The King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes takes centre stage at Ascot this weekend, with a talented field of nine runners set to battle it out for one of the biggest prizes of the Flat season.
Multiple Group 1-winning jockey Rossa Ryan has been handed a 28-day suspension after stewards ruled he failed to ride Thunder Home out to the finish in Thursday’s 7f maiden at Sandown.
Aidan O’Brien will have a strong hand in Saturday’s King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot, with the Ballydoyle trainer declaring four runners for one of the biggest races of the Flat season.
The King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes is one of the biggest headlines of the Flat season, with some of the sport’s greatest horses having etched their names into Ascot history.
Royal Ascot is one of the biggest events in the British sporting calendar, combining world-class horse racing with centuries of tradition, fashion and royal heritage.
Aidan O’Brien heads into Saturday’s King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes with a strong hand, but the Ballydole trainer will be looking to overcome two unwanted trends as he bids to claim the famous Ascot prize for the first time in a decade.
From the historic venues of Britain such as Ascot Racecourse, Aintree Racecourse and Epsom Downs Racecourse to the world’s biggest meetings in America, Ireland, France and beyond, the sport has seen countless riders create unforgettable moments.
The Epsom Derby is one of the most famous and historic events in world horse racing. First staged in 1780, the prestigious Classic has produced some of the sport’s greatest champions, legendary jockeys and unforgettable moments throughout its long history.
The latest boost represents a 25 per cent increase on next year’s renewal and doubles the value of the race compared to 2024, as Ascot continues its drive to strengthen one of Britain’s flagship Flat contests.
Defending champion Calandagan heads the 10 confirmed runners for Saturday’s King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot as connections prepare for one of the highlights of the Flat racing season.
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