge of the fields at this stage.

Each reserve horse is given a number and a draw at the 48-hour stage. In the event of a non-runner being declared before the 1.00pm deadline the day before the race, the reserve retains its original number and draw. The stall number of the withdrawn horse is removed, with the positions concertinaing. This is why racegoers might see, for example, the stall numbers going up to 33 although there are only 30 berths and 30 runners.

Today’s races with a reserve running in are The Wokingham Stakes & The Golden Gates StakesHOLKHAM BAY - Wokingham Stakes & BRINDAVAN - Golden Gates Stakes

ROYAL ASCOT BLUSH

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 Golden Gates Stakes (Handicap)

One Mile About Two Furlongs (9f abt 212yds) (Approx. 2,000 metres) For Three Year Olds

(Class 2) Advertised total prize fund £110,000 (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 71)

Stalls - Inside

OwnersPrizeMoney:Winner£44693,Second£22352,Third£11176,Fourth£5588,Fifth£2794,Sixth£1397.(PenaltyValue£56694)Weightsraised5lb andparagraphs27to31oftheWeightsandHandicappingCodecompliedwithwhereapplicable.14EliminatedUnderRules(I)9and(I)10.SS Form Owner Trainer

1 ROCK OF CASHEL (IRE) (16) 9 9 (135)

465-640 B c Wootton Bassett - Best In The World (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

MR M. TABOR, D. SMITH & MRS JOHN MAGNIER Sean Levey AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom - Jamie Lawrence (Breeder - Coolmore)

Draw 3

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful colt but has an exposed look about him and will need a really smart performance to defy a tripleﬁgure mark on handicap debut.

2 SALLAAL (IRE) (48)

1-51 Ch c Frankel - Nahrain (Selkirk (USA))

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 100

9 6 (132)

SHEIKH AHMED AL MAKTOUM Ray Dawson

ROGER VARIAN, Newmarket

Groom - Asif Nazir (Breeder - Godolphin)

Draw 10

TIMEFORM VIEW Second novice win when landing short odds over 1m at Hamilton (good to ﬁrm) 7 weeks ago. Open to improvement for a stable which has already plundered a couple of leading 3-y-o handicaps this season.

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 97

3 TYCOON (GB) (28)

3-13 B c Kingman - Bufera (IRE) (King’s Best (USA))

D AMO RACING LIMITED

JOHN & THADY GOSDEN, Newmarket

Groom - Devi Singh (Breeder - Bjorn Nielsen)

9 6 (132)

David Egan

Draw 2

TIMEFORM VIEW Kingman colt who is going the right way, winning Windsor maiden over this trip before a creditable 71/2lengthsthirdof8toAmilocinListedraceatGoodwood(11f,good,14/1)28daysago.Changedhandsfor£600,000earlier in the week. Open to further progress

4 BEST SECRET (FR) (52)

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 97

9 4 (130)

343-21 B c Persian King (IRE) - Private Eye (FR) (American Post)

D WATHNAN RACING

S. WATTEL, France

Groom - Anthony Gasselin & Joanna Rinder (Breeder - Mme Hilary Erculiani)

James Doyle

Draw 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Showed improved form when a convincing winner on handicap debut at Longchamp (1 1/4m, good) at the end of April. Quicker ground now an unknown but he’s almost certainly capable of better.

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 95

The Golden Gates Stakes (Handicap) (Class 2) - continued

Form Owner Trainer st lb (lbs)

5 SERAPH GABRIEL (IRE) (57)

412-2 B c Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Archangel Gabriel (USA) (Arch (USA))

9 4 (130)

MARCSTOWN LTD Rossa Ryan

RALPH BECKETT, Kimpton Down

Groom - Samundra Singh (Breeder - Hunscote Stud Limited & Chris Humber)

Draw 16

TIMEFORM VIEW Improved again when very promising second of 8 in 1m Esher Cup on Sandown handicap debut and reappearance 8 weeks ago. Up in trip. Deﬁnitely more to come from him.

6 EL BURHAN (IRE) (44)

4113-1 B g New Bay - Sar Oiche (IRE) (Teoﬁlo (IRE))

TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 95

9 4 (130)

SHADWELL ESTATE COMPANY LTD Jim Crowley

GEORGE BOUGHEY, Newmarket

Groom - Dean Williams (Breeder - Deerpark Stud)

Draw 6

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful effort when edging a bunched ﬁnish in 7.5f Chester handicap on reappearance. Stamina on his dam’s side so this longer trip should be within range. Likely capable of better again.

7 BASALT (IRE) (28)

513-5 Gr c Pinatubo (IRE) - Alienate (Oasis Dream)

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 95

9 3 (129)

PRIMAVERA Luke Morris

ARCHIE WATSON, Upper Lambourn

Groom - Daniel McCormick. (Breeder - A. Stroud, T. Stewart & J. Hanly)

Draw 19

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressed well at 2 landing 1m Newcastle novice and signing off with a third of 5 in Listed race at Pontefract (1m, heavy). His 9 lengths ﬁfth in 11f Goodwood Listed on reappearance was creditable and this slightly shorter trip should suit now handicapping. First-time cheekpieces on. Drawn wide. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 94

8 AUREL (GER) (26)

1-41 B c Soldier Hollow - Achinora (Sleeping Indian)

D THE M TEAM

9 3 (129)

Richard Kingscote

RALPH BECKETT, Kimpton Down

Groom - Christopher Head (Breeder - Gestut Auenquelle)

Draw 9

TIMEFORM VIEW Made it 2 wins from 3 starts when shading a tight ﬁnish in 1 1/4m Leicester novice (good to ﬁrm) 26 days ago. While an opening mark of 94 isn’t obviously generous it would be no surprise to see this lightly-raced colt take another step forward.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 94

9 DAKOTA BLUE (FR) (35) 9 3 (129)

242-12 Ch g Sioux Nation (USA) - Sea Goddess (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

D MR PAUL D. SMITH

J. P. MURTAGH, Ireland

Groom - Ryan McKeever (Breeder - Snowdrop Stud Co Ltd)

Ben Coen

Draw 4

TIMEFORM VIEW Came good in Navan maiden over this trip (good to ﬁrm) on reappearance and stepped up on that form when narrowly denied in a handicap back there since. That may not prove his limit.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 94

The Golden Gates Stakes (Handicap) (Class 2) -

Form Owner

Trainer st lb (lbs)

10 QUAI DE BETHUNE (FR) (35) 9 2 (128)

3-1463 B c Persian King (IRE) - Edavanna (FR) (Wootton Bassett)

MR GARY GILLIES & TEAM VALOR Oisin Murphy

ANDREW BALDING, Kingsclere

Groom - Charlie Richards (Breeder - Ecurie X)

Draw 14

TIMEFORM VIEW AW maiden winner who made a very good start to his handicap career when 1 1/2 lengths third of 9 to Saddadd in strong London Gold Cup at Newbury (1 1/4m, ﬁrm) 5 weeks ago. Respected.

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 93

11 ERNST BLOFELD (IRE) (35)

3134 B c Frankel - Quidura (Dubawi (IRE))

D WATHNAN RACING

JOHN & THADY GOSDEN, Newmarket (Breeder - White Birch Farm, SC)

9 1 (127)

William Buick

Draw 18

TIMEFORM VIEW Has made good progress in 4 starts, ﬁnishing 1 3/4 lengths fourth of 9 to Saddadd in London Gold Cup at Newbury (1 1/4m, ﬁrm) 35 days ago. Cheekpieces added. Open to further progress but his draw could have been kinder.

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 92

12 ROOSEVELT (GB) (15)

010 B c Frankel - Materialistic (Oasis Dream)

9 1 (127)

MRS J MAGNIER/M TABOR/D SMITH/P M BRANT Ryan Moore

AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom - Anatoliy Komisar (Breeder - Fittocks Stud)

Draw 1

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 8-runner maiden at Leopardstown (1 1/2m, good) in May. A drop to 7f for his Fairyhouse handicap debut since backﬁred and he’s bettered judged on the Leopardstown win now returning to a more suitable trip.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 92

13 FANTAZY MAN (IRE) (23)

00611 Ch g Shaman (IRE) - Fanzine (Medicean)

9 1 (127)

D WATERHOUSE & BOTT SYNDICATE/S. GRANT Seamie Heffernan

J. P. MURTAGH, Ireland

Groom - Valerie Keatley (Breeder - Donal Commins Jnr)

Draw 12

TIMEFORM VIEW Has improved for cheekpieces, winning a Ballinrobe claimer and Fairyhouse handicap at around 1 1/4m last month. Further progress needed to complete the hat-trick in this ultra-competitive race but he’s going the right way.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 92

14 WAR SOCKS (GB) (31)

5031 Ch c Kameko (USA) - Courteous Crown (Helmet (AUS))

0 (126)

THE JC ORGANIZATION APS Silvestre De Sousa

NIELS PETERSEN, Norway

Groom - Carlos Toro & Kjell Iver Brekstad (Breeder - Wayne Clifford)

Draw 11

TIMEFORM VIEW Norwegian-trained colt who showed quite useful form when third to 2000 Guineas winner Ruling Court at Meydan (1m) in March. Has won a 1m conditions race in Sweden since. Tackles 1 1/4m for the ﬁrst time. Probably best watched.

TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 91

The Golden Gates Stakes (Handicap) (Class 2) - continued

Form Owner Trainer st lb (lbs) 813

15

THE KING’S FALCON (GB) (23) 8 13 (125)

42-21 B g Dubawi (IRE) - Desert Flyer (Shamardal (USA))

HM THE KING & HM THE QUEEN

(Shamardal KING THE

WILLIAM HAGGAS, Newmarket (Breeder - Queen Elizabeth II)

Draw 17

TIMEFORM VIEW 15/8, career best when winning 11-runner novice at Carlisle (9f, soft) 23 days ago. Makes handicap debut. Should be more to come from him. NON RUNNER. TFRIIIII Official BHA Rating 90

16 GLEN TO GLEN (IRE) (83) 8 13 (125)

64-13 B g Dawn Approach (IRE) - Galuminous (IRE) (Intense Focus (USA))

E S RACING

Dylan Browne McMonagle

JOSEPH PATRICK O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom - Pat McCabe (Breeder - J. S. Bolger)

Draw 15

TIMEFORM VIEW Progressive for Jim Bolger, winning his maiden over 6f before stepping up signiﬁcantly in trip to ﬁnish third of 16 on 1 1/4m Leopardstown handicap debut in March. That form has worked out and he’s an interesting new recruit for Joseph O’Brien. TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 90

17 BRINDAVAN (IRE) (42)

142-241 B g Belardo (IRE) - Cork Harbour (IRE) (Harbour Watch (IRE))

CD FIRST LIGHT RACING

S. P. C. WOODS, Newmarket

Groom - Gajendra Champawat (Breeder - T. Molan)

8 13 (125)

Colin Keane

Draw 7

TIMEFORM VIEW Consistent at 2 yrs and solid start to this season, landing a cosy win over C&D (ﬁrm) last month. Should remain competitive off 6lb higher.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 90

Result: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

Distances: 1-2 2-3 Time: Min . Secs.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 16

Tongue Strap worn ﬁrst time by No. 12. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn ﬁrst time by No. 3, 7, 11.

Blinkers worn by No. 1. Tongue Strap worn by No. 6. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 13.

Hood worn by No. 14.

Record Time: 2 mins 1.90 secs by The Fugue age 5 wt 8-11 good to ﬁrm, 18/06/14

Median Time: 2 mins 10.75 secs

2024: HAND OF GOD 3 9 0 William Buick 9-4 (Harry Charlton) 12 ran

Forecast: Correct as of 4.00pm (20.06.25)

3-1 Seraph Gabriel (IRE), 7-1 Best Secret (FR), 8-1 Glen To Glen (IRE), 9-1 El Burhan (IRE), Sallaal (IRE), 10-1 Ernst Blofeld (IRE), Roosevelt (GB), 11-1 Quai de Bethune (FR), 14-1 Aurel (GER), Dakota Blue (FR), 16-1 Fantazy Man (IRE), 20-1 Brindavan (IRE), Tycoon (GB), 33-1 Rock of Cashel (IRE), War Socks (GB), 40-1 Basalt (IRE)

Timeform Summary

SERAPH GABRIEL is drawn a bit wider than ideal but is still given the chance to build on the considerable promise of his Sandown reappearance second in the spring. Glen To Glen has switched to Joseph O’Brien since his good second in a warm Leopardstown handicap in March and is a potentially dangerous opponent. French raider Best Secret and London Gold Cup 3-4 Quai de Bethune and Ernst Blofeld also make the shortlist.

1. SERAPH GABRIEL (IRE) 2. GLEN TO GLEN (IRE) 3. BEST SECRET (FR)

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Equine Welfare at Royal Ascot

The safety and wellbeing of horses and jockeys is paramount at Royal Ascot and in recent years several major changes have been made to improve welfare standards.

Introduced for the first time at Royal Ascot 2022, every horse running throughout the week will undergo an enhanced pre-race examination carried out on arrival at the stables. The process involves:

• A cardiac assessment

• A trot up over 25 metres in a straight line

• An examination of the musculoskeletal system

These examinations are designed to support the work of the whole sport to reduce avoidable risk, adding an extra layer of protection so we know horses are lining up in the best possible health post-travel.

Ascot has invested significant amounts to improve equine welfare in recent years.

During the 2004-2006 redevelopment a safer racetrack was created by cambering the home and old paddock bends and removing the road crossings over the track.

In 2016, further improvements to equine welfare provision were made as part of a £700,000 project to create an enhanced unsaddling area. This benefits from extra space, maximum shade and is also equipped with equine misting fans to aid with post-race cooling of horses.

Five specifically qualified equine vets are on duty every day at Royal Ascot alongside three equine ambulances which are dedicated to the welfare of all the horses. During each race, vets follow the runners by car and can respond to and attend an incident generally within a minute – as fast as the paramedic teams responsible for jockeys.

For further information on safety and welfare in horse racing visit: horsepwr.co.uk

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.

The Queen Alexandra Stakes (GBBPlus Race)

Two Miles Five Furlongs Abt 143 Yards (21f abt 143yds) (Approx. 4,350 metres)

For Four Year Olds And Upwards

(Class 2) Advertised total prize fund £110,000

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 71)

Stalls - Inside

Owners Prize Money: Winner £46937, Second £23463, Third £11737, Fourth £5863. (Penalty Value £59400) A SS

Form Owner Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

1 SOBER (FR) (309) 6 9 7 (133)

205451- B g Camelot - Burma Sea (FR) (Lope de Vega (IRE))

OTI RACING & THE WHY KNOT PARTNERSHIP Ryan Moore

W. P. MULLINS, Ireland (Breeder - Wertheimer et Frere)

Draw 3

TIMEFORMVIEW Smartstayer on Flat in France for Andre Fabre(dual Group 2 winner)and perfect start sent hurdlingfor new yard when taking 5-runner Killarney novice (20.2f) on return to action 6 weeks ago. Top stable no stranger to success in this race and he’s of signiﬁcant interest.

TFRHHHHH Official BHA Rating 104

2 KING OF THE ROAD (IRE) (31)

6 9 4 (130)

B g Shirocco (GER) - Diamond Gesture (IRE) (Presenting)

ROCCO’S REBELS

BEN PAULING, Naunton

Groom - Lauren Carpenter (Breeder - M. Fahy)

David Probert

Draw 10

TIMEFORMVIEW FairwinninghandicaphurdlerwhogotbackonthescoresheetatTaunton(19f)in November.Creditable efforts on 2 of his 3 starts since, off 4 months prior to ﬁnishing fourth of 7 in handicap hurdle at Warwick (21f) 31 days ago. This looks a tough enough ask on debut in this sphere. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating -

3

SAMUI

(GB) (4)

2320-53 B g Siyouni (FR) - Appearance (Galileo (IRE))

MR ALLAN SNOW

6 9 4 (130)

Colin Keane

GORDON ELLIOTT, Ireland

Groom - Jack Madden (Breeder - Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum)

Draw 7

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful hurdler who was progressive in this code last term and he arrives having shaped well when third in the Copper Horse Handicap here 4 days ago, doing good late work behind a pair of thriving 4-y-os. No surprise to see him ﬁgure over this markedly longer trip.

TFRHHHHI Official BHA Rating 102

4 SCOTTISH ANTHEM (GB) (227) 6 9 4 (130)

634654- Gr g Lope de Vega (IRE) - Loch Ma Naire (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

MR JIM GILL

MICHAEL KEADY, Newmarket

Groom - Marco Sanna (Breeder - St Albans Bloodstock LLP)

Kyle McHugh

Draw 2

TIMEFORMVIEWIrresoluteperformerwhodidn’tkickonfromapromisingstartforSimon&EdCrisfordbutdidatleastshowsomeaptitudeforhurdling despitebeingpulleduponstabledebutatHuntingdon(19.6f)inMarch.However,hardtowarmtoinaracelikethisandhislosingrunstretchesbackto2022. STEWARDSNOTE:Followingitsrunon19/3/2025itwasreportedthatthehorsemadearespiratorynoise. TFRHHIII OfficialBHARating87

The Queen Alexandra Stakes (GBBPlus Race) (Class 2) -

Form Owner

5 TASHKHAN (IRE) (265)

Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

7 9 4 (130)

3/05030- B g Born To Sea (IRE) - Tarziyna (IRE) (Raven’s Pass (USA))

MR P. BOYLE Callum Shepherd

BRIAN ELLISON, Malton

Groom - Matt Brown (Breeder - His Highness The Aga Khan’s Studs S.C.)

Draw 4

TIMEFORM VIEW Smart performer at his peak (best with plenty of give underfoot) and standout effort of 2024 came when third at Chester (15.9f, soft) in September. Excuses when down the ﬁeld at the Curragh ﬁnal start and whilst he boasts a decent record when fresh, conditions may be livelier than ideal.

TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 106

6 TROOPER BISDEE (IRE) (29)

11040-5 Ch g Australia - Merritt Island (Exceed And Excel (AUS))

5 9 4 (130)

MR & MRS JOHN KELSEY-FRY Luke Morris

SIR MARK PRESCOTT BT, Newmarket (Breeder - Mr J. Kelsey Fry)

Draw 9

TIMEFORM VIEW Won 6 of his ﬁrst 9 handicaps at up to 18f but the assessor appeared to catch up with him during second half of last season. Resumed from 7 months off with an encouraging ﬁfth at Goodwood (2m) 4 weeks ago however, and he’s got an each-way squeak. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 90

7 YOUTHFUL KING (GB) (7)

6 9 4 (130)

034621 B g Fountain of Youth (IRE) - Lady Moscou (IRE) (Sir Percy)

MR RICHARD L PAGE & MR LUKE DACE Jack Dace

LUKE DACE, Billingshurst

Groom - Jude Fernandes (Breeder - Bearstone Stud Limited)

Draw 8

TIMEFORM VIEW Reacted well to the application of a hood, building on the promise of his Salisbury second when going one place better in 10-runner handicap at Sandown (14f, good to ﬁrm) 7 days ago. This will demand a good deal more over this much longer trip, though. TFRHHIII Official BHA Rating 89

DALLAS

STAR (FR) (22) 4 9 3 (129)

0-14623 B c Cloth of Stars (IRE) - Agathe Rare (IRE) (Sadler’s Wells (USA))

AMO RACING LIMITED David Egan

ADRIAN MURRAY, Ireland

(Breeder - E. Dieuaide & Domaine Billard Et Fils)

Draw 1

TIMEFORM VIEW Useful colt. Made winning return at Dundalk in February and largely run with credit since, third of 8 in Listed race at Down Royal (2m) last month. Holds claims on these terms if seeing out this longer trip but both career victories on turf have come on soft/heavy. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 101

9 PARADOXICAL (IRE) (21) 4 9 3 (129)

120600 B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Love And Laughter (IRE) (Theatrical)

YOULNEVERDRINKALONE

JENNIE CANDLISH, Leek

Groom - Ruby Tweets (Breeder - K. and Mrs Cullen)

Warren Fentiman

Draw 5

TIMEFORM VIEW Most progressive on AW this winter, winning 6 times at up to 1 1/2m. However, arrives here having finished well held on his last 2 starts back on turf and he has loads to find on these terms upped significantly in trip. TFRHIIII Official BHA Rating 75

The Queen Alexandra Stakes (GBBPlus Race) (Class 2) -

Form Owner Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

10 TOBY TOPS (GB) (32)

611313 B g Siyouni (FR) - Kiss Me Not (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

4 9 3 (129)

C BF MR PAUL GOONAN George Wood DYLAN CUNHA, Newmarket

Groom - Mark Bent (Breeder - Ecurie Monceaux/Rifa Mustang)

Draw 6

TIMEFORMVIEWRaisedhisgamewhenlandingback-to-backhandicapsatupto2minMarch/April.Furtherprogresswhentakinganapprenticeriders’race here(2m)inMayandpossiblyfoundracecomingtoosoonwhenlastof3atNottingham32daysago.However,hardtoenvisagehimplayingapartontheseterms. STEWARDSNOTE:Followingitsrunon20/5/2025itwasreportedthatthehorserantoosoonafteritslasttrip. TFRHIIII OfficialBHARating69

11 WILD WAVES (IRE) (19)

046-004 Ch g Crystal Ocean - Guenea (Sinndar (IRE))

4 9 3 (129)

JEREMY & GERMAINE HITCHINS Oisin Murphy ANDREW BALDING, Kingsclere

Groom - Ryan Gradwell (Breeder - Guenea Partnership)

Draw 11

TIMEFORM VIEW Won ﬁrst 2 handicap starts last season and later a strong-ﬁnishing fourth in the Melrose at York (13.8f). Gelded over the winter and not kicked on so far this term, last of 4 in Listed race at Rome (11.9f) 19 days ago. Still, not one to write off yet now tackling this much longer trip. TFRHHHII Official BHA Rating 99

Result: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

Distances: 1-2 2-3

Time: Min . Secs.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 11

Hood worn by No. 7, 11. Tongue Strap worn by No. 3, 4. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn by No. 10.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 3, 9.

Record Time: 4 mins 45.24 secs by Pallasator age 9 wt 9-2 good to ﬁrm, 23/06/18

Median Time: 4 mins 52.56 secs

2024: UXMAL (IRE) 5 9 4 Dylan Browne McMonagle 2-1 (Joseph Patrick O’Brien) 9 ran

Forecast: Correct as of 4.00pm (20.06.25)

10-11 Sober (FR), 5-1 Wild Waves (IRE), 11-2 Samui (GB), 8-1 Dallas Star (FR), 14-1 Tashkhan (IRE), Trooper Bisdee (IRE), 25-1 King of The Road (IRE), 33-1 Youthful King (GB), 66-1 Scottish Anthem (GB), 100-1 Paradoxical (IRE), Toby Tops (GB)

Timeform Summary

A smart stayer on the Flat in France for Andre Fabre (dual Group 2 winner), SOBER made the perfect start for his new yard when successful over hurdles at Killarney 6 weeks ago. He makes plenty of appeal returned to this sphere for a stable that has won this race 4 times Samui was an encouraging third in a handicap over shorter here earlier in the week and is feared. Wild Waves and Dallas Star are others in the mix.

1. SOBER (FR) 2. SAMUI

3. WILD WAVES (IRE)

Breeders’ Cup Challenge Races at Royal Ascot

Winners of the following races will earn automatic berths, travel and paid entry fees into the equivalent races at the 2025 Breeders’ Cup World Championships at Del Mar:

• The Queen Anne Stakes

• The King Charles III Stakes

• The Prince of Wales’s Stakes

• The Norfolk Stakes

All four races will be televised live and streamed in the U.S. as part of NBC Sports Group’s live coverage of Royal Ascot.

The Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series presented by America’s Best Racing consists of the best races from around the world and awards each winner an automatic and free entry into the Breeders’ Cup World Championships

It’s simple, they win and they’re in.

In recent history, Queen Anne Stakes winners Barathea and Goldikova have gone on to win the Breeders’ Cup Mile while Prince of Wales’s Stakes winners Fantastic Light and Highland Reel went on to be successful in the Breeders’ Cup Turf.

The winner of the Group 2 Norfolk Stakes, for two-year-olds over ﬁve furlongs, will receive a free berth into the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint while the King Charles III Stakes victor gains an automatic berth into the Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint, which will be run at 5 1/2 furlongs

Last year Shareholder won the Norfolk Stakes on his second start but was unable to follow up that success in Del Mar – in fact, the horse that ﬁnished third in the Norfolk Stakes, Arizona Blaze, was second behind Magnum Force in the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint, with Whistlejacket and Aesterius also running well in both races

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Ascot Racecourse has significant security measures in place to ensure your safety, comfort and enjoyment. However, should an incident occur which is beyond our control, it is important that you are aware of how we intend to look after you in the event of an emergency.

If a situation requires a partial or full evacuation of the racecourse or Grandstand, announcements will be broadcast and stewards will undertake the responsibility of directing you to a place of safety; please leave the area as directed quickly and quietly under the guidance of our stewards.

The evacuation procedures have been carefully planned to lead you to a safe area. It may give you some peace of mind if you pre-plan an agreed meeting place just in case you become separated from your party.

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If you have any concerns regarding safety or security please raise this with a member of our team.

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Position of Stalls

Straight Course - Centre Round Course - Inside

Racing Notices

Racecard, Form Guide and Rating

The racecard is designed and compiled by Weatherbys Under each horse, the form is given followed by its official BHA Rating. The form guide is compiled by Timeform.

Race Information

The information provided about the runners, riders and races has been added for the convenience of the public but are subject to change. The betting forecast is compiled the day before racing and as such may be different to prices you see on the day.

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Abandonment Policy

In the event of racing being abandoned, refunds on entrance money and car parks will only be made in the following circumstances:

a) Abandonment before the running of the ﬁrst race – full refund.

b) Abandonment before the third or feature race, whichever is later – 50% refund. For the policy on hospitality bookings please visit ascot.com

In the event of an abandonment please do not contact the racecourse, we will be in touch with next steps and any actions required.

Note

Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of all information in our racecards, neither the racecourse nor its publishers, Weatherbys, can be held responsible for any errors which may occur.

We are delighted to welcome the Beaverbrook Balloons to Royal Ascot 2025.

Race Conditions

First Race 2.30 - THE CHESHAM STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (see page 30)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code; £62381 to the winning horse, the second to receive £23650, the third £11836, the fourth £5896, the ﬁfth £2959 and the sixth £1485. For two-year-olds only, whose SIRE won a race of a mile and a quarter or over (this includes races in excess of nine furlongs and 110 yards and in excess of 1900m). SEVEN FURLONGS (7f ) (1,400 metres). Enter by noon, June 16th and pay £550 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 5lb, ﬁllies 9st. Penalties, a winner of a Listed race 3lb, of a Pattern race 5lb. 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 Ascot Racecourse Ltd. 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. 11 entries at £550. Closed

June 16th, 2025

Second Race 3.05 - THE HARDWICKE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 2) (see page 34)

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 four-year-olds and upwards. ONE MILE about FOUR FURLONGS (2,300 metres) Swinley (Round Course) (11f abt 211yds). Enter by noon, June 16th and pay £2500 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 3lb, fillies 9st. 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 Ascot Racecourse Ltd. 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). 18 entries at £2500. Closed June 16th, 2025 Third Race 3.40 - THE QUEEN ELIZABETH II JUBILEE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 1) (see page 38) Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code; £567100 to the winning horse, the second to receive £215000, the third £107600, the fourth £53600, the fifth £26900 and the sixth £13500. For four-year-olds and upwards. SIX FURLONGS (6f ) (1,200 metres). Enter by noon, April 29th and pay £4370 stake; Scratch by noon, May 27th or pay £5000; Confirm by noon, June 16th and pay £3130, Supplementary Entry by noon, June 16th and pay £70000 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 5lb, fillies 9st 2lb. 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, jockey and stable employee. 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 Ascot Racecourse Ltd. 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). 39 entries, 14 at £4370, 7 at £9370, 18 at £12500. Closed April 29th, 2025 Fourth Race 4.20 - THE JERSEY STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 3) (see page 42)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code; £85065 to the winning horse, the second to receive £32250, the third £16140, the fourth £8040, the ﬁfth £4035 and the sixth £2025. For three-year-olds only. SEVEN FURLONGS (7f ) (1,400 metres). Enter by noon, June 16th and pay £1500 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 3lb; ﬁllies 9st. Penalties, after August 31st, 2024, a winner of a Group 3 race 3lb, of a Group 1 or Group 2 race 5lb. 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 Ascot Racecourse Ltd. 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. 26 entries at £1500. Closed June 16th, 2025

Fifth Race 5.00 - THE WOKINGHAM STAKES (CLASS 2) (Heritage Handicap) (see page 46)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code; £90195 to the winning horse, the second to receive £42297, the third £21157, the fourth £10570, the ﬁfth £5285 and the sixth £2642. For three-year-olds and upwards, rated 0-110 SIX FURLONGS (6f ) (1,200 metres). Enter by noon, May 20th and pay £295 stake, scratch by noon, June 3rd or pay £375, conﬁrm by noon, June 16th and pay £195, declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 12lb. Penalties, after May 24th, 2025, a winner of a race 5lb, of 2 races 8lb. 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 Ascot Racecourse Ltd. 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 www2.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. 66 entries, 9 at £295, 22 at £670, 35 at £865 Closed May 20th, 2025 Sixth Race 5.35 - THE GOLDEN GATES STAKES (CLASS 2) (Handicap) (see page 54)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code; £56694 to the winning horse, the second to receive £26587, the third £13299, the fourth £6644, the ﬁfth £3322 and the sixth £1661. For three-year-olds only, rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions). ONE MILE abt TWO FURLONGS (9f abt 212yds) (1,900 metres). Enter by noon, June 16th and pay £550 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb; Highest weight not less than 9st 9lb Penalties, after June 14th, 2025, 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 Ascot Racecourse Ltd. 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 16 runners plus three reserves. The three reserves will be nominated as R17, R18 and R19. 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. 35 entries at £550 Closed June 16th, 2025 Seventh Race 6.10 - THE QUEEN ALEXANDRA STAKES (CLASS 2 CONDITIONS RACE) (GBBPlus Race) (see page 60)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code; £59400 to the winning horse, the second to receive £27885, the third £13948 and the fourth £6974. For four-year-olds and upwards. TWO MILES FIVE FURLONGS abt 143 YARDS (21f abt 143yds) (4,300 metres). Enter by noon, June 16th and pay £550 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. June 19th. Weights: 4-y-o colts and geldings 9st 3lb, fillies 8st 12lb; 5-y-o and up colts and geldings 9st 4lb, fillies 8st 13lb Penalties, after June 17th, 2024, for each Class 2 weight-for-age or Class 3 weightfor-age race won 3lb, for each Class 1 weight-for-age race won 5lb (Penalties cumulative and maximum penalty 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 Ascot Racecourse Ltd. 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. For the purposes of future penalties and qualification, this race will be treated as a Conditions Stakes race. ELIMINATION: If elimination is necessary from this race, the elimination sequence will be determined by the Elimination and Balloting Procedures (contained in the Race Administration Code) 23 entries at £550 Closed June 16th, 2025

Royal Ascot Fifth Day

Saturday

Ascot Board of Directors

Sir Francis Brooke Bt. o

21st June 2025

(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 Michael Andrews

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

Judges

David Hicks & Guy Lewis

Veterinary Officers

Sally Bainton, Katherine Byam-Cook, Amy Hawthorn, Mark Tabachnik,

Clerks of the Scales

Robert Cuthbert & Graham Ford

Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers

Darren Stone, Suzanne Feltham, Steve Fox, Christine Hannaford, Mark Lashly, Carol Leggett, Christopher Maiden, Vince McKevitt, Will Seely,

Ian McGregor CVO o*†

Nick Smith LVO o*†

Jonathan Parker o*

Jonathan Gregory *

Sam Thompson*

Christopher Collard †

Assistant Steward Chris Hill

Raceday Assistants Ben Ford & Kate Smith

Medical Officers

Dr Peter Johnson, Dr Roger Goulds, Dr Henry Knott, Dr Amy Lambert, Dr Guy Mitchell, Dr Ramy Saker

Veterinary Surgeons

Simon Knapp, CVO, BVetMed,BSc, MRCVS

Bobby McEwen, BVSc, MRCVS

Jamie Knapp, BVSc, MRCVS

Alex Weller, BVSc, MRCVS

Ian Wright, BVSc, MRCVS

Commentator

David Fitzgerald & Simon Holt

Betting Ring Managers

Andrew Boardley, Andy Collins, Duncan Lillywhite, Grant Newman, Sarah Woodborne

Designated Safeguarding Lead

Ian McGregor CVO

Director of:

oAscot Authority (Holdings) Limited

*Ascot Racecourse Limited

†Ascot Racecourse Betting & Gaming Limited