Royal Ascot Racecard - Wednesday 19th June

ROYAL ASCOT

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

1.45pm - Leading Jockeys

Today’s leading jockeys will be introduced to the crowd in the Parade Ring ahead of racing.

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 Group 2 Queen Mary Stakes, a competitive sprint for two-year-old fillies

4.25pm – Feature Race

A parade of the runners for the Prince of Wales’s Stakes will take place in front of the Grandstand. One of the headline races of the week, this Group 1 contest is worth £1 million in prize money and is often one of the best middle distances races run anywhere in the world.

6.15pm – Last Race

The final race today is the Windsor Castle Stakes, run over the minimum distance of five furlongs and restricted to two-year-olds.

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.

Windsor Enclosure – After party with DJ Toby Anstis until 7.15pm.

9.00pm – Car Parks Close

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. 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.

Last year, King Charles III and Queen Camilla attended their first Royal Ascot as King and Queen, with His Majesty The King the 13th monarch to oversee the running of Ascot Racecourse. It was a memorable one for Their Majesties as Desert Hero won the King George V Stakes, their first winner at the Royal Meeting as owners.

In 2024, The King’s Stand Stakes is set to be run as The King Charles III Stakes for the first time, after being permanently renamed with the kind permission of His Majesty.

2023 also saw Frankie Dettori wave farewell to Royal Ascot in unforgettable style, winning the Gold Cup on-board Courage Mon Ami for his 79th winner at the Royal Meeting. He would add two more victories that week before leaving to ride in the USA at the end of the year

This year, prize money at the Royal Meeting reaches eight figures with the total fund across all 35 races in excess of £10 million, an increase of more than 5% on 2023’s figures. 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.

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Welcoming our Local Community

As part of our Ascot Racecourse Supports community and charity programme, last year we launched a dedicated schools viewing and picnic area on Ascot Heath to celebrate the Coronation year. For 2024, we have increased the capacity and today are delighted to welcome 500 students who will be able to enjoy a front row view of the Royal Procession. The children can also experience a race at Ascot with our virtual reality and mechanical horse activity.

This initiative forms part of our wider schools’ engagement programme which includes annual art, fashion, photography and baking competitions, in addition to career talks and history tours.

Today, we look forward to welcoming 500 residents from our local community who were successful in the annual local resident ticket ballot to win a pair of Queen Anne Enclosure tickets.

Emergency Procedures

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.

If we are unable to re-occupy the evacuated area for any reason, you will be notified immediately. If it is considered safe to do so, you will be invited to return to your car or coach.

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

Thank you.

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.

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 or Queen Anne Enclosure will be taken to the Queen Anne Reception, in the Village and Windsor Enclosure to the Left Luggage points, for collection before 7.00pm. After 7.00pm, please email Lost.Property@ascot.com or call 0344 346 3000 (Monday-Friday).

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 – Opposite the Hayworth Bar

Windsor Enclosure – Ascot Avenue Food Market

*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

Trophy Presenters

We are delighted to welcome the following here today

The Queen Mary Stakes Presentation by Mr Luke Donald MBE

Luke Donald is one of the UK’s most renowned golfers, winning 5 times on the PGA Tour, 7 times on the DP World Tour, and in 2011 was World Number 1 winning the money lists on both Tours. Most recently, Luke captained the European team to victory at The 2023 Ryder Cup in Rome and is also making history by becoming the first person since Bernard Gallacher to remain captain for The 2025 Ryder Cup in New York. Luke continues to compete but is also expanding his career as an NBC commentator and keynote speaker. Luke was born and brought up in the UK but now lives in Florida with his wife, Diane, and three daughters.

The Queen’s Vase Presentation by Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester

The Duke of Cambridge Stakes Presentation by Her Royal Highness Princess Eugenie

The Prince of Wales’s Stakes Presentation by His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales

The Royal Hunt Cup Presentation by Mr Ben Callegari

Ben Callegari is Brand Manager of Longines UK & Ireland. Having spent 15 years in the watch and jewellery industry, he joined Longines in January 2024 after leading one of Swatch Group’s sister brands for the past 4 years.

The Kensington Palace Stakes Presentation by Mrs Gerard de Thame

Rachel de Thame is a broadcaster, writer and gardener. She is a regular presenter on BBC Gardeners’ World and the Royal Horticultural Society Flower Show coverage, the author of gardening books and a magazine columnist. Design projects include the Chelsea Flower Show and the Thames Diamond Jubilee Pageant Royal Barge. Rachel curated the RHS London Rose Show and speaks at The Ashmolean Museum, The Garden Museum, Highgrove, Oxford Botanic Garden and The Royal Geographical Society. Rachel is Vice President of Plantlife, a National Garden Scheme Ambassador, and Patron of the British Iris Society. Gardening for wellness and wildlife is her particular passion.

The Windsor Castle Stakes Presentation by Mr Mark Johnston

Mark Johnston is one of Britain’s leading trainers, having become the first Flat trainer to send out more than 200 winners in a season (2009). He reached his 4,000th winner in 2017 and is only the third trainer in either code to do so. In 2018 Johnston became the most successful British Flat trainer of all time when Frankie Dettori rode Poet’s Society at York and in August 2022 took that number to 5,000 when Dubai Mile won at Kempton Park. In January 2022 Johnston’s son and assistant, Charlie, joined him as joint training licence holder, with the pair being responsible for 176 winners that year. In December 2022 Mark announced that he would step down, leaving Charlie as the sole trainer with himself as assistant trainer, stressing that he was not retiring and the partnership would continue as before.

Race Histories

2.30pm The Queen Mary Stakes (Group 2)

Named after the consort of King George V, this race was first run in 1921. The Queen Mary Stakes is the first major race of the season exclusively for two-year-old fillies. Run over the minimum distance of five furlongs and promoted to Group 2 status in 2004, it provides a useful opportunity to assess their ability and potential to perform at Group 1 level. American trainer Wesley Ward has an exceptional record in the race having saddled the winner four times since 2009, including most recently with Campanelle in 2020.

3.05pm The Queen’s Vase (Group 2)

Promoted to Group 2 in 2017, the race was named to honour Queen Victoria and first run in 1838. This race became the King’s Vase in 1903 and reverted to its original name of the Queen’s Vase on the succession of Queen Elizabeth II. Run over a-mile-and-three-quarters, this contest provides a test of stamina for three-year-olds and winners of the race often go on to compete in the Gold Cup in future years. Estimate, owned by Queen Elizabeth II, and star stayer Stradivarius are the most recent Queen’s Vase winners (2012 and 2017 respectively) to win the historic Gold Cup in subsequent seasons.

3.45pm The Duke of Cambridge Stakes (Group 2)

Run as the Windsor Forest Stakes until 2013, this race was a new addition to the Royal Meeting in 2004 and part of an industry-wide initiative to encourage connections of the leading Classic generation fillies from the previous year to keep their stars in training. It is open only to fillies and mares aged four and over. As a Group 2 race, Group 1 winners carry a penalty, so the option of the Group 1 Queen Anne Stakes, where no penalties are carried, is still open to the very best fillies.

4.25pm The Prince of Wales’s Stakes (Group 1) (British Champion Series)

The Prince of Wales’s Stakes, first run at Royal Ascot in 1862, is named after the son of Queen Victoria (later to become King Edward VII). Originally staged over a mile and five furlongs, the race often attracted horses that had participated in the Classics. There was no Prince of Wales’s Stakes from 1946 until 1968, a year before the Prince of Wales’s investiture in 1969, then it was reintroduced and the distance changed to one mile and two furlongs. In 2000, The Prince of Wales’s Stakes was upgraded to Group 1 status and restricted to four-year-olds and upwards. The race is now worth £1 million in prize money and is one of the features of the week.

5.05pm

The Royal Hunt Cup (Heritage Handicap)

The Royal Hunt Cup always provides one of the greatest spectacles of the Royal Meeting as a maximum field thunders up Ascot’s Straight Mile course for one of the biggest betting races of the season. First run in 1843, it was originally staged over seven furlongs and 155 yards. The current distance of a mile was established in 1955 when the Straight course was realigned as part of the previous redevelopment.

5.40pm

The Kensington Palace Stakes (Class 2 Handicap)

A new handicap introduced for the first time in 2021 to be run over the Old Mile for four-year-old and upwards fillies and mares. Kensington Palace, set in Kensington Gardens, has been a residence for members of the Royal Family since the 17th century. The inaugural winner was Lola Showgirl, a first Royal Ascot winner for trainer David Loughnane and jockey Laura Pearson.

6.15pm

The Windsor Castle Stakes (Listed)

First run in 1839 over the Straight Mile course, this race was originally designed to attract three-year-old colts and fillies that had competed in the early season Classics. It is now run over the minimum distance of five furlongs and restricted to two-year-olds. The 2020 renewal was won by Tactical for Queen Elizabeth II, a home bred son of Toronado Trained by Andrew Balding and ridden by James Doyle, he was Queen Elizabeth II’s 24th and final winner at the Royal Meeting.

A Heroes’ Welcome

SUPPORTING EVERY MEMBER OF THE MILITARY FAMILY

Ascot Racecourse is again proud to welcome the three principal single service Armed Forces charities to Royal Ascot, namely the Army Benevolent Fund, the RAF Benevolent Fund and the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity.

Each charity works tirelessly to support military personnel, past and present, and their families in times of need with a wide range of practical, emotional and financial support. They would not, however be able to provide this vital level of care without the public’s help.

Our long-term support of the charities includes a donation from the sale of certain beverages across our enclosures during Royal Ascot, which over the past seven years has totalled more than £282,000. This includes a percentage of sales donated from on-site concessionaires and bucket collections. In addition, we provide 2-for-1 ticket offers for all serving military and a dedicated Armed Forces Bar for those in attendance.

The charities are our official bucket collectors today and you will see many of their volunteers across the site. Please donate if you are able.

We thank you for your support.

Army Benevolent Fund – Darren’s Story

Darren served in the Army for over 17 years and was wounded by an IED in Afghanistan. After years of operations, his left leg was amputated below the knee.

ABF funded a personal trainer course, which helped him to become a rugby coach and garden adaptations to enable better wheelchair access

Longines presents the Official Watch of Royal Ascot 2024 – a model from the CONQUEST collection

At this year’s Royal Ascot, Longines is proud to present a unique watch from its Conquest collection. This 42mm chronograph version with a sunray champagne dial is powered by an exclusive Longines self-winding mechanical movement. Known for its sporty elegance and robustness for everyday use, the Conquest collection celebrates its 70th anniversary this year.

Elegance isn’t reserved for special occasions. The ultimate everyday watch, Conquest, says it loud and clear. An evocation of daring and of creative spirit, the collection was the first Longines watch line to have its name protected, in 1954, by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (IPI). Over time, the Conquest line has evolved in terms of design and technology, while remaining true to its original spirit, a blend of boldness, timelessness and sporty elegance.

This chronograph is driven by an exclusive Longines self-winding mechanical movement equipped with a silicon balance-spring and new components made of non-magnetic material. Presented in a 42 mm steel case water-resistant up to 10 bar (100 m), it features a snailed champagne sunray dial with rhodium-plated hands, applied rhodium-plated hour markers and Super-LumiNova® treatment at 3, 6, 9 and 12 o’clock. The sub-second dial and the counters are in the same black colour as the ceramic tachymetric bezel for added contrast. The watch comes with a stainless steel bracelet.

This Conquest model is also available with a choice of dial colours and matching rubber straps.

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)

5f (2yo)

5f

6f (2yo)

6f

7f (2yo)

7f

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

Miss Andretti - 57.44 seconds - 2007 King’s Stand Stakes

Rajasinghe - 1 min 12.39 seconds - 2017 Coventry Stakes

Blue Point - 1 min 11.05 seconds - 2017 Pavilion Stakes

Pinatubo - 1 min 25.73 seconds - 2019 Chesham Stakes

Galician - 1 min 24.28 seconds - 2013 International

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

Kew Gardens - 3 mins 0.89 seconds - 2018 Queen’s Vase

Mizzou - 3 mins 24.12 seconds - 2015 Sagaro Stakes

Rite of Passage - 4 mins 16.92 secs - 2010 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 2024 Flat season. These will be indicated in yellow as the season progresses.

My First Royal Ascot Winner: Mick Appleby

Spend a few minutes in the company of trainer Mick Appleby and you are left in no doubt just how much his first Royal Ascot winner last year with Big Evs meant to him.

It had been quite a journey to the Windsor Castle Stakes for the boy from Barnsley but one with potential to get even better given Big Evs went on to win the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint in California in November to give Rutland-based Appleby his first Group 1 race success.

Appleby said, “It is still sometimes quite hard to believe what happened. A Royal Ascot winner was something we’d always wanted. We have had placed horses there and been successful at the track, including at the Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup meeting. But we had never had a winner at the Royal Meeting.

“To go on and be successful at Glorious Goodwood as well – we had never had a winner there either – and then top it off with the win at the Breeders’ Cup, days like those make all the hard work worth it.”

Appleby’sjoy wasshared by the sport becausethe Big Evs story was also compelling and poignant.

Owner Paul Teasdale, who had only just begun supporting Appleby following the retirement

By Marcus Townend

of his previous trainer Les Eyre, had named the son of three-time Royal Ascot winner Blue Point after his larger-than-life pal of 40 years Paul Evans, who died of lung cancer six months before the Royal Ascot success.

Some of the sport’s biggest operations dangled their cheque books in front of Teasdale and started talking telephone numbers when Big Evs started winning but none could tempt the owner to part with the horse of a lifetime he was so emotionally connected to.

Big Evs had only been in Appleby’s stable for a few weeks when he told Teasdale that he had unearthed a gold nugget

Appleby recalled: “We have never really had too many two-year-olds but as soon as we started working Big Evs we knew he was something special. No other two-year-old in the yard could go with him.

“He had to work with good older horses –the likes of Raasel and Annaf – after a month when we started doing proper work with him.

“We thought he’d win on his Redcar debut but on the day if you were drawn stands side you had no chance whatsoever. He had to cut across and do a lot of work early on which probably cost him the race.

“We did fancy him going into Ascot but there was no pressure. It wasn’t like he was favourite. He’d been written off as a no-hoper but I had a little bet on him at 50-1.

“When you watch the Windsor Castle Stakes back he is up near the front all the time but the commentator didn’t pick him up until half-way. He didn’t give us a mention but it was just amazing watching it.”

If the Big Evs story seems unlikely, Appleby’s stretches credulity to its limits. His publican grandfather had taken him racing to Doncaster and Pontefract as a kid so, bereft of ideas what to do when he left school and only weighing seven stone, he went to jockey school.

Even then Appleby knew that it was training racehorses rather than riding them that interested him so he worked for a clutch of trainers including Roger Curtis and the eccentric John Manners with a plan in his mind.

He said: “I thought I would work for as many trainers as I could and I don’t think I stayed with any trainer more than two years. People thought it was because I couldn’t hold a job but I wanted to try to pick things up from them all.”

But when he first dipped his toe in the training water, it was a sobering experience.“I was based near Stratford in a small yard We had bad horses and no facilities. One of our main gallops was on a grass verge by the side of the road. We couldn’t make it pay. ”

What followed for Appleby was a spell as head lad to Andrew Balding and even, when feeling sour about racing, a stint running his father’s bar in Ibiza before the lure of the sport proved too much and he was tempted back.

There were still bumps in the road but Appleby has risen through the ranks in the ultimate results business by successfully trading in the most important currency in racing – winners

His stable is full with 105 horses and Big Evs’ successes have resulted in Arab owners joining his list of patrons for the first time after being sent three yearlings by Rabbah Bloodstock.

As for Big Evs, a return to Royal Ascot was the target from the start of the season.

He made a successful reappearance in the Westow Stakes at York, and yesterday he ran with credit in the King Charles III Stakes to finish a close-up third behind Australian mare Asfoora.

Said Appleby: “He has run very well. He showed a lot of speed early on and the stiff finish just caught up with him in the last 100 yards. He’s taking on the older horses, the best sprinters in the world, and he’s held his own against them He’s only going to improve on that as he gets older. He is rapid and he’s better on a quicker five, so we’ll possibly go back to Goodwood, and then hopefully back to the Breeders’ Cup.”

An exciting future for the speedy colt who has made so many unforgettable memories already.

The Prince of Wales’s Stakes

THE LAST WINNERS HAD 31 GROUP

WINS BETWEEN THEM

1

SINCE THE RACE WAS UPGRADED TO A GROUP 1,

21 OF THE 24 WINNERS HAD CONTESTED A GROUP 1 LAST-TIME-OUT

8 OF THE LAST 10 WINNERS WERE PLACED ON THEIR PREVIOUS START

3 OF THE LAST 10 WINNERS WERE TRAINED BY JOHN & THADY GOSDEN

11 OF THE LAST 24 WINNERS

W E R E IN TH E TO P 2 IN T H E BE TT IN G MA RK ET

THE AVERAGE WINNING STARTING PRICE IN THE LAST 10 Y E A R S 11/2 16

W I N N E R S W E R E AG E D 4 O R 5

Feature Race Analysis

Shadwell Estate Company Ltd are highly represented again with Alflaila after superstar Mostahdaf cruised to victory last year. The son of Dark Angel will love the rapid ground but was no match for the well-fancied Auguste Rodin in the Irish Champion Stakes last term over this trip. Aidan O’Brien’s superstar hasn’t seen success this year but looks a class act of the field and will be hard to stop if putting his best foot forward. Stable also saddle outsider Hans Andersen.

Globetrotting Lord North won this contest in 2020 and will be bidding to add another to John and Thady Gosden’s impressive record here. At the age of 8 however, he will need to roll back the years. Royal Rhyme completed the task at hand in the Brigadier Gerard Stakes to defy the short odds but struggled over course and distance in the Champion Stakes and is best watched today.

It looked as though Inspiral would be heading to yesterday’s Queen Anne Stakes but connections have decided to switch routes at the last minute. She receives the handy allowance along with the other classy filly Blue Rose Cen. Horizon Dore is a well-fancied rival but he seems to do his best work on softer ground. He would still be preferred from the other two international runners Zarakem and Snobbish in a well anticipated renewal.

Last year’s winner Mostahdaf

Retraining of Racehorses Donation

This year, as part of the Ascot Racecourse Supports community and charity programme, we are delighted that for every race our Racing Ambassador, Ryan Moore, wins during Royal Ascot, we will donate £5,000 to Retraining of Racehorses, British horse racing’s official charity for the welfare of horses who have retired from racing.

David Catlow, Retraining of Racehorses Managing Director, said, “We are thrilled that Ascot Racecourse Supports has chosen RoR as a nominated charity for this year’s Royal Ascot. RoR’s mission is to safeguard the wellbeing of former racehorses for life, and we cannot do it without the vital and very generous support of organisations such as Ascot Racecourse.

“It promises to be a very exciting Royal Ascot for RoR. With each winner ridden by the brilliant Ryan Moore raising funds for RoR, we will certainly be cheering him on from the sidelines.”

Ryan Moore, added “I’m delighted to be an ambassador for Ascot Racecourse Supports and to help with the work it does in the community Hopefully, I can raise a bit of money at the Royal Meeting for an important cause in Retraining of Racehorses.”

We wish Ryan the best of luck with his 7 rides today:

2.30pm – Truly Enchanting

3.05pm – Illinois

3.45pm – Laurel

4.25pm – Auguste Rodin

5.05pm – Aerion Power

5.40pm – Twirling

6.15pm - Treasure Isle

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

No. of days since last ran

Dam

Weight Stones/ lbs (lbs)

Age of horse

Damsire

Draw

2 COURAGE MON AMI (GB) (26)4 9 3 (129)

11-1

B g Frankel - Crimson Ribbon (USA) (Lemon Drop Kid (USA))

WATHNAN RACING Frankie Dettori

JOHN & THADY GOSDEN, Newmarket

Groom - Aldir Centuriao (Breeder - Hascombe & Valiant Stud Ltd)

C PEACOCK BLUE, OLD GOLD sleeves, RED cap.

DRAW 9

The way he made light work in the end of two 1m4f novice races on AW last autumn marked him down as a very serious prospect; handicap win at Goodwood (1m6f, good to firm; smart form) last month confirmed that in spades, as class and stamina came into play late on; 2m+ looks sure to suit and, although this company is of a radically higher order than in those three races, it is hard to put a ceiling right now on what he might achieve.

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

Official BHA Rating 106

Owner Form Guide Trainer and location of training establishment

Owner’s Colours

Official BHA Rating

The BHA handicappers allot ratings to horses once they have taken part in a sufficient number of races to enable the handicappers to make a numerical assessment of each horse’s ability

Country where horse is trained

Jockey’s Name

If there is a number next to the name, this indicates that the jockey can claim that amount in weight (lbs) off the stated riding weight

Courage Mon Ami won The Gold Cup at Royal Ascot in 2023.

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 Mary Stakes

(Group 2)

Five Furlongs (5f ) (1,000 metres) For Two Year Old Fillies

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

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 78)

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 ADRESTIA (GB) (9) 9 2 (128)

3 B f Havana Grey - In Trutina (Firebreak)

KHK RACING Callum Shepherd

SIMON & ED CRISFORD, Newmarket (Breeder - The In Trutina Partnership)

BF YELLOW and BLACK stripes, halved sleeves.

Draw 20

Foaled 13 Feb. Half-sister to True Promise, won twice at 6f and 7f. Third of 11 behind Celandine beaten 2 1/4l at 7-4fav on her racecourse debut at Windsor over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating -

2 AMESTRIS (GB) (18)

21 B f Mehmas (IRE) - Vashti (Showcasing)

9 2 (128)

MRS B GREEN AND MRS MICHAEL BELL Kevin Stott MICHAEL BELL, Newmarket

Groom - Olivia Testa (Breeder - Bickmarsh Stud)

D WHITE, DARK BLUE spots, WHITE sleeves.

Draw 22

Foaled 2 Feb. Dam unraced. Won on her latest outing when 2-5fav at Lingfield over 5f (good) earlier this month, beating Desdemona by 6l. Official BHA Rating -

3 BETTY CLOVER (GB) (33)

121 Gr f Time Test - Reprieval (FR) (Kendargent (FR))

9 2 (128)

MISS E. JOHNSON HOUGHTON Georgia Dobie EVE JOHNSON HOUGHTON, Blewbury

Groom - Milly Cox (Breeder - Eve Johnson Houghton)

D BUFF, SAXE BLUE sleeves, ORANGE cap.

Draw 15

Foaled 8 Feb. Successful twice at 5f on good ground. A winner at 12-1 at York over 5f (good) on her latest outing last month, beating Miss Lamai by 1/2l. Has also won at Bath this season. Official BHA Rating -

The Queen Mary Stakes (Group 2) - continued

Form Owner

4 ENCHANTING EMPRESS

(GB) (27) 9 2 (128)

111 B f Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Yolo Star (IRE) (Society Rock (IRE))

AMO RACING LIMITED & GISELLE DE AGUIAR David Egan

RAPHAEL FREIRE, Lambourn (Breeder - Llety Farms & Whitsbury Manor Stud)

CD VIOLET, WHITE quartered cap. Draw

25

Foaled 23 Jan. She has won three times at 5f on good to soft and soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 4-1 at Sandown over 5f (soft) on her latest outing last month, beating Rock Hunter by 1/2l. Has won 3 times this season. Having her first run for a new stable today. Official BHA Rating -

5 ENGLEMERE (IRE) (30)

211 B f Goken (FR) - Ascot Family (IRE) (Desert Style (IRE))

9 2 (128)

MR GEORGE WAUD Billy Loughnane

GEORGE BOUGHEY, Newmarket

Groom - Beth Barton (Breeder - Kildaragh Stud)

D BLACK, RED seams, BLACK cap.

Draw 1

Foaled 18 Feb. Successful twice at 5f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 7-4 at Carlisle over 5f (good to firm) on her latest outing last month, beating Where’s Clare by a head. Has also won at Catterick this season. Official BHA Rating -

6 FLASH THE CASH (IRE) (11)

9 2 (128)

53 Ch f Bungle Inthejungle - Jackie Sparrow (IRE) (Dandy Man (IRE))

MISS AMY MARNANE & MISS OLIVIA MARNANE Shane Foley

MRS J. HARRINGTON, Ireland (Breeder - Mark Burns)

YELLOW, BLACK Cross of Lorraine, BLACK and YELLOW striped sleeves.

Draw 26

Foaled 28 Apr. Full sister to Sports Coach, won twice at 5f. Placed once in two starts. Third of 16 behind Celtic Chieftain beaten 2l at 12-1 on her latest outing at Navan over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating -

7 FLICKA’S GIRL (GB) (42) 9 2 (128)

142 Ch f Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Queenoftheclyde (IRE) (Dandy Man (IRE))

TWENTY FOUR SEVEN RECRUITMENT Rossa Ryan

DAVID LOUGHNANE, Tern Hill

Groom - Gracie Stockton (Breeder - Whitsbury Manor Stud)

D BF WHITE, ROYAL BLUE diamond, ROYAL BLUE and WHITE hooped sleeves, ORANGE cap.

Draw 3

Foaled 21 Jan. A winner at 5f on the all-weather. Beaten 1 1/2l by Seraphim Angel when second of 9 at 18-5fav on her latest outing at Chester over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating -

8

GLORIOUS KITTY (IRE) (33)

4 B f Cotai Glory - Destiny’s Kitten (IRE) (Naaqoos)

9 2 (128)

MIDDLEHAM PARK & SOUTH BANK RACING Sam James

MICHAEL & DAVID EASTERBY, Sheriff Hutton

Groom - Katie Midgley (Breeder - Mr P. Turley)

LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets.

Draw 19

Foaled 24 Apr Half-sister to Dontspoilasale, won at 5f. Finished 2l behind Betty Clover when fourth of 15 at 40-1 on her racecourse debut at York over 5f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating -

The Queen Mary Stakes (Group 2)

Form Owner

9 KASSAYA (GB) (17)

21 B f Kingman - Suelita (Dutch Art)

9 2 (128)

JUDDMONTE Oisin Murphy

ANDREW BALDING, Kingsclere

Groom - Rosie Sanders (Breeder - Whitsbury Manor Stud)

D GREEN, PINK sash and cap, WHITE sleeves.

Draw 21

Foaled 7 Mar. Half-sister to Chaldean, won five times at 7f and 1m including two Group 1 races. Won on her latest outing when 5-4fav at Nottingham over 5f (good) earlier this month, beating Fuji Mountain by 2 1/4l. Official BHA Rating -

10 KISS ME MY LOVE (IRE) (9)

9 2 (128)

221 B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Love Street (USA) (Kitten’s Joy (USA))

MR JABER ABDULLAH Joe Fanning

CHARLIE JOHNSTON, Middleham (Breeder - Irish National Stud)

ROYAL BLUE, WHITE striped sleeves, WHITE cap. Draw 16

Foaled 26 Feb. Won on her latest outing when 2-1fav at Carlisle over 6f (good) earlier this month, beating Tower Of Africa by 1 1/2l. Official BHA Rating -

11 KUWAITYA (IRE) (35)

213 B f Soldier’s Call - Smooth Sailing (Bated Breath)

9 2 (128)

MR REFAI ALGHRAIBAN Kieran O’Neill

ALICE HAYNES, Newmarket

Groom - Sajjad Ali (Breeder - Ballyhane)

BLACK, WHITE diamond and sleeves.

Foaled 6 Feb. A winner at 5f on the all-weather. Third of 8 behind Hot Darling beaten 3/4l on her latest outing at Vichy over 5f (heavy) last month. Official BHA Rating -

12

LEOVANNI

(IRE)

(14) 9 2 (128)

1 B f Kodi Bear (IRE) - Kassandra (IRE) (Dandy Man (IRE))

WATHNAN RACING James Doyle

K. R. BURKE, Leyburn

Groom - Alex Cliffe (Breeder - KCS Bloodstock Ltd)

D PEACOCK BLUE, OLD GOLD sleeves, RED cap.

Draw 10

Foaled23Apr.Half-sistertoKnocklaneLass,wonat7f.Wononherlatestoutingwhen6-4favatNottinghamover5f(goodtofirm) earlier this month, beating Sunshine Soul by 2 1/4l. Official BHA Rating -

13

MAKE HASTE (GB) (39)

1 B f Blue Point (IRE) - Quick March (Lawman (FR))

9 2 (128)

LNJ,GAINESWAY,CHAPPELL,EVES PARTNERSHIP Gavin Ryan

DIEGO DIAS, Ireland (Breeder - Sheraton Bloodstock Limited)

D ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW chevron, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, YELLOW stars, YELLOW cap.

Draw 18

Foaled 1 Apr. Half-sister to Quick Time, won at 5f. A winner at 16-5 at Naas over 5f (good) on her latest outing last month, beating Tommy McJohn by 3 1/2l. Official BHA Rating -

The Queen Mary Stakes (Group 2) - continued

Form Owner

14 MAW LAM (IRE) (11)

12 B f Acclamation - Bobbi Grace (IRE) (Big Bad Bob (IRE))

9 2 (128)

MR C. R. HIRST Hollie Doyle

ADRIAN NICHOLLS, Sessay

Groom - Katie Hamilton (Breeder - Brickfield Stud Ltd)

D BF DARK BLUE, large WHITE spots, chevrons on sleeves, RED cap.

Draw 4

Foaled 12 Feb. Half-sister to Smullen’s Pride, won at 5f. A winner at 5f on good to firm ground. Beaten 1/2l by Perfect Part when second of 13 at 7-2fav on her latest outing at Beverley over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating -

15 MIGHTY ERIU (IRE) (14)

9 2 (128)

2 B f Inns of Court (IRE) - Teeline (IRE) (Exceed And Excel (AUS))

QATAR RACING LIMITED & FERGUS GALVIN G. F. Carroll

GAVIN CROMWELL, Ireland

Groom - Justin McGovern (Breeder - Brian Canning & Tom Kelly)

CLARET, GOLD braid, CLARET sleeves, CLARET cap, GOLD tassel.

Draw 24

Foaled 19 Apr. Full sister to Inner Temple, won twice at 7f. Beaten 2 3/4l by Tunbridge Wells when second of 7 at 16-1 on her racecourse debut at Curragh over 6f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating -

16 MISS LAMAI (IRE) (33)

12 B f Mehmas (IRE) - Tough Spirit (IRE) (Iffraaj)

9 2 (128)

MR C. R. HIRST Clifford Lee

K. R. BURKE, Leyburn

Groom - Megan Smith (Breeder - Denis McDonnell)

D DARK BLUE, large WHITE spots, DARK BLUE and WHITE chevrons on sleeves, DARK BLUE and WHITE striped cap.

Draw 13

Foaled 19 Mar. Half-sister to Seismic Spirit, won three times at 6f. A winner at 5f on soft ground. Beaten 1/2l by Betty Clover when second of 15 at 9-2 on her latest outing at York over 5f (good) last month. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 17/5/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. Official BHA Rating -

17 MISS RASCAL (GB) (40)

61 B f Havana Gold (IRE) - Litte Miss Rascal (Zoffany (IRE))

9 2 (128)

MR CHARLIE ROSIER & MRS JULIA ROSIER Tom Marquand PAUL & OLIVER COLE, Whatcombe

Groom - Irineau Goncalves (Breeder - Mr Charlie Rosier & Mrs Julia Rosier)

CD YELLOW, PINK star and star on cap.

Draw 5

Foaled 8 Apr. Dam unraced. Won on her latest outing when 5-6fav over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Naana’s Diamond by 3l. Official BHA Rating -

18 OXFORD ROCK (IRE) (22)

2 B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Boragh Jamal (IRE) (Namid)

9 2 (128)

MR M. O’FLYNN Dylan Browne McMonagle

JOSEPH PATRICK O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom - Damien Byrne (Breeder - Ms A. Sammon)

YELLOW and RED chevrons, hooped cap.

Draw 14

Foaled 23 Mar. Half-sister to Boragh Steps, won at 6f. Beaten 4l by Truly Enchanting when second of 6 at 4-1 on her racecourse debut at Tipperary over 5f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating -

The Queen Mary Stakes (Group 2)

Form Owner

19 RUBY’S PROFIT (IRE) (17)

106 B f Profitable (IRE) - Breedj (IRE) (Acclamation)

9 2 (128)

SAS LOGISTICS CONTRACTS LTD Kieran Shoemark

DR RICHARD NEWLAND & JAMIE INSOLE, Droitwich (Breeder - Mylestown Farms Ltd)

D MAROON, ROYAL BLUE epaulets.

Draw 6

Foaled 10 Feb. A winner at 5f on the all-weather. Finished 10l behind Francisco’s Piece when sixth of 8 at 8-1 on her latest outing at Chantilly over 5f (good to soft) earlier this month. She is wearing blinkers for the first time. Official BHA Rating -

20 SANDS OF HAVANA (GB) (37)

3 B f Havana Grey - Bentayga Girl (Dubawi (IRE))

9 2 (128)

THE COOL SILK PARTNERSHIP Trevor Whelan OLLIE SANGSTER, Marlborough

Groom - Maireade Angell (Breeder - The Cool Silk Partnership)

WHITE, PURPLE cap.

Draw 12

Foaled 13 Apr. Dam unraced. Third of 8 behind Storm Call beaten 1/2l at 25-1 on her racecourse debut at Windsor over 5f (good to firm) last month. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 13/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was slowly away and ran green. Official BHA Rating -

21 SERAPHIM ANGEL (GB) (33)

416 Br f Sergei Prokofiev (CAN) - Silvery Blue (Paco Boy (IRE))

9 2 (128)

MR RUSSELL JONES & PARTNER Pierre-Louis Jamin TOM DASCOMBE, Lambourn

Groom - Nasir Ali (Breeder - Mrs Mary Taylor and James F. Taylor)

D DARK BLUE, ORANGE stars, sleeves and stars on cap.

Draw 2

Foaled 8 Mar. A winner at 5f on good ground. Finished 2 1/2l behind Betty Clover when sixth of 15 at 13-2 on her latest outing at York over 5f (good) last month. She is wearing cheekpieces for the first time. Official BHA Rating -

22 SPHERICAL (GB) (28)

1 B f Blue Point (IRE) - Spatial (New Approach (IRE))

9 2 (128)

CHEVELEY PARK STUD William Buick ROGER VARIAN, Newmarket

Groom - Rufi Baloch (Breeder - Cheveley Park Stud Limited)

D RED, WHITE sash, ROYAL BLUE cap.

Draw 23

Foaled 18 Mar. Half-sister to The Dunkirk Lads, won three times at 5f and 6f. Won on her latest outing when 10-11fav at Yarmouth over 5f (good to soft) last month, beating Never Forget You by 3 1/2l. Official BHA Rating -

23 TRULY ENCHANTING (IRE) (22) 9 2 (128)

1 B f No Nay Never (USA) - Alluringly (USA) (Fastnet Rock (AUS))

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

Groom - Brendan Walsh (Breeder - Coolmore)

D DARK BLUE.

Draw 9

Foaled 18 Mar. Half-sister to Lily Pond, won at 1m 1f and 1m 3f including a Group 2 race. A winner at 10-3 at Tipperary over 5f (soft) on her latest outing last month, beating Oxford Rock by 4l. Official BHA Rating -

The Queen Mary Stakes (Group 2) - continued

Form Owner Trainer

24 ULTIMA GRACE (USA)

(62) 9 2 (128)

1 Ch f American Pharoah (USA) - Ultima D (USA) (Scat Daddy (USA))

FOR THE PEOPLE RACING LLC

Joel Rosario WESLEY WARD, USA

(Breeder - For The People Raing, Deborah L O’Connor)

NAVY BLUE, GOLD ‘MM’, GOLD sleeves, NAVY BLUE cap.

Draw 17

Foaled 16 Feb. Dam won at 7f. Won on her latest outing when 2-11fav at Keeneland over 4f in April, beating Kiss Cam. She is wearing blinkers for the first time. Official BHA Rating -

25 WHERE’S CLARE (IRE) (15)

21 B f Mehmas (IRE) - Jessely (FR) (Charm Spirit (IRE))

PAUL & CLARE ROONEY

CHARLIE JOHNSTON, Middleham (Breeder - Wansdyke Farm & Joseph Burke Bloodstock)

D DARK BLUE and YELLOW (quartered), striped sleeves.

9 2 (128)

Jason Hart

Draw 7

Foaled 7 Feb. Dam won at 6f. Won on her latest outing when 8-13fav at Wolverhampton over 5f earlier this month, beating Bantz by 2 1/4l. Official BHA Rating -

26 XANTHE (IRE) (39) 9 2 (128)

1 B f Earthlight (IRE) - Gilded (IRE) (Redback)

MRS J. WOOD

RICHARD HANNON, Marlborough (Breeder - Ballylinch Stud)

CD RED, EMERALD GREEN triple diamond, armlets and diamond on cap.

Pat Dobbs

Draw 11

Foaled 30 Mar. Half-sister to Fort Del Oro, won four times at 5f and 6f. A winner at 8-1 over this course and distance (good) on her latest outing last month, beating Reposado by a head. Official BHA Rating -

Result: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

Distances: 1-2 2-3

Time: Min . Secs.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 26

Blinkers worn first time by No. 19, 24. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 21. Tongue Strap worn by No. 13.

Median Time: 1 min 1.50 secs

Record Time: 58.80 secs by No Nay Never age 2 wt 9-1 good to firm, 20/06/13

2023: CRIMSON ADVOCATE (USA) 2 9 2 John R Velazquez 9-1 (George Weaver) 26 ran

The Queen Mary Stakes (Group 2) -

Race Summary:

In a wide-open affair where a case can be made for many, the tentative vote goes to TRULY ENCHANTING. It was a testament to her ability that she was able to get off the mark after looking green on her debut at Tipperary last month and, with the promise of more to come on forecast better ground, a bold bid is anticipated for the in-form Aidan O’Brien team. American raider Ultima Grace impressed with the way she went about her business when scoring first time out over an extended 4f at Keeneland in April, setting brisk fractions before asserting close home, and she is respected for a trainer who has tasted success in this race four times. Impressive debut winners Make Haste and Spherical are a couple of others who merit consideration in what is sure to be an informative contest.

Race Predictor:

TRULY ENCHANTING

ULTIMA GRACE

MAKE HASTE

Forecast: Correct as of 4.00pm 18.06.24

13-2 Make Haste (GB), 7-1 Truly Enchanting (IRE), 15-2 Leovanni (IRE), 10-1 Miss Rascal (GB), 11-1 Ultima Grace (USA), 12-1 Kassaya (GB), 14-1 Enchanting Empress (GB), 16-1 Betty Clover (GB), Mighty Eriu (IRE), 20-1 Spherical (GB), Xanthe (IRE), 22-1 Amestris (GB), 25-1 Englemere (IRE), 28-1 Miss Lamai (IRE), 33-1 Maw Lam (IRE), Glorious Kitty (IRE), 40-1 Oxford Rock (IRE), Where’s Clare (IRE), 50-1 Adrestia (GB), Seraphim Angel (GB), Kuwaitya (IRE), 66- 1 Kiss Me My Love (IRE), Ruby’s Profit (IRE), Sands of Havana (GB), 80-1 Flash The Cash (IRE), 100-1 Flicka’s Girl (GB)

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The Queen’s Vase

(Group 2)

One Mile About Six Furlongs (14f abt 34yds) (Approx. 2,820 metres) For Three Year Olds

(Class 1) Advertised Total prize fund £265,000

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 78)

Stalls - Inside

Owners Prize Money: Winner £118084, Second £48469, Third £24248, Fourth £12111, Fifth £6069, Sixth £3021. (Penalty Value £150281.50) A SS

Form Owner Trainer st lb (lbs)

1 BIRDMAN (IRE) (32)

9 2 (128)

11 B g Free Eagle (IRE) - Carol (IRE) (Acclamation) ANAMOINE LTD Shane Foley MRS J. HARRINGTON, Ireland (Breeder - Windflower Overseas Holdings Inc)

YELLOW, RED epaulets and sleeves.

Draw 7

Successful at 1m 4f and 1m 5f on good - yielding and soft ground. A winner at 9-4 at Navan over 1m 5f (good - yielding) on his latest outing last month, beating Bellezza by 1 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 101

2 GROSVENOR SQUARE (IRE) (42)

131-3 B c Galileo (IRE) - Wadyhatta (Cape Cross (IRE))

9 2 (128)

MTABOR/DSMITH/MRSJMAGNIER/WESTERBERG Dylan Browne McMonagle AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom - Sumith Pathrannelage (Breeder - Lynch Bages Ltd) BF ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE disc, striped sleeves and cap.

Draw 6

Successful twice at 1m 1f on soft and heavy ground. Third of 6 behind Hidden Law beaten 11l at 7-4fav on his latest outing in the Group 3 Boodles Chester Vase Stakes at Chester over 1m 4f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 106

3 HIGHBURY (FR) (38)

9 2 (128)

31 B c Galileo (IRE) - High Celebrity (FR) (Invincible Spirit (IRE)) WESTERBERG,COOLMORE,BRANT,DUBOIS W. M. Lordan AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom - Donal O’loughlin (Breeder - Mr Jean Philippe Dubois)

MAROON, ROYAL BLUE hoop and sleeves, quartered cap.

Draw 2

Won on his latest outing when 11-10fav at Leopardstown over 1m 4f (good) last month, beating Himalayan Heights by 8l. Official BHA Rating 98

The Queen’s Vase (Group 2) -

Form Owner

4 ILLINOIS (IRE) (39)

13-32 B c Galileo (IRE) - Danedrop (IRE) (Danehill (USA))

9 2 (128)

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

Groom - Anatoliy Komisar (Breeder - Coolmore)

BF PURPLE, WHITE seams, striped sleeves, PURPLE cap.

5

A winner at 1m 1f on soft ground. Beaten 4 1/2l by Ambiente Friendly when second of 9 at 6-4fav on his latest outing at Lingfield over 1m 4f (good) last month. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 11/5/2024 it was reported that the horse hung right-handed. Official BHA Rating 106

5 IMPERIAL SOVEREIGN (IRE) (39) 9 2 (128)

1-26 B c Frankel - Imperial Charm (Dubawi (IRE)) SHEIKH MOHAMMED OBAID AL MAKTOUM Clifford Lee

K. R. BURKE, Leyburn

Groom - Jethu Singh (Breeder - Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum)

YELLOW, large BLACK spots and spots on cap.

Draw 9

A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Finished 12l behind Ambiente Friendly when sixth of 9 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Lingfield over 1m 4f (good) last month.

6 LAVENDER HILL MOB (GB) (25)

133014 B c Expert Eye - Whazzat (Daylami (IRE))

THE GREDLEY FAMILY

MICHAEL BELL, Newmarket

Groom - Dave Evans (Breeder - Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd)

YELLOW, BLACK and YELLOW striped sleeves, WHITE cap.

Official BHA Rating 95

9 2 (128)

Callum Shepherd

Draw 4

Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on heavy ground and on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Meydaan when fourth of 7 at 22-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 3f (good) last month. Has won at Goodwood and Lingfield this season.

7 MEYDAAN (IRE) (25)

1-531 B c Frankel - Nezwaah (Dubawi (IRE))

Official BHA Rating 96

9 2 (128)

SHEIKH AHMED AL MAKTOUM William Buick

SIMON & ED CRISFORD, Newmarket (Breeder - Godolphin)

YELLOW, BLACK epaulets.

Draw 8

Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 3f on good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 7-2 at Goodwood over 1m 3f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Space Legend by a neck.

8 MINA RASHID (GB) (40)

36-1 Ch c Almanzor (FR) - Reproof (USA) (Blame (USA))

Official BHA Rating 104

9 2 (128)

AHMAD AL SHAIKH Oisin Murphy

ANDREW BALDING, Kingsclere

Groom - Diana Magalhaes (Breeder - London Thoroughbred Services Ltd)

WHITE, EMERALD GREEN epaulets and star on cap.

A winner at 17-2 at Chester over 1m 4f (good to firm) on his latest outing last month, beating Ephesus by 1 1/4l.

Draw 12

The Queen’s Vase (Group 2) -

Form Owner Trainer st lb (lbs)

9 MR HAMPSTEAD (USA) (18) 9 2 (128)

2-430 B c Galileo (IRE) - Daddys Lil Darling (USA) (Scat Daddy (USA))

AMO RACING LIMITED David Egan

DOMINIC FFRENCH DAVIS, Lambourn

Groom - Igor Souza (Breeder - Orpendale/Chelston/Wynatt)

VIOLET, WHITE quartered cap.

1

Placed once in four starts. Well beaten at 80-1 behind City Of Troy when 15th of 16 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Betfred Derby at Epsom over 1m 4f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 86

10 PAPPANO (GB) (25)

3-165 B c Nathaniel (IRE) - Mary Anne Evans (Oasis Dream)

9 2 (128)

MS RACHEL D. S. HOOD Kieran Shoemark

JOHN & THADY GOSDEN, Newmarket

Groom - Tommy Frogley (Breeder - Rachel D S Hood)

DARK BLUE, WHITE sash and sleeves, quartered cap. Draw 11

A winner at 1m 4f on the all-weather Finished 7l behind Meydaan when fifth of 7 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Goodwood over 1m 3f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 90

11 SEE THE GREEN (GB) (27)

421 B c Postponed (IRE) - Clarentine (Dalakhani (IRE))

9 2 (128)

AHMAD AL SHAIKH Jim Crowley

OWEN BURROWS, Lambourn

Groom - Umesh Babu (Breeder - Bluehills Racing Ltd)

WHITE, EMERALD GREEN epaulets.

Draw 3

Won on his latest outing when 4-9fav at Catterick over 1m 4f (soft) last month, beating Graze On Phoenix by 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 74

12 THE EQUATOR (IRE) (24)

4-14 B c Galileo (IRE) - Quiet Reflection (Showcasing)

9 2 (128)

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

Groom - Osmar De Souza Goncalves (Breeder - Coolmore)

ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE disc, striped sleeves.

Draw 10

A winner at 1m 2f on heavy ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Chief Little Rock when fourth of 8 at 11-2 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Heider Family Stables Gallinule Stakes at Curragh over 1m 2f (good - yielding) last month. Official BHA Rating 101

Result: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

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

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 12

Hood worn by No. 8.

Median Time: 3 mins 10.39 secs

Record Time: 3 mins 0.89 secs by Kew Gardens age 3 wt 9-0 good to firm, 20/06/18

2023: GREGORY 3 9 2 Frankie Dettori EVENS (John & Thady Gosden) 14 ran

The Queen’s Vase (Group 2) -

Race Summary:

With four of the last nine winners trained by Aidan O’Brien and winning favourites in both 2022 and 2023, there is a lot to like about the chances of HIGHBURY, who heads the early markets. Third on his debut, he showed the benefit of that experience when running away with a Leopardstown maiden by over seven lengths after showing a decent turn of foot when asked. The son of Galileo may reverse debut form with the unbeaten Birdman here, though that cannot be guaranteed and Jessica Harrington’s Free Eagle gelding looks a worthy adversary who cannot be ignored. Mina Rashid is an outsider to consider after he stayed on strongly to win his maiden at Chester and appeals as having further improvement to come as a stayer.

Race Predictor:

HIGHBURY

BIRDMAN

MINA RASHID

Forecast: Correct as of 4.00pm 18.06.24 9-4 Illinois (IRE), 7-2 Highbury (FR), 11-2 Birdman (IRE), 9-1 Meydaan (IRE), 10-1 Grosvenor Square (IRE), 14-1 The Equator (IRE), 16-1 Mina Rashid (GB), 25-1 Imperial Sovereign (IRE), 40-1 Pappano (GB), 50-1 Lavender Hill Mob (GB), See The Green (GB), 66-1 Mr Hampstead (USA)

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 Duke Of Cambridge Stakes (Group

2)

Old Mile (7f abt 213yds) (Approx. 1,600 metres) For Four Year Olds And Upwards Fillies And Mares

(Class 1) Advertised Total prize fund £235,350 (FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 78)

Stalls - Inside

Owners Prize Money: Winner £104872, Second £43046, Third £21535, Fourth £10755, Fifth £5390, Sixth £2683. (Penalty Value £133466.98) A SS

1 OCEAN JEWEL (IRE) (24) 4 9 5 (131)

2/3150-1 B f Sioux Nation (USA) - Many Colours (Green Desert (USA)) AL SHIRA’AA RACING W. J. Lee

W. MCCREERY, Ireland

Groom - Jessica Maye (Breeder - Grenane House Stud)

BLACK, RED and BLACK chevrons on sleeves, RED cap.

She has won three times from 5f to 1m on good ground. A winner at 8-1 in the Group 2 Lanwades Stud Stakes at Curragh over 1m (good) on her latest outing last month, beating Goldana by 1 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 108

2 BREEGE (GB)

(18) 4 9 2 (128)

2542-31 B f Starspangledbanner (AUS) - Wowcha (IRE) (Zoffany (IRE))

CHASEMORE FARM Jason Hart

JOHN & SEAN QUINN, Malton (Breeder - Chasemore Farm)

PEA GREEN, MAUVE cap.

Draw 13

Successful at 5f and 1m on good to firm and good to soft ground. A winner at 5-1 in the Group 3 Princess Elizabeth Stakes at Epsom over 1m (good to soft) on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Chic Colombine by a neck. Official BHA Rating 102

3 DOOM (GB) (44)

22141-3 B f Dubawi (IRE) - Dank (Dansili)

MR JAMES WIGAN

4 9 2 (128)

Tom Marquand

WILLIAM HAGGAS, Newmarket

Groom - Libby Roper (Breeder - James Wigan)

CHERRY, CORNFLOWER BLUE sash and cap.

Draw 6

Successful twice at 7f on good to firm and heavy ground. Third of 10 behind Gregarina beaten 1l at 9-2 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Irish European Breeders Fund Athasi Stakes at Curragh over 7f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 100

The Duke Of Cambridge Stakes (Group 2) - continued

Form Owner

4 GREGARINA (FR) (44)

Trainer

12050-1 Ch m De Treville - Gagarina (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

SIGHTS ON GOLD & E S RACING

5 9 2 (128)

William Buick

JOSEPH PATRICK O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom - Shannon Anderson (Breeder - Mr Rashit Shaykhutdinov)

D EMERALD GREEN, DARK BLUE chevrons, RED sleeves and cap. Draw 14

She has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to soft and soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 16-1 in the Group 3 Irish European Breeders Fund Athasi Stakes at Curragh over 7f (soft) on her latest outing last month, beating You Send Me by a head. Official BHA Rating 103

5 JULIA AUGUSTA (GB) (18)

624-544 B m Ulysses (IRE) - Empress Livia (Paco Boy (IRE))

MR J. C. G. CHUA

5 9 2 (128)

Daniel Tudhope

DAVID O’MEARA, Upper Helmsley (Breeder - Denniff Farms & Cheveley Park Stud Ltd)

D DARK BLUE, YELLOW inverted triangle, YELLOW sleeves, DARK BLUE armlets, YELLOW cap.

Draw 5

Successful twice at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 2l behind Breege when fourth of 8 at 66-1 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Princess Elizabeth Stakes at Epsom over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month.

6 LAUREL (GB) (396)

112/10- B m Kingman - Promising Lead (Danehill (USA))

JUDDMONTE

Groom - Emily Scragg

Official BHA Rating 97

5 9 2 (128)

Ryan Moore

JOHN & THADY GOSDEN, Newmarket

(Breeder - Juddmonte Farms Ltd)

D GREEN, PINK sash and cap, WHITE sleeves.

Draw 1

She has won three times at 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 7l behind Modern Games at 10-3 when 10th of 12 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Al Shaqab Lockinge Stakes at Newbury over 1m (good) in May last year. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 20/5/2023 it was reported that the horse hung left handed.

Official BHA Rating 110

7 MAGICAL SUNSET (IRE) (25)

4 9 2 (128)

100-540 B f Kodiac - Fikrah (Medicean) AMO RACING LIMITED David Egan

ADRIAN MURRAY, Ireland (Breeder - Ms Alice Fitzgerald)

VIOLET, WHITE quartered cap. Draw 3

She has won four times from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. Beaten 8l behind Mitbaahy at 50-1 when 10th of 12 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Weatherbys Ireland Greenlands Stakes at Curragh over 6f (good) last month.

Official BHA Rating 100

8 NIBRAS ANGEL (GB) (6) 4 9 2 (128)

436006 B f Harry Angel (IRE) - Always Thankful (Showcasing)

MR SAEED H. ALTAYER Kevin Stott ISMAIL MOHAMMED, Newmarket (Breeder - Rabbah Bloodstock Limited) WHITE, DARK BLUE star, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE stars, WHITE cap, DARK BLUE star.

Draw 8 Successfultwiceat7fongoodtofirmandgoodground.Finished4lbehindSterlingKnightwhensixthof11at16-1onherlatest outing at Newbury over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 90 (-2)

The Duke Of Cambridge Stakes (Group 2) - continued

Form Owner

9 NOVUS (IRE) (46) 4 9 2 (128)

2141-02 B f Dandy Man (IRE) - Fleur de Nuit (IRE) (Montjeu (IRE))

MR OMAR JACKSON Tom Queally

GARY & JOSH MOORE, Horsham

Groom - Del Wallace (Breeder - Fleur Partnership)

D PURPLE, EMERALD GREEN hoop, EMERALD GREEN and PURPLE chevrons on sleeves.

7

She has won four times from 6f to 1m 2f on soft ground. Beaten a short head by Royal Dress when second of 8 at 11-2 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 107

10 ORCHID BLOOM (GB) (24)

2132-64 Gr f Farhh - Fire Orchid (Lethal Force (IRE))

4 9 2 (128)

SHEIKH RASHID DALMOOK AL MAKTOUM Cieren Fallon

WILLIAM HAGGAS, Newmarket

Groom - Monazir Alam (Breeder - Overbury Stallions & Conduit Farm Stud)

D YELLOW, DARK BLUE seams, YELLOW cap.

4

Successful at 7f and 1m on soft ground. Finished 2 1/2l behind Ocean Jewel when fourth of 8 at 13-2 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Lanwades Stud Stakes at Curragh over 1m (good) last month. She is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.

11 ROGUE MILLENNIUM (IRE) (24)

15205-3 B m Dubawi (IRE) - Hawaafez (Nayef (USA))

Official BHA Rating 104

5 9 2 (128)

MR S. HEIDER Dylan Browne McMonagle

JOSEPH PATRICK O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom - Asif Raza (Breeder - Shadwell Estate Company Limited)

CD BF MAROON and YELLOW chevrons, MAROON sleeves, YELLOW cuffs, YELLOW star on cap.

Draw 2

She has won three times from 1m to 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground. Third of 8 behind Ocean Jewel beaten 2 1/4l at evens fav on her latest outing in the Group 2 Lanwades Stud Stakes at Curragh over 1m (good) last month.

Official BHA Rating 110

12 ROYAL DRESS (IRE) (18)

4 9 2 (128)

1400-13 B f Night of Thunder (IRE) - Wadaa (USA) (Dynaformer (USA))

MR SAEED MANANA Ben Coen

JAMES TATE, Newmarket

Groom - Ellie Gould (Breeder - Rabbah Bloodstock Limited)

D WHITE, RED sash, RED and WHITE striped cap.

Draw 9

She has won three times from 6f to 1m on soft and heavy ground. Third of 8 behind Breege beaten 3/4l at 14-1 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Princess Elizabeth Stakes at Epsom over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 1/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.

Official BHA Rating 102

13 RUNNING LION (GB) (18) 4 9 2 (128)

0230-20 Gr f Roaring Lion (USA) - Bella Nouf (Dansili)

MR D. P. HOWDEN Oisin Murphy

JOHN & THADY GOSDEN, Newmarket

Groom - Kieran Holmes (Breeder - The Bella Nouf Partnership)

D BF

EMERALD GREEN, LIGHT GREEN epaulets.

Draw 11

She has won four times from 1m to 1m 2f on soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 4l behind Breege at 13-8fav when last of 8 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Princess Elizabeth Stakes at Epsom over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 1/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run late on.

Official BHA Rating 106

The Duke Of Cambridge Stakes (Group 2) - continued

Form Owner

14

SEA THE LADY (FR) (52)

Trainer

4 9 2 (128)

54365-3 B f Sea The Moon (GER) - Blumenfee (GER) (Soldier Hollow)

MRS R. G. HILLEN Aurelien Lemaitre CHRISTOPHER HEAD, France

Groom - Stéphane Bastard (Breeder - Avatara S.A)

D DARK BLUE, PINK epaulets, diabolo on sleeves. Draw 10

She has won three times from 6f to 1m on good to soft and soft ground. Third of 9 behind American Sonja beaten 2l at 18-1 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Prix Allez France Longines at ParisLongchamp over 1m 2f (soft) in April. Having her first run for a new stable today. Official BHA Rating 104

Result: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

Distances: 1-2 2-3

Time: Min . Secs.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 14

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 10. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 2. Hood worn by No. 1, 4, 12. Tongue Strap worn by No. 8. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 9.

Median Time: 1 min 41.60 secs

Record Time: 1 min 35.89 secs by Alpha Centauri age 3 wt 9-0 good to firm, 22/06/18

2023: ROGUE MILLENNIUM (IRE) 4 9 2 Daniel Tudhope 10-1 (Tom Clover) 10 ran

Race Summary:

Laurel has her first start since disappointing in last year’s Lockinge. She won a Listed contest at Kempton under Ryan Moore before that, but has something to prove on her reappearance and OCEAN JEWEL is preferred. The latter looked an improved filly when winning a Group 2 contest at the Curragh last month with plenty left in the tank, and further improvement looks on the cards. Rogue Millennium won this last year and has joined Joseph O’Brien subsequently. She was no match for the selection when sent off favourite at the Curragh, though she may finish closer on this occasion. Breege accounted for Royal Dress and Running Lion when landing a Group 3 at Epsom, but would prefer some cut in the ground, while William Buick picks up the ride on the Irish filly and Group 3 winner Gregarina and she could go well.

Race Predictor:

OCEAN JEWEL

ROGUE MILLENNIUM

Forecast: Correct as of 4.00pm 18.06.24

10-3 Laurel (GB), 7-2 Rogue Millennium (IRE), 8-1 Ocean Jewel (IRE), 12-1 Breege (GB), Royal Dress (IRE), 14-1 Running Lion (GB), 16-1 Gregarina (FR), Doom (GB), Sea The Lady (FR), Novus (IRE), 18-1 Orchid Bloom (GB), 40-1 Magical Sunset (IRE), 66-1 Julia Augusta (GB), 100-1 Nibras Angel (GB)

LAUREL

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 Prince Of Wales’s Stakes

(Group 1) (British Champions Series)

One Mile Abt Two Furlongs (9f abt 212yds) (Approx. 2,000 metres)

For Four Year Olds And Upwards

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

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 78)

- Inside

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 ALFLAILA (GB) (284) 5 9 2 (128)

2111/15- B h Dark Angel (IRE) - Adhwaa (Oasis Dream)

SHADWELL ESTATE COMPANY LTD Jim Crowley

OWEN BURROWS, Lambourn

Groom - Selwen Pandu (Breeder - Shadwell Estate Company Limited)

C D ROYAL BLUE, WHITE epaulets, striped cap.

Draw 2

Winner of six races from 6f to 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Auguste Rodin when fifth of 8 at 7-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Royal Bahrain Irish Champion Stakes at Leopardstown over 1m 2f (good) in September last year.

2 AUGUSTE RODIN (IRE) (24)

Official BHA Rating 118

4 9 2 (128)

1011-02 or Br c Deep Impact (JPN) - Rhododendron (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

M TABOR/D SMITH/MRS J MAGNIER/WESTERBERG Ryan Moore

AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom - David Hickey (Breeder - Coolmore)

D BF ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE disc, striped sleeves and cap.

Draw 3

Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to yielding - soft. Beaten 3l by White Birch when second of 8 at 11-10fav on his latest outing in the Group 1 Tattersalls Gold Cup at Curragh over 1m 2f (good - yielding) last month.

Official BHA Rating 123

3 HANS ANDERSEN

(GB) (24) 4 9 2 (128)

100-156 B c Frankel - Shadow Hunter (IRE) (Arcano (IRE))

WESTERBERG/MRS J MAGNIER/M TABOR/D SMITH W. M. Lordan

AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom - Padraic Flannagan (Breeder - Sun Bloodstock SARL)

MAROON, ROYAL BLUE hoop and sleeves, quartered cap.

Draw 6

He has won three times from 7f to 1m 4f on good and heavy ground and on the all-weather. Finished 15l behind White Birch when sixth of 8 at 33-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Tattersalls Gold Cup at Curragh over 1m 2f (good - yielding) last month.

Official BHA Rating 103

Stalls

The Prince Of Wales’s Stakes (Group 1) (British Champions Series) - continued

Form Owner

Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

4 HORIZON DORE (FR) (24)

30-4252 B g Dabirsim (FR) - Sweet Alabama (FR) (Enrique)

4 9 2 (128)

GOUSSERIE RACING/EC.GRIBOMONT/F.DELAUNAY Mickael Barzalona P. COTTIER, France

Groom - Gonzales Dorian & Lambert Gautier (Breeder - Chantal Becq)

D YELLOW, DARK GREEN cross belts, chevrons on sleeves, YELLOW cap, DARK GREEN stars.

Draw 7

Winnerofsixracesfrom1mto1m2fongroundvaryingfromgoodtosoft.BeatenashortheadbyMqseDeSevignewhensecond of 8 at 11-2 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Prix d’Ispahan - Group 1 at ParisLongchamp over 1m 1f (soft) last month.

Official BHA Rating 118

5 LORD NORTH (IRE) (54)

8 9 2 (128)

4/11-203 B g Dubawi (IRE) - Najoum (USA) (Giant’s Causeway (USA))

HH SHEIKH ZAYED BIN MOHAMMED RACING William Buick

JOHN & THADY GOSDEN, Newmarket

Groom - Aldir Centuriao (Breeder - Godolphin)

CD ROYAL BLUE, WHITE chevron, ROYAL BLUE cap, WHITE star.

Draw 5

Has won ten races from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to heavy and on the all-weather. Third of 6 behind Charyn beaten 1 1/2l at 10-3 on his latest outing in the Group 2 bet365 Mile at Sandown over 1m (good to soft) in April.

Official BHA Rating 116

6 ROYAL RHYME (IRE) (27)

4 9 2 (128)

10115-1 B c Lope de Vega (IRE) - Dubai Queen (USA) (Kingmambo (USA))

SHEIKH MOHAMMED OBAID AL MAKTOUM Clifford Lee

K. R. BURKE, Leyburn

Groom - Mark Simms (Breeder - Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum)

D YELLOW, large BLACK spots and spots on cap.

Draw 1

Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 2f on good to soft and soft ground. Won on his latest outing when 1-2fav in the Group 3 Chasemore Farm Brigadier Gerard Stakes at Sandown over 1m 2f (soft) last month, beating Certain Lad by 1l.

Official BHA Rating 113

7 SNOBBISH (IRE) (33)

21-00 B c Dawn Approach (IRE) - Althiba (Shamardal (USA))

4 9 2 (128)

YEGUADA CENTURION Fabien Lefebvre

MAURIZIO GUARNIERI, France (Breeder - Yeguada Centurion SL)

D ROYAL BLUE, WHITE seams and sash, WHITE and ROYAL BLUE chevrons on sleeves, hooped cap.

Draw 9

A winner at 1m 2f on the all-weather Beaten 8l behind Andromede at 40-1 when 9th of 13 on his latest outing at Chantilly over 1m 1f (soft) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with M Guarnieri in Italy. Official BHA Rating -

8 ZARAKEM (FR) (52)

4 9 2 (128)

1116-10 B c Zarak (FR) - Harem Mistress (IRE) (Mastercraftsman (IRE)) ECURIE BENAROUSSI SOFIANE/HARASD’ETREHAM Maxime Guyon J. REYNIER, France (Breeder - JP Cayrouze)

D EMERALD GREEN, RED diamond, WHITE cap.

Draw 8

Winner of six races from 1m 2f to 1m 5f on ground varying from good to heavy. Beaten 6l behind Haya Zark at 7-2 when eighth of 9 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Prix Ganay at ParisLongchamp over 1m 2f (soft) in April. Official BHA Rating 116

The Prince Of Wales’s Stakes (Group 1) (British Champions Series) - continued

Form Owner

Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

9 BLUE ROSE CEN (IRE) (24)

4 8 13 (125)

11451-5 B f Churchill (IRE) - Queen Blossom (IRE) (Jeremy (USA))

YEGUADA CENTURION

MAURIZIO GUARNIERI, France (Breeder - Yeguada Centurion SL)

D ROYAL BLUE, WHITE seams, WHITE and ROYAL BLUE chevrons on sleeves, hooped cap.

C. Soumillon

Draw 4

Has won eight races from 7f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Finished 2 1/4l behind Mqse De Sevigne when fifth of 8 at 15-2 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Prix d’Ispahan - Group 1 at ParisLongchamp over 1m 1f (soft) last month. Having her first run for a new stable today.

10 INSPIRAL (GB) (32)

25111-4 B m Frankel - Starscope (Selkirk (USA))

CHEVELEY PARK STUD

Official BHA Rating 116

5 8 13 (125)

Kieran Shoemark

JOHN & THADY GOSDEN, Newmarket

Groom - Sawai Singh (Breeder - Cheveley Park Stud Limited)

C D BF RED, WHITE sash, ROYAL BLUE cap.

Draw 10

Has won nine races from 7f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Finished 13l behind Audience when fourth of 10 at 2-1fav on her latest outing in the Group 1 Al Shaqab Lockinge Stakes at Newbury over 1m (good) last month.

Result: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

Official BHA Rating 120

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

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 10

Tongue Strap worn by No. 6.

Median Time: 2 mins 10.75 secs

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

2023: MOSTAHDAF (IRE) 5 9 2 Jim Crowley 10-1 (John & Thady Gosden) 6 ran

Race Summary:

Six-time Group 1 winner Inspiral took the Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf over this trip and she now has another crack at it after her below-par fourth in the Lockinge at Newbury last month. The daughter of Frankel boasts leading credentials, but Kieran Shoemark will have to navigate a path from a tricky draw in stall 10. With that in mind, the vote goes to AUGUSTE RODIN. Aidan O’Brien’s colt had a good prep run for this contest when filling the runner-up spot in the Tattersalls Gold Cup at the Curragh last time and he took the Irish Champion Stakes over this distance in September last year The 2023 dual Derby hero has proven his versatility in regards to distance at the top level and he could prove very hard to beat. Royal Rhyme took the Brigadier Gerard in preparation for a tilt at this prestigious prize and he may run better than his odds suggest.

The Prince Of Wales’s Stakes (Group 1) (British Champions Series) - continued

Race Predictor: AUGUSTE RODIN

INSPIRAL

ROYAL RHYME

Forecast: Correct as of 4.00pm 18.06.24 7-4 Auguste Rodin (IRE), 5-2 Inspiral (GB), 7-1 Horizon Dore (FR), 10-1 Alflaila (GB), 12-1 Blue Rose Cen (IRE), 20-1 Zarakem (FR),22-1 Royal Rhyme (IRE), 25-1 Lord North (IRE), 100-1 Hans Andersen (GB), 150-1 Snobbish (IRE)

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 race with a reserve running is The Royal Hunt Cup (Heritage Handicap)CRACK SHOT

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 Royal Hunt Cup (Heritage

Handicap)

One Mile (1,600 metres) ROYAL HUNT CUP COURSE (8f) For Three Year Olds And Upwards

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

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 79)

Stalls - Centre

Owners Prize Money: Winner £71103, Second £35560, Third £17780, Fourth £8890, Fifth £4445, Sixth £2223. (Penalty Value £90195) 19 Eliminated Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. SS

Form Owner Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

1 SONNY LISTON (IRE) (32) 5 9 13 (139)

05426-1

B g Lawman (FR) - Stars In Your Eyes (Galileo (IRE))

CHELSEA THOROUGHBREDS - THE BIG BEAR Rossa Ryan

RALPH BECKETT, Kimpton Down

Groom - Lucy Cooper (Breeder - Tally-Ho Stud)

D LIGHT BLUE, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE cap.

Draw 19

Successful at 7f and 1m on good ground. A winner at 10-1 at Newbury over 1m (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Metal Merchant by 2 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 111

2 SEAN (GER) (18)

2-42364 B h Excelebration (IRE) - Sharin (GER) (Areion (GER))

7 9 10 (136)

BARRATT RACING Saffie Osborne

JAMIE OSBORNE, Upper Lambourn

Groom - Oleksiy Makhmudov (Breeder - Mr Gestut Rottgen)

D WHITE, DARK BLUE and LIGHT BLUE hooped sleeves and cap.

Draw 16

He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 6l behind Royal Scotsman when fourth of 8 at 10-1 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Betfred Diomed Stakes at Epsom over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 108

3 KINGDOM COME (IRE) (49)

3-23124 B g Kingman - Monami (GER) (Sholokhov (IRE))

5 9 9 (135)

CHINA HORSE CLUB INTERNATIONAL LIMITED Richard Kingscote CLIVE COX, Hungerford (Breeder - Gestut Etzean)

RED, YELLOW stars, halved sleeves and star on cap.

Draw 7

He has won four times from 7f to 1m 1f on the all-weather. Finished 10l behind Quddwah when fourth of 5 at 11-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 107

The Royal Hunt Cup (Heritage Handicap) (Class 2)

- continued

Form Owner Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

4 HOLLOWAY BOY (GB)

33/04-43 Ch g Ulysses (IRE) - Sultry (Pivotal)

(60) 4 9 7 (133)

MR NICK WHITE & MRS E BURKE Sam James K. R. BURKE, Leyburn

Groom - Emma Kettlewell (Breeder - Cheveley Park Stud Limited)

C BF

WHITE and RED (quartered), WHITE sleeves, RED stars, WHITE cap, RED star.

Draw 23

A winner at 7f on good to firm ground, but that win was over two years ago. Third of 5 behind Shartash beaten 6l at 15-8fav on his latest outing at Thirsk over 7f (soft) in April. Official BHA Rating 105

5 STREETS OF GOLD (IRE) (39)

3305-06 B g Havana Gold (IRE) - Truly Honoured (Frankel)

J ALLISON & G C STEVENS

4 9 6 (132)

Charles Bishop EVE JOHNSON HOUGHTON, Blewbury

Groom - Ollie Carmichael (Breeder - Vimal & Gillian Khosla)

ORANGE, BEIGE epaulets and star on cap. Draw 5

Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Finished 2l behind The Wizard Of Eye when sixth of 21 at 12-1 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) last month.

6 BESHTANI (FR)

Official BHA Rating 104

(19) 4 9 6 (132)

21121-2 B g Siyouni (FR) - Beshara (FR) (Cape Cross (IRE))

WATHNAN RACING

H. A. AL JEHANI, Qatar

Groom - Eugene Husband (Breeder - S.A. Aga Khan)

D PEACOCK BLUE, OLD GOLD sleeves, RED cap.

James Doyle

Draw 9

He has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten a nose by Two Tempting when second of 15 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Epsom over 1m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 104

7 RAADOBARG (IRE) (53)

6 9 5 (131)

330-300 B g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Queen Bodicea (IRE) (Revoque (IRE)) AMO RACING LIMITED David Egan GEORGE BOUGHEY, Newmarket

Groom - Beth Barton (Breeder - Pier House Stud)

D VIOLET, WHITE quartered cap.

Draw 24

Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft - heavy, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 19l behind Miss Cantik at 5-1 when last of 9 on his latest outing at Leicester over 1m (soft) in April. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 27/4/2024 it was reported that the horse ran flat. Official BHA Rating 103

8 PEROTTO (GB) (312) 6 9 3 (129)

0/00101- Ch g New Bay - Tschierschen (IRE) (Acclamation)

HALCYON THOROUGHBREDS Tom Marquand

ROGER VARIAN, Newmarket

Groom - Pauline Priez (Breeder - China Horse Club International Ltd)

CD PURPLE, WHITE chevron, striped sleeves.

Draw 17

Winner of six races from 5f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. A winner at 10-3 over this course and distance (good to soft) on his latest outing in August last year, beating Fox Tal by a head. Official BHA Rating 101

The Royal Hunt Cup (Heritage Handicap) (Class 2) -

continued

Form Owner Trainer Age st lb

9 REAL

GAIN (IRE)

(60) 4 9 3 (129)

1/1315-0 B g Profitable (IRE) - Real Me (Mark of Esteem (IRE))

WATHNAN RACING

RICHARD HUGHES, Upper Lambourn

Groom - Stewart Gosnell (Breeder - Peter Onslow)

D PEACOCK BLUE, OLD GOLD sleeves and cap.

William Buick

He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 9l behind Metal Merchant at 8-1 when 10th of 21 on his latest outing at Newbury over 1m (good to soft) in April. Official BHA Rating 101

10 TALIS EVOLVERE (IRE) (32)

4 9 2 (128)

120133 B g Awtaad (IRE) - My Henrietta (USA) (Henrythenavigator (USA))

MRS B. AUSTIN & PARTNER

RICHARD HANNON, Marlborough (Breeder - Lynn Lodge Stud & Pier House Stud)

Joe Leavy (5)

D DARK BLUE, WHITE star, striped sleeves. Draw 11

He has won four times from 1m to 1m 1f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Third of 12 behind Sonny Liston beaten 3 1/2l at 9-2 on his latest outing at Newbury over 1m (good) last month.

11 COEUR D’OR (IRE) (26)

Official BHA Rating 100

8 9 2 (128)

31100-0 B g Dubawi (IRE) - Irresistible Jewel (IRE) (Danehill (USA))

MARK E. PHELAN/S.P.O’CONNOR

D. K. WELD, Ireland

Groom - Edward Ryan (Breeder - Moyglare Stud Farm Ltd)

D ORANGE, EMERALD GREEN chevrons on sleeves, WHITE cap, ORANGE diamond.

Chris Hayes

Draw 22

He has won four times from 7f to 1m 1f on good and yielding - soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 2 3/4l behind Red Letter Bray at 12-1 when seventh of 17 on his latest outing at Curragh over 6f (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 100

12

BLESS HIM (IRE) (11)

10 9 2 (128)

0050-30 B g Sea The Stars (IRE) - Happy Land (IRE) (Refuse To Bend (IRE)) TONY PERKINS & PARTNERS

DAVID SIMCOCK, Newmarket

Groom - Pep Singh (Breeder - Knocklong House Stud)

Jamie Spencer

CD YELLOW, BLACK chevron, BLACK and YELLOW halved sleeves, YELLOW cap, BLACK star. Draw 28

Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m on firm and good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 6l behind Tiber Flow at 25-1 when 10th of 11 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Betfred John Of Gaunt Stakes at Haydock over 7f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 100 (-1)

13 PADISHAKH (FR) (88) 4 9 2 (128)

40250-6 Br g Wootton Bassett - Penny Lane (GER) (Lord of England (GER)) WOODHURST, WITHERNSEA & S RYAN Sean Levey

DAVID O’MEARA, Upper Helmsley

Groom - Dilip Singh (Breeder - Haras d’Etreham et al)

D BLACK, YELLOW, GREEN & RED dartboard, WHITE sleeves, RED darts, RED cap.

Draw 15

Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good to soft ground. Finished 20l behind Charyn when sixth of 7 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 1m (soft) in March. Official BHA Rating 100

The Royal Hunt Cup (Heritage Handicap) (Class 2)

- continued

Form Owner Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

14 THE GATEKEEPER (IRE) (88)

5 9 2 (128)

01041-0 B g Excelebration (IRE) - Cherry Creek (IRE) (Montjeu (IRE))

MIDDLEHAM PARK RACING XIV

CHARLIE JOHNSTON, Middleham (Breeder - Sean Murphy)

CD LIGHT BLUE, ORANGE epaulets.

Neil Callan

14

Winner of five races from 5f to 1m on good and soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 11l behind Mr Professor at 12-1 when eighth of 20 on his latest outing at Doncaster over 1m (soft) in March.

15 ROPEY GUEST (GB) (39)

01062-5 B g Cable Bay (IRE) - Hadeeya (Oratorio (IRE))

JOHN GUEST RACING

Official BHA Rating 100

7 9 2 (128)

Tom Queally

GEORGE MARGARSON, Newmarket (Breeder - Mrs S. Hamilton & Kirtlington Stud Ltd)

D WHITE, ROYAL BLUE hoop, diabolo on sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap.

12

He has won four times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather. Finished 2l behind The Wizard Of Eye when fifth of 21 at 33-1 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) last month.

BHA Rating 100

16 AERION POWER (IRE) (17)

6 9 2 (128)

4343-01 B g Kingman - Applauded (IRE) (Royal Applause) (in 5lb ex)

KING POWER RACING CO LTD Ryan Moore

SIR MICHAEL STOUTE, Newmarket

Groom - Gary Corney (Breeder - Norelands Stud & Lofts Hall Stud)

D ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoop, striped sleeves, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star.

Draw 1

Hehaswonfourtimesfrom7fto1mongoodtofirmandgoodgroundandontheall-weather.Awinnerat8-1atNottinghamover 1m (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Great Blasket by 1/2l. Carries a 5lb penalty today for that success.

Official BHA Rating 95 (+2)

17 BLUE FOR YOU (IRE) (19)

6 9 1 (127)

0000-40 Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Love In The Sun (IRE) (Kodiac)

ALDERSON BURKE FRANCIS

DAVID O’MEARA, Upper Helmsley

Groom - Brijpal Singh (Breeder - Moyglare Stud Farm)

D RED and BLACK check, BLACK sleeves, WHITE cap.

Daniel Tudhope

Draw 27

He has won four times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 9l behind Two Tempting at 14-1 when 12th of 15 on his latest outing at Epsom over 1m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 99 (-2)

18 THUNDER BALL (GB) (47) 4 9 1 (127)

201-040 Ch g Night of Thunder (IRE) - Seradim (Elnadim (USA))

THE FAIRY STORY PARTNERSHIP Alec Voikhansky (3)

PAUL & OLIVER COLE, Whatcombe

Groom - Joaquim Da Silva (Breeder - Deepwood Farm Stud)

D ROYAL BLUE and YELLOW diabolo, YELLOW sleeves, ROYAL BLUE cap.

Draw 3

Successful at 7f and 1m on good and soft ground. Beaten 11l behind Noble Dynasty at 5-1 when last of 10 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 7f (good) last month. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 3/5/2024 it was reported that the horse ran flat. Official BHA Rating 99

The Royal Hunt Cup (Heritage Handicap) (Class 2)

Form Owner

19 SILENT FILM (GB) (57)

- continued

Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

6 9 0 (126)

041-203 Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Dibajj (FR) (Iffraaj)

MRS FITRI HAY

NON-RUNNER

IAN WILLIAMS, Alvechurch

Groom - Megan Burton (Breeder - Deerfield Farm)

D PINK, EMERALD GREEN chevron, halved sleeves, WHITE cap.

6l

Draw 13

Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 7 behind Crystal Delight beaten 6l at 8-1 on his latest outing at Epsom over 1m 2f (good) in April. Official BHA Rating 98

20 WILD TIGER (GB) (26)

1/-2411 B g Frankel - Antara (GER) (Platini (GER))

5 9 0 (126)

GODOLPHIN Oisin Murphy

SAEED BIN SUROOR, Newmarket

Groom - Jon Davies (Breeder - Godolphin)

ROYAL BLUE.

Draw 20

He has won three times from 5f to 7f on good ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 7-4fav at Goodwood over 7f (good) last month, beating Toimy Son by 2 1/2l. Has also won at Yarmouth this season.

Official BHA Rating 98

21 MIRSKY

(GB) (34) 5 8 13 (125)

1000-50 Ch g Siyouni (FR) - Latice (IRE) (Inchinor)

MR J. N. BLACKBURN Maxime Guyon DAVID O’MEARA, Upper Helmsley

Groom - Phoebe Robinson (Breeder - George Strawbridge)

BEIGE, RED seams, armlets and cap.

Draw 2

He has won four times from 1m to 1m 3f on good to soft and soft ground. Beaten 9l behind Point Lynas at 11-1 when 9th of 17 on his latest outing at York over 1m (good) last month.

22 FANTASTIC FOX (GB) (19)

4-31305 Ch g Frankel - Vasilia (Dansili)

Official BHA Rating 97

6 8 13 (125)

KING POWER RACING CO LTD Aidan Keeley (3) ROGER VARIAN, Newmarket

Groom - Erin Shannon (Breeder - Mr V. I. Araci)

D ROYAL BLUE, WHITE hoop, WHITE sleeves, ROYAL BLUE stars, WHITE cap, ROYAL BLUE star. Draw 30

Winner of five races at 1m on good to firm and soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Two Tempting when fifth of 15 at 11-1 on his latest outing at Epsom over 1m (good to soft) last month.

Official BHA Rating 97

23 METAL MERCHANT (IRE) (32) 4 8 13 (125)

6210-12 B g Make Believe - Whipped (IRE) (Whipper (USA)) RECYCLED PRODUCTS LIMITED & PARTNER David Probert

JACK CHANNON, West Ilsley (Breeder - Tinnakill Bloodstock & Forenaghts Stud)

CD LIGHT GREEN, YELLOW star, DARK GREEN sleeves, YELLOW cap.

Draw 8

He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather Beaten 2 1/2l by Sonny Liston when second of 12 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Newbury over 1m (good) last month.

The

Royal Hunt Cup (Heritage Handicap) (Class 2) - continued

Form Owner

24 DAYSOFOURLIVES (IRE)

6131-32 B g Churchill (IRE) - Komedy (IRE) (Kodiac)

(31) 4 8 13 (125)

MR RAED EL YOUSSEF Luke Morris

MARCO BOTTI, Newmarket

Groom - Diliwar Khan (Breeder - Mark Hanly & Stephanie Hanly)

CD

EMERALD GREEN, RED hoops, RED sleeves, EMERALD GREEN armlets. Draw 10

He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 1 3/4l by Mythical Guest when second of 7 at 7-2 on his latest outing at Newmarket over 1m 2f (good to firm) last month. He is wearing a visor for the first time. Official BHA Rating 97

25 TEMPUS (GB) (32)

02-4500 B g Kingman - Passage of Time (Dansili)

8 8 12 (124)

HAMBLETON RACING LTD XXXI AND PARTNER Kieran Shoemark

ARCHIE WATSON, Upper Lambourn

Groom - Hannah Belcher (Breeder - Juddmonte Farms Ltd)

CD BEIGE, DARK BLUE armlets, DARK BLUE cap.

Draw 4

Has won eight races from 1m to 1m 1f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy and on the all-weather. Beaten 7l behind Sonny Liston at 25-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing at Newbury over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 96

26

IMPERIAL FIGHTER (IRE) (4)

5 8 11 (123)

5004-00 B g The Gurkha (IRE) - Endure (IRE) (Green Desert (USA))

JIM AND CLAIRE LTD AND JON & KAY COLLINS Callum Shepherd

JAMIE OSBORNE, Upper Lambourn

Groom - Jimmy McCarthy (Breeder - Lynn Lodge Stud)

MAROON and BEIGE (quartered), hooped sleeves, BEIGE cap, MAROON star.

Draw 26

A winner at 7f on soft ground, but that win was over two years ago. Beaten 9l behind Two Tempting at 50-1 when 12th of 15 on his latest outing at Sandown over 1m (good to soft) earlier this month.

27 KING’S CODE (GB) (4)

Official BHA Rating 95 (-3)

4 8 9 (121)

400204 B g Saxon Warrior (JPN) - Polygon (USA) (Dynaformer (USA))

ERIC GRIFFITHS & P D EVANS Silvestre De Sousa DAVID EVANS, Abergavenny (Breeder - Rabbah Bloodstock Limited)

D BLACK, PINK star, PINK sleeves, BLACK armlets and stars on PINK cap.

Draw 18

Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m 1f on ground varying from firm to heavy and on the all-weather. Finished 5l behind Loyal Touch when fourth of 8 at 10-1 on his latest outing at Chester over 1m 2f (soft) earlier this month.

28 DUTCH DECOY (GB) (19)

6-02200 Ch g Dutch Art - The Terrier (Foxhound (USA))

(-2)

7 8 9 (121)

OWNERS GROUP 052 Joe Fanning

CHARLIE JOHNSTON, Middleham (Breeder - Bumble Bloodstock & Cheveley Park Stud)

D MAUVE, BLACK chevrons on sleeves, BLACK cap.

Draw 25

Has won nine races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten 6l behind Two Tempting at 14-1 when eighth of 15 on his latest outing at Epsom over 1m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 93 (-1)

The

Form Owner Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

29

REGHEEB (IRE) (27)

4 8 8 (120)

6150-23 Ch g New Approach (IRE) - Maoineach (USA) (Congaree (USA))

SHEIKH AHMED AL MAKTOUM Hollie Doyle

ARCHIE WATSON, Upper Lambourn

Groom - Aidan Jones (Breeder - J. S. Bolger)

D YELLOW, BLACK epaulets.

Draw 31

Successful at 1m and 1m 2f on soft ground and on the all-weather. Third of 9 behind Dual Identity beaten 2 1/2l at 16-1 on his latest outing at Sandown over 1m (soft) last month. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 23/5/2024 it was reported that the horse stumbled in running. Official BHA Rating 92

30 ELDRICKJONES (IRE) (33)

315-210 B g Cotai Glory - Dream Impossible (IRE) (Iffraaj)

5 8 8 (120)

FISHLAKE COMMERCIAL MOTORS LTD & PARTNER Billy Loughnane

ROGER FELL & SEAN MURRAY, Nawton (Breeder - D. J. Maher)

D BF LIGHT BLUE, LIGHT BLUE and WHITE diabolo on sleeves, WHITE cap.

Draw 21

He has won four times from 6f to 1m on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 20l behind Riot at 11-2jt-fav when 18th of 20 on his latest outing at York over 7f (good) last month. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 17/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was upset in the preliminaries.

Official BHA Rating 92

31 CRACK SHOT (IRE) (27) 4 8 8 (120)

2510-14 B g Kingman - Twitch (IRE) (Azamour (IRE))

MRS FITRI HAY Mickael Barzalona ED WALKER, Upper Lambourn

Groom - Shailu Singh (Breeder - Floors Farming & The Duke Of Devonshire)

D BF PINK, EMERALD GREEN chevron, halved sleeves, EMERALD GREEN and PINK quartered cap.

Draw 32

He has won three times at 1m on good to firm and good ground. Finished 5l behind Dual Identity when fourth of 9 at 16-5fav on his latest outing at Sandown over 1m (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 92

Result: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

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

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 30

Blinkers worn first time by No. 25. Visor worn first time by No. 24. Hood worn by No. 8, 12. Blinkers worn by No. 18. Visor worn by No. 15, 17, 27, 32. Tongue Strap worn by No. 7, 11. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No. 26. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No. 6, 7, 20.

Median Time: 1 min 41.40 secs

Record Time: 1 min 36.60 secs by Ribchester age 4 wt 9-0 good to firm, 20/06/17

2023: JIMI HENDRIX (IRE) 4 9 5 Rossa Ryan 22-1 (Ralph Beckett) 30 ran

The

Race Summary:

Wathnan Racing look to hold a strong hand in this contest and James Doyle presumably prefers BESHTANI to Real Gain. Having shown smart form in France, the selection was making his UK debut when finishing an excellent second behind a subsequent winner over an extended mile at Epsom last month. The handicapper left him on the same mark and this four-year-old son of Siyouni can make amends for that near-miss. Wild Tiger did it well when scoring readily over 7f in a Goodwood handicap most recently and he warrants respect despite being upped 6lb. Last year’s fourth, Aerion Power, looks primed for another prominent showing despite the burden of a 5lb penalty for winning at Nottingham earlier this month, while a truly-run race with a stiff finish can suit Dutch Decoy and he could earn himself a spot on the podium.

Race Predictor:

BESHTANI

WILD TIGER AERION POWER

Forecast: Correct as of 4.00pm 18.06.24

9-1 Real Gain (IRE), 10-1 Wild Tiger (GB), 12-1 Beshtani (FR), Coeur d’Or (IRE), 14-1 Sonny Liston (IRE), 16-1 Metal Merchant (IRE), 16-1 Streets of Gold (IRE), Tempus (GB), 20-1 Aerion Power (IRE), Bless Him (IRE), Holloway Boy (GB), Perotto (GB), The Gatekeeper (IRE), 22-1 Talis Evolvere (IRE), Daysofourlives (IRE), 25-1 Dutch Decoy (GB), 28-1 Crack Shot (IRE), 33-1 Blue For You (IRE), Fantastic Fox (GB), Regheeb (IRE), Ropey Guest (GB), Thunder Ball (GB), 40-1 Kingdom Come (IRE), Padishakh (FR), Raadobarg (IRE), Sean (GER), 50-1 Eldrickjones (IRE), King’s Code (GB), Mirsky (GB), 66-1 Imperial Fighter (IRE),

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The Kensington Palace Stakes

One Mile (1,600 metres) ROYAL HUNT CUP COURSE (8f )

For Four Year Olds And Upwards Fillies And Mares

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

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 79)

Stalls - Centre

Owners Prize Money: Winner £44693, Second £22352, Third £11176, Fourth £5588, Fifth £2794, Sixth £1397. (Penalty Value £56694) Weights raised 5lb and paragraphs 27 to 31 of the Weights and Handicapping Code complied with where applicable. SS

Form Owner Trainer Age st

1 VILLANOVA

QUEEN (IRE) (24)

5 9 12 (138)

1006-46 Ch m Mastercraftsman (IRE) - Quads (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))

MR WILLIAM CRAGER Shane Foley

MRS J. HARRINGTON, Ireland

(Breeder - Old Carhue Stud & Graeng Bloodstock Ltd)

CD GREY and WHITE stripes, WHITE sleeves, RED cap. Draw 24

She has won three times from 7f to 1m on good and good - yielding ground. Finished 5l behind Ocean Jewel when sixth of 8 at 14-1 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Lanwades Stud Stakes at Curragh over 1m (good) last month.

2

ADELAISE (IRE) (74)

45245-1 B m Lawman (FR) - Adelasia (IRE) (Iffraaj)

TEME VALLEY

Official BHA Rating 100

5 9 10 (136)

William Buick

JOSEPH PATRICK O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom - Aoife Monahan (Breeder - John O’Connor)

D MAROON, YELLOW hoops, MAROON sleeves, YELLOW cap.

Draw 22

Successful at 7f and 1m on the all-weather. A winner at 10-3 at Kempton over 1m on her latest outing in April, beating Choisya by a head.

3 MAMMAS GIRL (GB) (24)

Official BHA Rating 98

4 9 9 (135)

6640-60 Ch f Havana Grey - Mamma Morton (IRE) (Elnadim (USA))

AMO RACING LIMITED

ADRIAN MURRAY, Ireland (Breeder - Robert Cornelius)

VIOLET, WHITE quartered cap.

David Egan

Draw 8

Successfultwice at 7f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 6l behind Ocean Jewel at 14-1 when last of 8 on her latest outing in the Group 2 Lanwades Stud Stakes at Curragh over 1m (good) last month.

Official BHA Rating 97

The Kensington Palace Stakes (Class 2) - continued

Form Owner

4 MYSTIC PEARL (FR) (39)

Trainer Age st lb (lbs)

4 9 9 (135)

13-6463 B f Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Ertiyad (Dark Angel (IRE))

SHEIKH JUMA DALMOOK AL MAKTOUM Tom Marquand WILLIAM HAGGAS, Newmarket

Groom - Monazir Alam (Breeder - Rabbah Bloodstock Limited)

D DARK BLUE, large YELLOW spots. Draw 7

Successful at 7f and 1m on good ground. Third of 10 behind Bellarchi beaten 1 1/2l at 18-1 on her latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 97

5 VETIVER (GB) (39)

4135-06 Ch f Twilight Son - Poana (FR) (New Approach (IRE))

4 9 8 (134)

CHEVELEY PARK STUD Oisin Murphy ANDREW BALDING, Kingsclere

Groom - Chloe Lindsay (Breeder - Cheveley Park Stud Limited)

D RED, WHITE sash, ROYAL BLUE cap. Draw 15

She has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to soft and soft ground. Finished 9l behind Great Generation when sixth of 9 at 14-1 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Chartwell Fillies’ Stakes at Lingfield over 7f (good) last month.

6 CELL SA BEELA (GB) (39)

0/0031-0 Br f Kingman - Sellsabeel (FR) (Galileo (IRE))

Official BHA Rating 96

4 9 7 (133)

SHEIKH MOHAMMED BIN KHALIFA AL MAKTOUM James Doyle ROGER VARIAN, Newmarket

Groom - Rebecca Edman (Breeder - Essafinaat UK Ltd)

C YELLOW, ROYAL BLUE chevron, ROYAL BLUE cap.

Draw 17

Successful twice at 7f on good ground. Beaten 13l behind Great Generation at 11-1 when last of 9 on her latest outing in the Group 3 Chartwell Fillies’ Stakes at Lingfield over 7f (good) last month.

Official BHA Rating 95

7 FAKHAMA (IRE) (309) 4 9 5 (131)

142- Gr f Kingman - Majmu (AUS) (Redoute’s Choice (AUS))

SHADWELL ESTATE COMPANY LTD Cieren Fallon WILLIAM HAGGAS, Newmarket

Groom - Libby Roper (Breeder - Shadwell Estate Company Limited) ROYAL BLUE, WHITE epaulets, BLACK cap. Draw 1

A winner at 7f on soft ground. Beaten 4l by Shining Jewel when second of 6 at 8-11fav on her latest outing at Chelmsford City over 1m in August last year. Official BHA Rating 93

8 TWIRLING (IRE) (19) 4 9 4 (130)

313-031 B f Churchill (IRE) - Turning Top (IRE) (Pivotal) MRS DOREEN TABOR Ryan Moore

SIMON & ED CRISFORD, Newmarket (Breeder - Chelston Ireland)

D BLACK, WHITE disc, striped sleeves and cap.

Draw 14

She haswon three times at 1m on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 4-1 at Doncasterover 1m (good to soft) on her latest outing last month, beating Roarin’ Success by 1/2l. Official BHA Rating 92

The Kensington Palace Stakes (Class 2) - continued

Form Owner

9 BACK SEE DAA

Trainer

(GB) (323) 4 9 3 (129)

42/2166- B f Lope de Vega (IRE) - Zoella (USA) (Invincible Spirit (IRE))

MR C. R. HIRST Clifford Lee

K. R. BURKE, Leyburn

Groom - Alex Cliffe (Breeder - Newsells Park Stud)

D DARK BLUE, large WHITE spots, DARK BLUE and WHITE chevrons on sleeves, DARK BLUE and WHITE striped cap.

Draw 4

A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 4l behind Choisya when sixth of 18 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 1m (good to soft) in August last year. Official BHA Rating 91

10 KARSAVINA (GB) (26)

50645-0 B f Ulysses (IRE) - Osipova (Makfi)

4 9 2 (128)

MR S. E. SANGSTER Dylan Browne McMonagle JOSEPH PATRICK O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom - Beau Wright (Breeder - Cheveley Park Stud Limited)

EMERALD GREEN, ROYAL BLUE sleeves, WHITE cap, EMERALD GREEN spots.

Draw 18

A winner at 7f on soft ground. Beaten 3 1/2l behind State Actor at 14-1 when seventh of 14 on her latest outing at Curragh over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 90

11

SUMMER OF LOVE (IRE) (14)

41-1 B f Dark Angel (IRE) - Albasharah (USA) (Arch (USA))

4 9 0 (126)

GODOLPHIN C. Soumillon

SAEED BIN SUROOR, Newmarket

Groom - Martyn Scourse (Breeder - Godolphin)

ROYAL BLUE.

Draw 10

Successful twice at 7f on the all-weather. A winner at 7-2 at Kempton over 7f on her latest outing earlier this month, beating Bobby Bennu by 1 1/4l. Official BHA Rating 88

12 FARHH TO SHY (GB) (17)

33-0060 B m Farhh - Coconut Shy (Bahamian Bounty)

6 9 0 (126)

MR F. BUTLER Tom Queally GEORGE MARGARSON, Newmarket (Breeder - Mr F. Butler)

CD ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW hollow box, YELLOW sleeves, ROYAL BLUE armlets, YELLOW cap.

Draw 2

Winner of six races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Aerion Power at 17-2 when seventh of 9 on her latest outing at Nottingham over 1m (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating 88

13 ROWAYEH (IRE) (46)

31136-0 B f Dubawi (IRE) - Alaflaak (USA) (War Front (USA))

4 8 13 (125)

SHADWELL ESTATE COMPANY LTD Jim Crowley

OWEN BURROWS, Lambourn

Groom - Arif Mohammed (Breeder - Shadwell Estate Company Limited)

D ROYAL BLUE, WHITE epaulets, striped cap.

Draw 16

Successful twice at 1m on good to firm and good to soft ground. Beaten 7l behind Crack Shot at 11-2 when seventh of 16 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 87

The Kensington Palace Stakes (Class 2) -

Form Owner

14

CANOODLED (IRE) (19)

640-000 B m Mehmas (IRE) - Fondled (Selkirk (USA))

continued

6 8 11 (123)

LAURENCE BELLMAN Luke Morris

ED WALKER, Upper Lambourn

Groom - Cassi Hodge (Breeder - Ringfort Stud)

D ROYAL BLUE, YELLOW stripe, sleeves and cap.

Draw 23

She has won four times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft. Beaten 6l behind Two Tempting at 50-1 when 10th of 15 on her latest outing at Epsom over 1m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 85

15 MOONSPIRIT (GB) (21)

3311-64 B f Kingman - Marie de Medici (USA) (Medicean)

4 8 11 (123)

MR GEORGE WAUD Billy Loughnane

GEORGE BOUGHEY, Newmarket

Groom - Emma Greening (Breeder - Godolphin)

D BLACK, RED seams, BLACK cap. Draw 9

She has won three times at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 8l behind Fair Angellica when fourth of 10 at 14-1 on her latest outing at Kempton over 7f last month. She is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time. Official BHA Rating 85

16 DOHA (GB) (26)

341-2 B f Sea The Stars (IRE) - Treve (FR) (Motivator)

AL SHAQAB RACING

4 8 11 (123)

Hector Crouch

RALPH BECKETT, Kimpton Down

Groom - Lottie Goss (Breeder - Al Shaqab Racing)

D BF SILVER, GOLD braid, MAROON cap, GOLD tassel.

Draw 21

A winner at 1m on soft ground. Beaten a neck by Never Ending when second of 5 at 8-13fav on her latest outing at Haydock over 1m 2f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 85

17

ROARIN’ SUCCESS (GB) (19)

4 8 11 (123)

1035-22 Ch f Roaring Lion (USA) - Random Success (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))

MR PAUL INGLETT

HARRY CHARLTON, Beckhampton

Groom - Sam George (Breeder - Paul Inglett)

CD PURPLE and YELLOW diamonds, YELLOW and PURPLE striped sleeves.

Trevor Whelan

Draw 19

Successful at 7f and 1m on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 1/2l by Twirling when second of 11 at 10-3 on her latest outing at Doncaster over 1m (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating 85

18

HOPEFUL (GB)

(32) 4 8 10 (122)

4/-1523 B f Make Believe - Moon Mountain (Frankel)

PRINCE A. A. FAISAL

Mickael Barzalona

ANDREW BALDING, Kingsclere

Groom - Rosie Sanders (Breeder - Nawara Stud Limited)

D MAROON, GREY epaulets.

Draw 20

A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Third of 9 behind Great Blasket beaten 1/2l at 4-1 on her latest outing at Newmarket over 1m (good) last month. Official BHA Rating 84

The Kensington Palace Stakes (Class 2) - continued

Form Owner Trainer

19 RAJINDRI (IRE) (28)

1012-21 B f Profitable (IRE) - Ugneya (IRE) (Teofilo (IRE))

4 8 10 (122)

JASTAR CAPITAL LIMITED Kieran Shoemark

TOM CLOVER, Newmarket (Breeder - Kilweelran Ltd)

ORANGE, PINK epaulets.

11

She has won three times at 7f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 4-1 at Kempton over 7f on her latest outing last month, beating Metaverse by a neck. Official BHA Rating 84

20 ELIM (IRE) (30)

4 8 9 (121)

2/211-4 B f Make Believe - Majestic Dancer (IRE) (Danehill Dancer (IRE))

JULIE AND DAVID R MARTIN AND DAN HALL Jamie Spencer

EDWARD BETHELL, Middleham

Groom - Liam Reeves (Breeder - Lawnview Stud)

D BF DARK BLUE and YELLOW (halved), DARK BLUE sleeves, YELLOW cap.

13

Successful twice at 1m on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2 1/4l behind Ron O when fourth of 10 at 10-3fav on her latest outing at Redcar over 1m (good to firm) last month. Official BHA Rating 83

21 MOTHER MARY (IRE) (15)

123-004

B f Zoffany (IRE) - Coolnagree (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE))

4 8 7 (119)

MR MICHAEL WILLIAMS George Rooke

RICHARD HUGHES, Upper Lambourn

Groom - David Symes-Meineck (Breeder - Lodge Park Stud)

DARK BLUE, WHITE stripe, GREY sleeves, WHITE and GREY striped cap.

Draw 12

A winner at 7f on soft ground. Finished 2l behind Metabolt when fourth of 7 at 11-2 on her latest outing at Leicester over 7f (soft) earlier this month. She is wearing cheekpieces for the first time. Official BHA Rating 81

22 AZAHARA PALACE (GB) (23)

12156-1 B f Adaay (IRE) - Josefa Goya (Sakhee’s Secret)

THE TOD PARTNERSHIP

4 8 7 (119)

Silvestre De Sousa

HUGHIE MORRISON, East Ilsley

Groom - Ibrahim Yousaf (Breeder - Lord Margadale)

D DARK GREEN, WHITE sash, check cap.

Draw 25

She has won four times at 1m on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. A winner at 9-1 at Leicester over 1m (good to soft) on her latest outing last month, beating Indemnity by 1l.

23 AURORA DAWN (IRE) (26)

Official BHA Rating 81

4 8 7 (119)

3121-56 B f Awtaad (IRE) - Bright New Day (IRE) (New Approach (IRE))

DUBAI THOROUGHBRED RACING Saffie Osborne

ED WALKER, Upper Lambourn

Groom - Francesca Allen (Breeder - Epona Bloodstock Ltd)

PURPLE and WHITE diabolo, WHITE sleeves, PURPLE armlets, PURPLE and WHITE hooped cap.

Draw 6

Successful twice at 7f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 6l behind Wild Tiger when sixth of 12 at 10-1 on her latest outing at Goodwood over 7f (good) last month. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 24/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run. Official BHA Rating 81

The Kensington Palace Stakes (Class 2) - continued

Form Owner

Trainer

24 CIARA PEARL (GB) (8) 4

2-11156 B f Twilight Son - Upskittled (Diktat)

8 4 (116)

MR ANDREW STONEHILL Jack Doughty (5)

DANIEL & CLAIRE KUBLER, Lambourn

Groom - Arla-Jade Cheshire (Breeder - Whatton Manor Stud)

D DARK BLUE, PINK star, DARK BLUE sleeves, PINK stars, DARK BLUE cap, PINK star.

Draw 3

She has won four times from 1m to 1m 2f on soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 5l behind Quietness when sixth of 10 at 15-2 on her latest outing at Salisbury over 1m 2f (good to firm) earlier this month. Has won 3 times this season.

Official BHA Rating 78 (-1)

25 VICTORIA FALLS (IRE) (8) 5 8 2 (114)

120-022 B m Heeraat (IRE) - Lady Red Oak (Medicean)

MR D. R. PASSANT Connor Planas (3)

HUGO PALMER, Malpas (Breeder - Mr D. R. Passant)

D BLACK, LIGHT GREEN and BLACK chevrons on sleeves, LIGHT GREEN cap.

Draw 5

She has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 3/4l by Own Accord when second of 10 at 4-1 on her latest outing at Wetherby over 1m (good) earlier this month. Runs from 1lb out of handicap.

Official BHA Rating 75 (+3)

Result: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

Distances: 1-2 2-3

Time: Min . Secs.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 25

Tongue Strap worn first time by No. 15. Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn first time by No. 21.

Visor worn by No 25 Tongue Strap worn by No 4, 8. Hood, Tongue Strap worn by No 5.

Sheepskin Cheek Pieces worn by No 1, 15

Median Time: 1 min 41.40 secs

Record Time: 1 min 36.60 secs by Ribchester age 4 wt 9-0 good to firm, 20/06/17

2023: VILLANOVA QUEEN (IRE) 4 9 10 Colin Keane 25-1 (Mrs J Harrington) 19 ran

The Kensington Palace Stakes (Class 2) -

Race Summary:

Summer Of Love heads the early markets after Saeed bin Suroor’s Dark Angel filly scored comfortably enough on her return at Kempton and, with an opening handicap mark of 88, she can go well with a clear run, but Irish raider ADELAISE is still preferred. A little unlucky when short of room before finishing fourth here last year, she won the Listed Snowdrop Stakes at Kempton in April beating the 100-rated Choisya by a head, suggesting a mark of 98 here is workable. She looks as if she stays further so a fast-run mile could be ideal and, with William Buick booked to ride, she appears to have every chance. Villanova Queen won this last year and returns to handicap company boasting a chance, along with the lightly-raced pair Fakhama and Doha.

Race Predictor:

ADELAISE

SUMMER OF LOVE

VILLANOVA QUEEN

Forecast: Correct as of 4.00pm 18.06.24

8-1 Summer of Love (IRE), 10-1 Doha (GB), Twirling (IRE), 12-1 Elim (IRE), 16-1 Adelaise (IRE), Aurora Dawn (IRE), Azahara Palace (GB), Fakhama (IRE), Hopeful (GB), Mystic Pearl (FR), Rajindri (IRE), Roarin’ Success (GB),Rowayeh (IRE), 20-1 Karsavina (GB), Vetiver (GB), Villanova Queen (IRE), 33-1 Farhh To Shy (GB), Mother Mary (IRE), 40-1 Back See Daa (GB), Cell Sa Beela (GB), Ciara Pearl (GB), Mammas Girl (GB), Moonspirit (GB), 50-1 Victoria Falls (IRE), 66-1 Canoodled (IRE)

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The Windsor Castle Stakes

(Listed Race)

Five Furlongs (5f ) (1,000 metres) For Two Year Olds

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

(FOR CONDITIONS OF THIS RACE SEE PAGE 79)

Stalls - Centre

Owners Prize Money: Winner £49016, Second £20119, Third £10065, Fourth £5027, Fifth £2519, Sixth £1254. (Penalty Value £62381) 3 Balloted Out Under Rules (I)9 and (I)10. A SS

Form Owner Trainer st lb (lbs)

1 AIN’T NOBODY (IRE) (19) 9 5 (131)

1 B c Sands of Mali (FR) - Burmese Waltz (Showcasing) J BLACKBURN & J MATTHEWS Jamie Spencer KEVIN RYAN, Hambleton

Groom - Will Brown (Breeder - Ballyhane (Rathbride) Umlimited)

D BEIGE, RED seams, armlets and cap.

Draw 27

Foaled 25 Mar. Dam won twice at 6f. A winner at 8-1 at Carlisle over 5f (good to soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Georgecandoit by 1 3/4l. Official BHA Rating -

2 ARABIAN COBRA (IRE) (13)

625 Gr c Dark Angel (IRE) - Dr Simpson (FR) (Dandy Man (IRE))

JONES, MCCARTHY, OWEN

HUGO PALMER, Malpas (Breeder - Yeomanstown Stud)

PURPLE, ORANGE hoops, WHITE sleeves, PURPLE armlets, ORANGE cap.

9 5 (131)

David Probert

Draw 20

Foaled 20 Feb. Placed once in three starts. Finished 3 1/2l behind Dubai Bling when fifth of 15 at 5-2 on his latest outing at Haydock over 6f (good) earlier this month. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 6/6/2024 it was reported that the horse hung left-handed. Official BHA Rating -

3 ARTAGNAN (IRE) (14) 9 5 (131)

2 B c Mehmas (IRE) - White Rosa (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

WATHNAN RACING

K. R. BURKE, Leyburn

Groom - Emily Armstrong (Breeder - South House Stud)

BF PEACOCK BLUE, OLD GOLD sleeves and cap.

William Buick

Draw 5

Foaled 22 Apr. Half-brother to Marshman, won three times at 5f and 6f including a Group 3 race. Beaten 2l by Loom when second of 10 at 6-4fav on his racecourse debut at Ripon over 5f (good) earlier this month.

Official BHA Rating -

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Form Owner

4 BRETTON WOOD (GB) (23)

555 B c Frankel - Pretty Pollyanna (Oasis Dream)

THE GREDLEY FAMILY

continued

9 5 (131)

Silvestre De Sousa

JAMES OWEN, Newmarket

Groom - Rhea Betts (Breeder - Stetchworth & Middle Park Studs Ltd)

YELLOW, BLACK and YELLOW striped sleeves, WHITE cap.

Draw 24

Foaled13Mar.Unplacedinallthreestarts.Finished8lbehindElBurhanwhenfifthof9at5-1onhislatestoutingatYarmouth over 7f (good to soft) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Official BHA Rating -

5 BROSAY (GB) (22)

5313 B c Tasleet - Hattytown (Ivawood (IRE))

9 5 (131)

RC VIP SYNDICATE ONE Gavin Ryan

DIEGO DIAS, Ireland (Breeder - Redgate Bloodstock)

D NAVY BLUE, WHITE emblematic R and COPPER C, COPPER collar and armlets, NAVY BLUE and COPPER quartered cap.

Draw 7

Foaled 10 Mar. A winner at 5f on heavy ground. Third of 6 behind Evening Saigon beaten 2l at 8-1 on his latest outing at Tipperary over 5f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating -

6 CALYXOH (IRE) (15)

24 B g Calyx - Eldalil (Singspiel (IRE))

9 5 (131)

MR LAURENCE HOLDER Billy Loughnane

JANE CHAPPLE-HYAM, Newmarket

Groom - Sophie Durman (Breeder - Newstead Breeding)

BF LIGHT BLUE, MAROON spots, MAROON and LIGHT BLUE halved sleeves, MAROON cap, LIGHT BLUE spots.

Draw

9

Foaled 25 Apr Half-brother to Given Choice, won three times between 1m 2f and 1m 6f. Placed once in two starts Finished 2l behind Pentle Bay when fourth of 14 at 5-2fav on his latest outing at Leicester over 6f (good to soft) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating -

7 CELTIC CHIEFTAIN (IRE) (11) 9 5 (131)

1 B c No Nay Never (USA) - Southern Belle (IRE) (Aqlaam)

TABOR/SMITH/MRS J MAGNIER/BRANT W. M. Lordan AIDAN O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom - Enora Hervio (Breeder - Awbeg Stud Unlimited) D ROYAL BLUE, ORANGE disc, striped sleeves and cap. Draw 12

Foaled 17 Jan. Half-brother to Lumacho, won twice at 5f. A winner at 8-1 at Navan over 5f (good) on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Red Evolution by a neck. Official BHA Rating -

8 CHEVAL DE GUERRE (USA) (55) 9 5 (131)

2 Gr or Ro c Caravaggio (USA) - Champagne Diet (USA) (Declaration of War (USA))

RESOLUTE RACING Oisin Murphy

EDDIE KENNEALLY, USA (Breeder - AJ Suited LLC)

BLACK, ‘RR’ logo, BLUE yoke, BLUE sleeves, two BLACK armlets and cuffs, BLACK cap with ‘RR’ logo.

Draw 1

Foaled 7 Feb. Dam won at 1m. Beaten by Into Diamonds when second of 16 at 33-10 on his racecourse debut at Keeneland over 5f (good) in April. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.

Official BHA Rating -

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continued

Form Owner Trainer

9 END OF STORY (IRE) (19)

15 B c Bungle Inthejungle - Sommore (IRE) (Anjaal)

9 5 (131)

MRS J. RYAN Kevin Stott

KEVIN RYAN, Hambleton

Groom - Kirsty Farrell (Breeder - John Joseph Fielding)

D YELLOW, LIGHT GREEN epaulets, YELLOW sleeves, LIGHT GREEN spots.

Draw 2

Foaled 9 Mar. Dam unraced. A winner at 5f on good to soft ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Teej A when fifth of 10 at 9-2 on his latest outing at Epsom over 6f (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating -

10 FUJI MOUNTAIN (IRE) (17)

9 5 (131)

02 Gr g Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Angelic Light (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE))

STEVE & BEA RYAN LIMITED Callum Shepherd DECLAN CARROLL, Malton

Groom - Kym Dee (Breeder - Yeomanstown Stud)

PURPLE, PINK chevron, WHITE sleeves, PURPLE stars, WHITE cap, PURPLE star.

Draw 3

Foaled 24 Jan. Half-brother to Sturlasson, won at 5f. Placed once in two starts. Beaten 2 1/4l by Kassaya when second of 12 at 33-1 on his latest outing at Nottingham over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating -

11

GABALDON (USA) (39)

9 5 (131)

1 Gr or Ro c Gone Astray (USA) - Valuable Miss (USA) (Value Plus (USA))

SOLDI STABLE LLC Emisael Jaramillo

JOSE D’ANGELO, USA

(Breeder - Carol Ann Reitman, Susan Gannon & Wareen)

D RED, WHITE “S” GREEN trim, RED sleeves, GREEN stripe WHITE trim, RED cap, WHITE “S” GREEN trim and band.

Draw 26

Foaled 14 Jan. Full brother to Valuable Breigh, won seven times between 6f and 1m. A winner at 16-1 at Gulfstream over 5f (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Reach For The Rose by 1 1/4l. He is wearing blinkers and a tongue-tie for the first time. Official BHA Rating -

12 HAWAIIAN (GB) (27)

16 B c Kodiac - Kahala Queen (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))

9 5 (131)

SHEIKH MOHAMMED OBAID AL MAKTOUM Sean Levey RICHARD HANNON, Marlborough (Breeder - Sheikh Mohammed Obaid Al Maktoum)

D BF YELLOW, large BLACK spots and spots on cap.

Draw 18

Foaled 13 Feb. Dam won at 7f. A winner at 5f on good to soft ground. Finished 7l behind Enchanting Empress when last of 6 at 6-5fav on his latest outing at Sandown over 5f (soft) last month. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 23/5/2024 it was reported that the horse was unsuited by the going. Official BHA Rating -

13 HONORARY AMERICAN (IRE) (26) 9 5 (131)

3 B c Churchill (IRE) - Heartlines (USA) (Bernardini (USA))

W STROUD/SMART CHOICE STABLE/OCEAN REEF Joel Rosario WESLEY WARD, USA

(Breeder - J. K. Beckitt & Son)

BLUE, RED braces, RED ‘WS’, BLUE sleeves, two RED armlets, quartered cap.

Draw 4

Foaled 13 Mar. Dam won at 7f. Third of 9 behind Soontobeking beaten at evens fav on his racecourse debut at Belmont At The Big A over 5f last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Official BHA Rating -

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continued

Form Owner

14 JM JHINGREE (IRE) (11) 9 5 (131)

513 B g Dandy Man (IRE) - La Pergola (FR) (Penny’s Picnic (IRE))

MPS RACING & THE AYRSHIRE TRADESMEN 1 Jason Hart

JOHN & SEAN QUINN, Malton (Breeder - L. Foley & Ballygowan Bloodstock Ltd)

D LIGHT GREEN, WHITE stars on sleeves, LIGHT GREEN cap, WHITE star.

Draw 21

Foaled 25 Jan. A winner at 5f on soft ground. Third of 5 behind Shareholder beaten 3l at 14-1 on his latest outing at Beverley over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. He was also engaged to run at Catterick yesterday. Official BHA Rating -

15 KARL CARLSTON (IRE) (35)

3 Ch c Mehmas (IRE) - Wittgenstein (IRE) (Shamardal (USA))

9 5 (131)

AMO RACING LIMITED Rossa Ryan

RAPHAEL FREIRE, Lambourn (Breeder - Randolf Stevens Ltd)

BF VIOLET, WHITE cap.

Draw 11

Foaled 28 Apr. Half-brother to Suzy’s Shoes, won at 1m 3f. Third of 14 behind Spirited Dancer beaten 5l at 7-4fav on his racecourse debut at Bath over 6f (good) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with D J S Ffrench Davis. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 15/5/2024 it was reported that the horse hung badly left-handed. Official BHA Rating -

16 PONT NEUF (IRE) (34)

11 Ch g Cotai Glory - La Seine (USA) (Rahy (USA))

9 5 (131)

EDEN RACING Charles Bishop

EVE JOHNSON HOUGHTON, Blewbury

Groom - Dan Wise (Breeder - Abbas Akbar Al Muila Muila)

D RED, BEIGE seams, RED sleeves and cap.

Draw 23

Foaled 15 Apr. Half-brother to Art De Vivre, won three times at 1m 2f and 1m 3f. Successful twice at 5f on soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner at 8-1 at Salisbury over 5f (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Kassaya by 3/4l. Has also won at Kempton this season. Official BHA Rating -

17 REPOSADO (GB) (27)

024 B c Wootton Bassett - Marsh Hawk (Invincible Spirit (IRE))

9 5 (131)

AMO RACING LIMITED & GISELLE DE AGUIAR David Egan RAPHAEL FREIRE, Lambourn (Breeder - Rockcliffe Stud)

VIOLET, WHITE quartered cap.

Draw 13

Foaled 31 Mar. Placed once in three starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Enchanting Empress when fourth of 6 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Sandown over 5f (soft) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with D J S Ffrench Davis. Official BHA Rating -

18 ROCK N ROLL ROCKET (IRE) (22)

9 5 (131)

15 B c Far Above (IRE) - California Tee (Kheleyf (USA)) BRONSAN&SYNDICATESRACINGAMYOLIVIAMARNANE Shane Foley

DAVID LOUGHNANE, Tern Hill

Groom - Michelle Mullineaux (Breeder - C. Marnane)

D DARK GREEN, WHITE hoop and sleeves.

Draw 19

Foaled 22 Feb. Dam won twice at 5f. A winner at 5f on good ground. Finished 15l behind Evening Saigon when fifth of 6 at 4-1 on his latest outing at Tipperary over 5f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating -

The Windsor Castle Stakes (Listed Race) -

Form Owner

19 RUDI’S APPLE (IRE) (21)

3 Ch c No Nay Never (USA) - Matorio (FR) (Oratorio (IRE))

9 5 (131)

H. O. S. SYNDICATE Dylan Browne McMonagle

JOSEPH PATRICK O’BRIEN, Ireland

Groom - Azhar Khan (Breeder - Frank Antonacci & David Reid)

WHITE, PINK star, PINK cap, WHITE star.

Draw 28

Foaled 5 May. Full brother to Never Fear, won three times at 6f and 7f. Third of 7 behind Sir Yoshi beaten 2 3/4l at 5-1 on his racecourse debut at Tipperary over 5f (soft) last month. Official BHA Rating -

20 SENSORIUM (IRE) (25)

3 Gr c Kodiac - Reticent Angel (IRE) (Dark Angel (IRE))

9 5 (131)

A. HUGHES, M. BROUGHTON & T. ELPHICK Rhys Clutterbuck

DYLAN CUNHA, Newmarket

Groom - Patrick Kay (Breeder - Mountarmstrong Stud)

EMERALD GREEN, ORANGE stars, WHITE sleeves, ORANGE stars, WHITE cap, ORANGE star.

Draw 8

Foaled 17 Mar. Dam won twice at 5f. Third of 11 behind Afentiko beaten 4 1/2l at 16-1 on his racecourse debut at Windsor over 6f (good) last month. STEWARDS NOTE: Following its run on 25/5/2024 it was reported that the horse lost a shoe. Official BHA Rating -

21 SEX ON FIRE (IRE) (49)

9 5 (131)

13 B c Dark Angel (IRE) - Intense Romance (IRE) (Intense Focus (USA))

PHIL CUNNINGHAM Tom Marquand

RICHARD SPENCER, Newmarket

Groom - Ryan webb (Breeder - Deerpark Stud)

D WHITE, GREY sleeves, BLACK stars, BLACK cap.

Draw 14

Foaled 17 Feb. Dam won five times at 5f and 6f. A winner at 5f on the all-weather. Third of 6 behind Enchanting Empress beaten 1 3/4l at 17-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month. Official BHA Rating -

22 SHADOW ARMY (GB) (35)

1 B c Showcasing - Marie of Lyon (Royal Applause)

9 5 (131)

WATHNAN RACING James Doyle

RICHARD FAHEY, Malton

Groom - Hayley Irvine (Breeder - Branton Court Stud LLP)

D PEACOCK BLUE, OLD GOLD sleeves and RED cap.

Draw 6

Foaled 22 Mar. Dam won three times at 6f. Won on his latest outing when 9-2jt-fav at York over 5f (good) last month, beating Francisco’s Piece by a short head. Official BHA Rating -

23

SIR YOSHI (IRE) (21)

231 B c Mehmas (IRE) - Johara (IRE) (Iffraaj)

9 5 (131)

MRC INTERNATIONAL Luke McAteer

DAVID MARNANE, Ireland

Groom - Danial O Connell & Amber Marnane (Breeder - Tally-Ho Stud)

D BLACK, LIGHT GREEN chevron, sleeves and cap.

Draw 25

Foaled 2 Jan. Won on his latest outing when 9-4fav at Tipperary over 5f (soft) last month, beating Passing Phase by 1/2l. Official BHA Rating -

The Windsor Castle Stakes (Listed Race)

Form Owner

24 TREASURE ISLE (IRE) (31)

- continued

9 5 (131)

21 B c No Nay Never (USA) - Newton’s Night (IRE) (Galileo (IRE))

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

Groom - Martin Deegan (Breeder - Newstead Breeding)

Foaled 24.3.2022. Foaled 24 Mar. Half-brother to Kaatibb, won twice at 1m. Won on his latest outing when 8-13fav at Naas over 5f (good) last month, beating Saratoga Special by 1/2l. Official BHA Rating -

25 VINGEGAARD (IRE) (36)

1 B c Mehmas (IRE) - Chevanah (IRE) (Chevalier (IRE))

9 5 (131)

JINKY FARMS AND PARTNER Hollie Doyle

ARCHIE WATSON, Upper Lambourn

Groom - Hayley Webb (Breeder - Highfort Stud & D. Mcabhaird)

D EMERALD GREEN, WHITE hoop, hooped sleeves, WHITE and EMERALD GREEN quartered cap.

Draw 17

Foaled 22 Jan. Half-brother to Confrontational, won five times between 5f and 1m. A winner at 5-1 at Chepstow over 5f (soft) on his latest outing last month, beating Cayman Tai by 1 1/2l. Official BHA Rating -

26 WEISSMULLER (IRE) (17)

9 5 (131)

3 B c Bungle Inthejungle - Blushing Gal (IRE) (Famous Name) PRIMAVERA Luke Morris

ARCHIE WATSON, Upper Lambourn

Groom - Faye Harding (Breeder - Patrick J. Gleeson)

MAROON, DARK BLUE sleeves, WHITE cap.

16

Foaled 13 Feb. Dam unraced. Third of 12 behind Kassaya beaten 4l at 33-1 on his racecourse debut at Nottingham over 5f (good) earlier this month. Official BHA Rating -

27 ZABEEL ROAD (IRE) (35)

9 5 (131)

14 B c Invincible Spirit (IRE) - Winiata (IRE) (Society Rock (IRE))

MR JABER ABDULLAH Joe Fanning

CHARLIE JOHNSTON, Middleham (Breeder - Mrs O. Murtagh & Irish National Stud)

D ROYAL BLUE, WHITE striped sleeves, WHITE cap.

Foaled 3.2.2022. Shadow Army when fourth of 11 at 5-1 on his latest outing at York over 5f (good) last month.

28

AVIATION TIME (IRE)

Draw 10

Official BHA Rating -

(11) 9 0 (126)

13 B f Sands of Mali (FR) - Lady Correspondent (USA) (War Front (USA))

BRONTE COLLECTION 1 Daniel Tudhope

RICHARD HUGHES, Upper Lambourn

Groom - Emily Ivory (Breeder - Ballyhane)

GREY, GOLD sleeves and cap.

Draw 22

Foaled 23 Apr. Half-sister to Gellhorn, won three times at 6f and 1m. A winner at 6f on the all-weather. Third of 13 behind Perfect Part beaten 2 3/4l at 10-1 on her latest outing at Beverley over 5f (good to firm) earlier this month. STEWARDS NOTE:

Following its run on 8/6/2024 it was reported that the horse was denied a clear run.

Official BHA Rating -

Result: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

Distances: 1-2 2-3

Time: Min . Secs.

NUMBER OF DECLARED RUNNERS 28

Blinkers worn first time by No 4, 13 Tongue Strap worn first time by No 8. Blinkers, Tongue Strap worn first time by No 11.

Median Time: 1 min 1.50 secs

Record Time: 58.80 secs by No Nay Never age 2 wt 9-1 good to firm, 20/06/13

2023: BIG EVS (IRE) 2 9 5 Jason Hart 20-1 (Michael Appleby) 23 ran

Race Summary:

Wathnan Racing might have another useful one on their hands with SHADOW ARMY, who overcame inexperience to defeat subsequent Listed winner Francisco’s Piece at York on his debut. Richard Fahey’s yard has hit a rich vein of form in recent weeks and he could continue that trend, but Aidan O’Brien knows what it takes to land this contest and his pair Treasure Isle and Celtic Chieftain must be feared. Pont Neuf made it two from two when winning at Salisbury last month and he is another who looks more than capable at this higher level. There is no shortage of an American challenge with the likes of Gabaldon and Honorary American taking their chance, and the former, who made a successful debut at Gulfstream last month, rates the pick of them.

Race Predictor: SHADOW ARMY

TREASURE ISLE

PONT NEUF

Forecast: Correct as of 4.00pm 18.06.24

4-1 Treasure Isle (IRE), 5-1 Shadow Army (GB), 6-1 Celtic Chieftain (IRE), 10-1 Hawaiian (GB), 12-1 Pont Neuf (IRE), Gabaldon (USA), Honorary American (IRE), 18-1 Cheval de Guerre (USA), 20-1 Ain’t Nobody (IRE), Artagnan (IRE), Sir Yoshi (IRE), Aviation Time (IRE), 40-1 Sex On Fire (IRE), Vingegaard (IRE), 50-1 Brosay (GB), End of Story (IRE), Reposado (GB), Rock N Roll Rocket (IRE), Zabeel Road (IRE), 66-1 Calyxoh (IRE), Rudi’s Apple (IRE), Fuji Mountain (IRE), Karl Carlston (IRE), Weissmuller (IRE), 80-1 Arabian Cobra (IRE), Jm Jhingree (IRE), 125-1 Bretton Wood (GB), Sensorium (IRE)

BARBARAPALVIN

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 2024 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 Valiant Force, winner of the Norfolk Stakes, took up that invitation and finished second in the Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint behind fellow Royal Ascot winner Big Evs, who was victorious in the Windsor Castle Stakes. In fact four of the first six in that race ran at the Royal Meeting, including Queen Mary Stakes winner Crimson Advocate and No Nay Mets, who was fifth in the Norfolk Stakes

Meanwhile Warm Heart, who won the Group 2 Ribblesdale Stakes at the Royal Meeting last year, went on to be second in the Filly & Mare Turf behind Inspiral, herself a runner-up here last June. There continues to be a strong line of correlation between success at Royal Ascot and taking that form to the Breeders’ Cup.

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 last year, 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.

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Ascot would like to thank all our 2024 Official Partners, Sponsors and Suppliers

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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, Daisy Daisy and We’ll Meet Again.

Ascot Racecourse would like to thank the Band of the Scots Guards who will be playing throughout Royal Ascot 2024 and John Park who will be leading the singing.

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Position of Stalls

Straight Course - Centre Round Course - Inside

Form Guide and Rating

Racing Notices

Under each horse, the form is given followed by its official BHA Rating. The form guide is compiled by the Press Association.

Race Information

The information provided about the runners, riders and races has been added for the convenience of the public but is 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.

Safety Close to Horses

Please note that for your safety, access to the Pre-Parade Ring, Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure is limited to the holders of Parade Ring passes.

Photography

Racegoers are welcome to take photographs for personal use but photography for publication or commercial purposes is only permitted by Ascot accredited photographers. Please, no flash photography near the horses, especially around the Pre-Parade Ring, Parade Ring and Winners’ Enclosure.

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Be filmed, photographed and otherwise recorded by Ascot Racecourse Limited (ARL) or any third party authorised by ARL. Any broadcast, publish, licence and use of any photographs, film, recordings or images of them without payment of compensation.

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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.

Race Conditions

First Race 2.30 - THE QUEEN MARY STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 2) (see page 26)

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 two-year-old fillies only. FIVE FURLONGS (5f ) (1,000 metres). Enter by noon, June 13th and pay £1500 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. June 17th. Weights: 9st 2lb each. ASCOT RACECOURSE LIMITED will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a Challenge Cup will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until May next year The lad or girl in charge of the best turned out horse and the winning horse in this race will each receive a prize of £300. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/ logo of Longines 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. 36 entries at £1500 Closed June 13th, 2024.

Second Race 3.05 - THE QUEEN’S VASE (CLASS 1) (Group 2) (see page 34)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code: £150281 to the winning horse, the second to receive £56975, the third £28514, the fourth £14204, the fifth £7128 and the sixth £3577 For three-year-olds only. ONE MILE about SIX FURLONGS (14f abt 34yds) (2,800 metres). Enter by noon, June 13th and pay £2650 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. June 17th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 2lb, fillies 8st 13lb. Penalties, after August 31st, 2023, a winner of a Group 1 race 3lb ASCOT RACECOURSE LIMITED will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. 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 The British Horseracing Authority’s Development Fund has generously contributed £15000 towards the prize money for this race. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Longines. 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. 17 entries at £2650. Closed June 13th, 2024.

Third Race 3.45 - THE DUKE OF CAMBRIDGE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 2) (see page 40)

Distributed in accordance with the Stakes and Prize Money Code: £133466 to the winning horse, the second to receive £50600, the third £25323, the fourth £12614, the fifth £6330 and the sixth £3177. For four-year-olds and upwards fillies and mares only. OLD MILE (7f abt 213yds) (1,500 metres). Enter by noon, April 30th and pay £790 stake, scratch by noon, May 28th or pay £900, confirm by noon, June 13th and pay £560. Supplementary entry by noon, June 13th and pay £12600 stake. Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 17th. Weights: 9st 2lb each. Penalties, after August 31st, 2023, a winner of a Group 2 race - 3lb, of a Group 1 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 both the best turned out horse and the winning horse in this race will receive a prize of £300. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Longines The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. The Ascot Racecourse Executive reserves the right to transfer this race to the Old Mile Course. (No confirmation of entry is required for supplementary entries). 38 entries, 13 at £790, 6 at £1690, 18 at £2250, 1 at £12600. Closed April 30th, 2024. Fourth Race 4.25 - THE PRINCE OF WALES’S STAKES (CLASS 1) (Group 1) (British Champions Series) (see page 44) 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. ONE MILE abt TWO FURLONGS (9f abt 212yds) (1,900 metres). Enter by noon, April 30th and pay £4370 stake, scratch by noon, May 28th or pay £5000, confirm by noon, June 13th and pay £3130. Supplementary entry by noon, June 13th and pay £70000 stake. Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 17th. Weights: Colts and geldings 9st 2lb, fillies 8st 13lb. NOTE: Horses will only be eligible to run in this race provided that they have a current BHA Handicap Rating of 80 or higher at midday of the confirmation stage. Horses which do not qualify for a rating may also be eligible providing the BHA handicapper is satisfied that the horse’s racecourse performances up to and including the day before confirmation merit a provisional assessment of 80 or higher. Horses which have not run will not be eligible. Southern Hemisphere Allowance: 4-y-o - 2lb 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 Breeders’ Cup Owners’ Premiums and the Breeders’ Cup “Win and You’re In” Program apply to this race. For full details, please contact Ascot Racecourse. All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of LONGINES 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 forms part of a Churchill Downs Wild Card Scheme. For full details see the notice posted on BHA Racing Admin headed Churchill Downs Wild Card Scheme. THERE WILL BE A PARADE FOR THIS RACE. Runners will be paraded in the order requested by the Managing Executive on the day. (No confirmation of entry is required for supplementary entries). 27 entries, 11 at £4370, 3 at £9370, 13 at £12500. Closed April 30th, 2024.

Fifth Race 5.05 - THE ROYAL HUNT CUP (CLASS 2) (HERITAGE HANDICAP) (see page 48)

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. ONE MILE (1,600 metres) Royal Hunt Cup Course (8f ). Enter by noon, May 21st and pay £295 stake, scratch by noon, June 4th or pay £375, confirm by noon, June 13th and pay £195 Declare by 10.00 a.m. June 17th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb, highest weight not less than 9st 12lb. Penalties, after May 25th, 2024, a winner of a race 5lb, of 2 races 7lb. NOTE: Any horse rated above 110 shall initially be treated as having that rating and the highest weight allotted shall be 9st 12lb Subsequently, the excess over 110 in any rating shall be allotted to that horse without limitation to the highest weight to be carried. ASCOT RACECOURSE LIMITED will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey 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 LONGINES. The sponsorship payment of £500 will be distributed equally amongst all horses starting in this race in accordance with paragraphs 24 to 27 of the Stakes and Prize Money Code. The Ascot Racecourse Executive reserves the right to transfer this race to the Old Mile Course. This race will be restricted to 30 runners plus three reserves. The three reserves will be nominated as R31, R32 and R33. The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which 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. 69 entries, 7 at £295, 15 at £670, 47 at £865 Closed May 21st, 2024.

Sixth Race 5.40 - THE KENSINGTON PALACE STAKES (CLASS 2 FILLIES’ HANDICAP) (see page 56) 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 four-year-olds and upwards, fillies and mares only, rated 0-105 (also open to such horses rated 106 and 107 - see Standard Conditions).

ONE MILE (1,600 metres) Royal Hunt Cup Course (8f ). Enter by noon, June 13th and pay £550 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. June 17th. Lowest weight 8st 2lb, highest weight not less than 9st 12lb. Penalties, after June 8th, 2024, for each race won 4yo to 6yo - 5lb, 7yo and up - 4lb. ASCOT RACECOURSE LIMITED will present a memento to the winning owner, trainer and jockey. In addition, a Challenge Cup will be presented to the winning owner, to be held until May next year The lad or girl in charge of the best turned out horse and the winning horse in this race will each receive a prize of £300 All number cloths to be carried in this race have been sponsored and will carry the name/logo of Longines. 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 30 runners plus three reserves The three reserves will be nominated as R31, R32 and R33 The procedure for the allocation and operation of the reserves protocol will be as detailed in the notice headed ‘Reserves’ which 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. 31 entries at £550 Closed June 13th, 2024.

Seventh Race 6.15 - THE WINDSOR CASTLE STAKES (CLASS 1) (Listed Race) (see page 64)

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. FIVE FURLONGS (5f ) (1,000 metres). Enter by noon, June 13th and pay £550 stake, declare by 10.00 a.m. June 17th. 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 LONGINES 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. 41 entries at £550. Closed June 13th, 2024.

Royal Ascot Second Day

Wednesday 19th June 2024

Ascot Authority (Holdings) Limited Board

Sir Francis Brooke Bt.

(Chairman and His Majesty’s Representative)

Felicity Barnard *†

Lady Celina Carter

Ian McGregor CVO *†

Harry Morley

Stewards

Chief Steward Shaun Parker

Stewards’ Panel Chair Allan Hepworth

Stewards Steve Drowne & Richard Westropp

Officials

Director of Racing and Public Affairs

Nick Smith LVO

Head of Racing and Clerk of the Course

Chris Stickels

Assistant Clerk of the Course

Keith Ottesen

Starters

Robert Supple, James Stenning & Sophia Upton

Judges

David Hicks & Guy Lewis

Veterinary Officers

Sally Taylor, Graham Potts, Kate Maxwell, Amy Hawthorn

Clerks of the Scales

Graham Ford & Robert Cuthbert

Equine Welfare and Integrity Officers

Darren Stone, Christine Hannaford, Kelly Corke, Vince McKevitt, Mel Baker, Carol Leggett, Peter Double, Sarah Collins

Steve Fox

Jonathan Parker *

Lisa Perrin

Nick Smith LVO *†

Alastair Warwick *†

Nigel Payne †

Christopher Collard † (Company Secretary)

Assistant Steward Josie Brown-Smith

Raceday Assistants Kelly O’Boyle & Gwen Thomas

Handicappers

Rachel Brierley-Ambrose & Dominic Gardiner-Hill

Medical Officers

Dr Roger Goulds, Dr Ramy Saker, Dr Guy Mitchell, Dr Peter Johnson, Dr John Berry, Major Amy Lambert

Veterinary Surgeons

Simon Knapp, CVO, BVetMed,BSc, MRCVS

Bobby McEwen, BVSc, MRCVS

Clive Hamblin, BVetMed, MRCVS

Jamie Knapp, BVSc, MRCVS

Ian Wright, BVSc, MRCVS

Commentators

Ian Bartlett & Stewart Machin

Betting Ring Managers

Andrew Boardley, Vicki Moore,

Sarah Woodborne, Grant Newman, Duncan Lillywhite

Designated Safeguarding Lead

Ian McGregor CVO

*Director of Ascot Racecourse Limited

†Director of Ascot Racecourse Betting & Gaming Limited