The Ascot Stakes

The Ascot Stakes is a flat handicap horse race run on the opening day of the Royal Ascot which is open to horses aged four years or older.

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Ascot Stakes Tips

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Indicated odds were updated on 2024-05-20 4:38:05 UTC. Please note that odds are subject to change.
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About the Ascot Stakes

The Ascot Stakes is a handicap open to 4-year-old and above racehorses, and the first handicap run at the Royal Meeting every year. The Ascot Stakes is also the joint longest distance race run at Royal Ascot, covering the same 2 mile 3 furlong 210 yard distance as the Gold Cup. The horses that compete in the race carry modest ratings, and a win in the Ascot Stakes is typically a career highlight.

Betting on the Ascot Stakes

If you’re looking for a shortcut for betting on the Ascot Stakes, go with an each-way bet on the market favourite if priced over 4/1. The favourite wins or places often enough that you’re in with a solid chance of a payout. Otherwise you’ll need to assess each entry individually to filter for horses who are either proven stayers or have shown staying capacity, and are comfortable with weight and conditions on the day.

Recent Winners

YearWinnerAgeWgtJockeyTrainer
2023Ahorsewithnoname809-08William BuickNicky Henderson
2022Coltrane509-05Callum HutchinsonAndrew Balding
2021Reshoun709-07William BuickIan Williams
2020Coeur De Lion708-10Thore Hammer HansenAlan King
2019The Grand Visir509-10Richard KingscoteIan Williams