Last updated Dec 2019
Founded in 1711 by Queen Anne, Royal Ascot is a prestigious meet in the racing calendar. It’s so prestigious, that every year, Queen Elizabeth II attends with other members of the Royal Family, arriving in a horse-drawn carriage. The beginning of every race day is marked by the Royal procession at 2pm and the raising of the Queen’s Royal Standard. The procession dates back to 1825, when King George IV led four other coaches with members of the Royal party up the Straight Mile.
This guide will bring you information on this year’s runners, previous winners and some interesting Royal Ascot facts. You’ll also find out a little more about betting on horse racing, including some tips on how to pick a horse to bet on. If you’re interested in making some money at Royal Ascot, but want to do things a little differently, check out our full guide to matched betting.
Contents
- 1 When is Royal Ascot 2019?
- 2 When to place your bets on Royal Ascot 2019
- 3 How do I choose which horses to bet on?
- 4 Day 1 race guide — Tuesday 18th June 2019
- 5 Day 2 race guide — Wednesday 19th June 2019
- 6 Day 3 race guide — Thursday 20th June 2019
- 7 Day 4 race guide — Friday 21st June 2019
- 8 Day 5 race guide — Saturday 22nd June 2019
When is Royal Ascot 2019?
Taking place at Ascot Racecourse, High St, Ascot SL5 7JX, the year’s event will span 5 days, between June 18th – 22nd. Bookending the event are The Queen Anne Stakes (Tuesday the 18th) and The Queen Alexandra Stakes (Saturday the 22nd). There’ll be 6 races run each day. Keep reading for race times and the latest odds.
You can get information about the dress code and more on the Ascot site. Tickets are available here.
When to place your bets on Royal Ascot 2019
Choosing when to place a bet differs from person to person. Some like to bet as soon as the list of runners is announced, whereas others wait until the last moment before the off. In other words: when to place your bet(s) on Royal Ascot 2019 is completely up to you.
So what happens in the run up to an event such as Royal Ascot?
Declarations for Royal Ascot are announced 48 hours before the meeting starts, which is normal for flat races. That’s when you can see the final list of horses who will be running in the individual races. However, the betting market is already open, meaning that you can bet in advance of the event.
With ante-post betting, you’ll most likely find that the odds are good but there’s always the chance that the horse you choose may drop out of the race. Ante-post betting is where you bet at least one day in advance of the race taking place.
If you bet on the day of the race instead, the chances are that horses are more settled because the final declarations have been made. However, drop outs happen, so it’s always a good idea to check the T&Cs of an offer. Does the bookmaker offer a refund in the event of a non-runner?
OddsMonkey Premium members can see the latest Royal Ascot offers on the Daily Offer Calendar and in our matched betting forum.
How do I choose which horses to bet on?
So now you know when you can place your Royal Ascot bets, we’d better look at how to choose which horse to put your money on…
· Do it blind: Not every betting decision has to be made using science, analysis and odds. Instead, you can pick a horse because you like its name, for example. Obviously if you choose a horse in this way, your bet is more of a lottery because you’re ignoring how it has previously performed or its performance potential in this race. This information is expressed through the odds that are given to horses by bookmakers.
· What are the odds?: No, really! Odds are used to indicate a horse’s perceived chance of winning a race. Lower odds mean it’s believed to have a good chance of winning, whilst higher odds mean it’s considered to be an ‘outsider’ and therefore less likely to win. However, higher odds and the lower probability of a horse’s success mean that if it does win, the amount you win from your bet will be higher. To give yourself a better chance of winning, though, it makes sense to choose one of the favourites.
· Listen to the experts: Tipsters share their predictions for races of all shapes and sizes; some for free and others for a fee. These predictions are based on things like the tipster’s analysis of a horse’s recent performance and the going – course conditions – in the lead up to race day (the going).
· Do your own research: If you’d rather do your own research than listen to a tipster, there’s so much information out there for you. You can use the Racing Post to find out about a horse – just search by name to view their profile.Check out the latest going report for Ascot Racecourse here. Race cards are an essential addition if you want to find out more about all of the runners and riders on the day.
If you’re looking for an alternative to gambling but would still like to bet on the Royal Ascot, why not take a look at matched betting? OddsMonkey Premium members can get offers and support in our matched betting forum, and use tools like OddsMatcher, Racing Matcher and EachWay Matcher to ensure they make a profit. You don’t have to know anything about horse racing to try matched betting on Grand National 2019.
Day 1 race guide — Tuesday 18th June 2019
In this section, you’ll find race information, odds, and last year’s results for each race of Day 1 at the 2019 Royal Ascot. OddsMonkey Premium members can check out race offers and more in the Tuesday thread. Or click the link to see the latest going report for Ascot Racecourse.
| Time | Race | Distance | Grade |
| 2:30pm | The Queen Anne Stakes | 1 mile | Group 1 |
| 3:05pm | The Coventry Stakes | 6f | Group 2 |
| 3:40pm | The King’s Stand Stakes | 5f | Group 1 |
| 4:20pm | The St James’s Palace Stakes | 1m | Group 1 |
| 5:00pm | The Ascot Stakes | 2m 4f | Handicap |
| 5:35pm | The Wolferton Rated Stakes | 1m 2f | Listed |
Did you know?
According to the History books, Queen Anne was riding her horse from Windsor Castle to Ascot and said, “This would be a fine place for a race.” And so Ascot Racecourse was built.
2:30pm — The Queen Anne Stakes (1m)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Accidental Agent (33/1) – C Bishop / E Houghton
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
3:05pm — The Coventry Stakes (6f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Calyx (2/1) – L Dettori / J Gosden
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
3:40pm — The King’s Stand Stakes (5f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Blue Point (6/1) – W Buick / C Appleby
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
Did you know?
King Edward VII died shortly before the 1910 meeting, which became known as ‘Black Ascot’ due to racegoers dressing in black to mourn his passing.
4:20pm — The St James’s Palace Stakes (1m)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Without Parole (9/4) – L Dettori / J Gosden
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
5:00pm — The Ascot Stakes (2m 4f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Lagostovegas (10/1) – A Atzeni / W Mullins
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
Did you know?
The Queen first attended Royal Ascot in 1945 at the age of 19 and has attended every year since the beginning of her reign.
5:35pm — The Wolferton Rated Stakes (1m 2f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Monarchs Glen (8/1) – L Dettori / J Gosden
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
Did you know?
It is estimated that over £400m of bets will be placed on Royal Ascot in 2019.
Day 2 race guide — Wednesday 19th June 2019
Let’s take a look at the race and riders information for Day 2 of this year’s Royal Ascot.
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View the latest going report for Ascot Racecourse
| Time | Race | Distance | Grade |
| 2:30pm | The Queen Mary Stakes | 5f | Group 2 |
| 3:05pm | The Queen’s Vase | 1m 6f | Group 2 |
| 3:40pm | The Duke of Cambridge Stakes | 1m | Group 2 |
| 4:20pm | The Prince of Wales’ Stakes | 1m 2f | Group 1 |
| 5:00pm | The Royal Hunt Cup | 1m | Heritage Handicap |
| 5:35pm | The Windsor Castle Stakes | 5f | Listed |
2:30pm — The Queen Mary Stakes (5f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Signora Cabello (25/1) – O Murphy / J J Quinn
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
Did you know?
The 2018 Royal Ascot had £7.3 million in prize money, making it one of the most valuable horse racing meetings.
3:05pm — The Queen’s Vase (1m 6f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Kew Gardens (100/30) – R L Moore / A O’Brien
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
3:40pm — The Duke of Cambridge Stakes (1m)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Aljazzi (9/2) – W Buick / M Botti
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
Did you know?
In 2013, the Windsor Forest Stakes was renamed the Duke of Cambridge Stakes.
4:20pm — The Prince of Wales’ Stakes (1m 2f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Poet’s Word (11/2) – J Doyle / Sir M Stoute
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
5:00pm — The Royal Hunt Cup (1m)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Settle For Bay (16/1) – W J Lee / D Marnane
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
Did you know?
There’s a ban on men’s ankles being shown within the Royal Enclosure.
5:35pm — The Windsor Castle Stakes (5f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Soldier’s Call (12/1) – D Tudhope / A Watson
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
Day 3 race guide — Thursday 20th June 2019
Day 3 is also known as Gold Cup Day or perhaps more commonly, Ladies’ Day. With a strict dress code in place throughout the event, it’s already highly likely that you’ll see some fabulous fashions, but keep an eye out for some extra special millinery happenings on this day.
OddsMonkey Premium members can find offers and advice in the dedicated Thursday thread.
View the latest going report for Ascot Racecourse
| Time | Race | Distance | Grade |
| 2.30pm | The Norfolk Stakes | 5f | Group 2 |
| 3:05pm | The Hampton Court Stakes | 1m 2f | Group 3 |
| 3:40pm | The Ribblesdale Stakes | 1m 4f | Group 2 |
| 4:20pm | The Gold Cup | 2m 4f | Group 1 |
| 5:00pm | The Britannia Stakes | 1m | Heritage Handicap |
| 5:35pm | The King George V Stakes | 1m 4f | Handicap |
2:30pm — The Norfolk Stakes (5f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Shang Shang Shang (5/1) – J Rosario / W A Ward
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
3:05pm — The Hampton Court Stakes (1m 2f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Hunting Horn (5/1) R L Moore / A O’Brien
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
Did you know?
In 1823, an anonymous poet described this race day as “Ladies’ Day… when the women, like angels, look sweetly divine.”
3:40pm — The Ribblesdale Stakes (1m 4f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Magic Wand (100/30) R L Moore / A O’Brien
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
4:20pm — The Gold Cup (2m 4f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Stradivarius (7/4) L Detorri / J Gosden
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
Did you know?
The 2013 Gold Cup Race was won by the Queen’s horse, Estimate. This was the first time in history that the race had been won by a reigning monarch.
5:00pm — The Britannia Stakes (1m)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Ostilio (10/1) S De Sousa / S Crisford
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
Did you know?
There are 4 enclosures: The Royal Enclosure, The Queen Anne Enclosure, The Windsor Enclosure and The Village Enclosure.
5:35pm — The King George V Stakes (1m 4f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Baghdad (9/1) A Atzeni / M Johnston
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
Day 4 race guide — Friday 21st June 2019
View the latest going report for Ascot Racecourse.
| Time | Race | Distance | Grade |
| 2.30pm | The Albany Stakes | 6f | Group 3 |
| 3:05pm | The King Edward VII Stakes | 1m 4f | Group 2 |
| 3:40pm | The Commonwealth Cup | 6f | Group 2 |
| 4:20pm | The Coronation Stakes | 1m | Group 1 |
| 5:00pm | The Sandringham Stakes | 1m | Listed | Handicap |
| 5:35pm | The Duke of Edinburgh Stakes | 1m 4f | Handicap |
Did you know?
Prize money for Royal Ascot 2019 will be worth more than £4m.
2:30pm — The Albany Stakes (6f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Main Edition (7/1) – J Doyle / M Johnston
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
3:05pm — The King Edward VII Stakes (1m 4f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Old Persian (9/2) W Buick / C Appleby
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
Did you know?
In 2005, the Royal meet was held at York Racecourse because Ascot was closed for redevelopment.
3:40pm — The Commonwealth Cup (6f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Eqtidaar (12/1) J Crowley / Sir M Stoute
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
4:20pm — The Coronation Stakes (1m)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Alpha Centauri (11/4) C O’Donoghue / Mrs J Harrington
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
5:00pm — The Sandringham Stakes (1m)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Agrotera (11/2) J P Spencer / E Walker
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
5:35pm — The Duke of Edinburgh Stakes (1m 4f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Dash Of Spice (7/2) S De Sousa / D Elsworth
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
Day 5 race guide — Saturday 22nd June 2019
The final day of the 2019 Royal Ascot promises a spectacular end to the meeting, with one of the world’s “greatest international sprint races”: the Diamond Jubilee Stakes.
Keep reading for the runners and latest odds for Day 5, as well as last year’s results.
OddsMonkey Premium members can read the dedicated Saturday thread for race-specific offers and more!
View the latest going report for Ascot Racecourse.
| Time | Race | Distance | Grade |
| 2.30pm | The Chesham Stakes | 7f | Listed |
| 3:05pm | The Jersey Stakes | 7f | Group 3 |
| 3:40pm | The Hardwicke Stakes | 1m 4f | Group 2 |
| 4:20pm | The Diamond Jubilee Stakes | 6f | Group 1 |
| 5:00pm | The Wokingham Stakes | 6f | Heritage Handicap |
| 5:35pm | The Queen Alexandra Stakes | 2m 6f | Conditions |
Did you know?
Over the course of the 5 day event, 56,000 bottles of champagne will be consumed.
2:30pm — The Chesham Stakes (7f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Arthur Kitt (13/2) – R Kingscote / T Dascombe
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
3:05pm — The Jersey Stakes (7f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Expert Eye (8/1) – J McDonald / Sir M Stoute
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
3:40pm — The Hardwicke Stakes (1m 4f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Crystal Ocean (4/7) R L Moore / Sir M Stoute
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
4:20pm — The Diamond Jubilee Stakes (6f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Merchant Navy (4/1) – R L Moore / A O’Brien
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
Did you know?
In 2012, the Golden Jubilee Stakes was renamed the Diamond Jubilee Stakes, to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee.
5:00pm — The Wokingham Stakes (6f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Bacchus (33/1) J Crowley / B Meehan
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
5:35pm — The Queen Alexandra Stakes (2m 6f)
Runners and racers TBC.
2018 winner: Pallasator (11/2) J P Spencer / G Elliott
| Name | Price | Jockey/Trainer |
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