Royal Ascot is the pinnacle of Europe’s premier Flat racing season. The headline event is highlighted by eight Group 1 contests, ranging from the five-furlong King Charles III Stakes to the historic Gold Cup, which are the forefront of five days of world-class racing.
Once again, the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot has come around, a testing 2m4f run awaits racehorses and jockeys as they look to etch their names into the history books.
Australian Group 1 winner Lady Of Camelot has been ruled out of a planned trip to Royal Ascot after a freak stingray injury sustained during a beach outing in Brisbane, with her racing future now hanging in the balance.
What does it take for a racehorse to be remembered forever? Is it flawless records, impossible comebacks, or the ability to dominate the very best across generations? From National Hunt legends to flat racing icons, this countdown ranks ten of the greatest racehorses ever to grace the turf.
The 2026 renewal of Ascot Trials Day takes place on Friday 1st May, marking a significant change to the traditional midweek schedule as the fixture moves to a permanent Friday slot following adjustments in the wider British racing calendar and scheduling coordination with Musselburgh Racecourse.
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