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Royal Ascot Festival 2026
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R L Moore
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J A Heffernan
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W M Lordan
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Dylan Browne McMonagle
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W Buick
6/1
Saffie Osborne
7/1
Royal Ascot Ante-Post: 33-1 fancy in the Gold Cup for Mullins
The Ascot Gold Cup is the highlight of the Royal meeting. It suits horses with big personalities and with their ability to race year on year, allows fans of the sport to connect with them. Yeats, Stradivarius, Kyprios and Trawlerman all come to mind.
This year, it's time for the new kid on the block in Scandinavia to show his colours. A four-year-old son of Justify who is difficult to pass, he will put his stamina credentials down as he looks to follow in the recent Kyprios story of a horse who, while it may not be pretty, gets the job done and in racing sometimes that is all you need.
Supercomputer predicts 2026 Royal Ascot Gold Cup result
Racing fans will be poring over every angle to find the winner, especially with last year’s record-breaking hero Trawlerman not certain to defend his crown after missing his intended prep runs, and Aidan O’Brien’s Scandinavia emerging as the would-be new king of the stayers. To cut through the noise, we have fired up our supercomputer to assess which horse has the best chance of winning the 2026 Gold Cup.
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Royal Ascot is one of the most prestigious horse racing events in the world and the most valuable in Britain. There is over £10million worth of prize money up for grabs across the five days of action.
The Ascot racecourse in Berkshire has always had a connection with the Royal Family with Queen Anne opening the course back in 1711. However, Royal Ascot as we now know it only began to take shape nearly 100 years later with the first Ascot Gold Cup in 1807.
The meeting has always had a royal connection with the late Queen Elizabeth II, a keen racing fan and regular attendant. Each year, at least one royal is present for each day of racing which is opened with the traditional Royal Procession.
In terms of action on the course, the Ascot Gold Cup is still one of the biggest races across the five days of Royal Ascot and is one of eight Group 1 races held during the week. Other highlights include the first race on day one, the Queen Anne Stakes, along with the St James's Palace Stakes and the final Group 1 contest on Saturday, the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes.
Royal Ascot is one of the highlights of the Flat racing calendar for action on the course as well as style in the stands.
Here you can enjoy free expert tips, in-depth Royal Ascot racecards and Royal Ascot results on each day of racing. The competitive nature of the races allows for great betting opportunities and you will find the best Royal Ascot free bets and odds all in one place.
Royal Ascot FAQs
When is Royal Ascot?
Royal Ascot is held every year over five days in June. Royal Ascot 2026 takes place from Tuesday 16 June to Saturday 20 June.
What is Royal Ascot?
Royal Ascot is Britain's most valuable and prestigious race meeting with £10million worth of prize money on offer across the five days. Each day has seven races, including eight Group 1s, accounting for over 20% of Group 1 races in the UK, and a total of 22 Pattern or Listed level events.
Where is Royal Ascot held?
Royal Ascot is held at Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire, around 25 miles to the west of London.
How do I get to Royal Ascot?
It is easy to travel to Royal Ascot by train, with Ascot station situated a seven-minute walk from the racecourse. There is also a free car park at Ascot racecourse for those travelling by car. For those travelling from abroad, London Heathrow is the closest airport, just a 25-minute drive away.
When does Royal Ascot start?
The first race of Royal Ascot 2026 kicks off at 2.30 p.m. on Tuesday 16 June. The opener is the Queen Anne Stakes, a Group 1 race open to horses aged four years or over.
How many people attend the Royal Ascot?
The attendance for Royal Ascot in 2025 was up 5% from 2024 to 286,541 across the five days of racing.
What is the dress code for Royal Ascot?
Royal Ascot is famous for its fashion, pomp and pageantry. Dress code varies per Royal Ascot enclosures but overall ladies' skirts or dresses should fall no shorter than just above the knee and dresses/tops should have straps. Gentlemen should wear morning suits with a waistcoat, tie and a top hat.
Check the official Ascot Racecourse site for full details.
What are the best betting strategies for Royal Ascot?
The best Royal Ascot betting strategies are as follows: try to ignore the hype around certain horses and delve into the form to make your own decision on which horses to bet on. Follow in-form trainers and jockeys and snap up free bets to maximise your potential of a return.
