Ascot Stakes Odds

What is the Ascot Stakes? 

The solitary handicap race on day one of Royal Ascot, the Ascot Stakes is often one of the toughest betting heats of the entire week as Flat and National Hunt trainers lock horns bidding for victory in the marathon event.

A race that can see more experienced campaigners go into battle, the Ascot Stakes has become one of the most fascinating races on the opening day, and it's not unknown to see runners in this event go on to compete at the Cheltenham Festival later in their careers, while the odd time a future Ascot Gold Cup horse could emerge as they progress through handicaps into Pattern company.

What happened in the 2022 Ascot Stakes? 

Andrew Balding's Coltrane was a classy winner of the Ascot Stakes, as the 14/1 shot got the better of Bring On The Night with Arcadian Sunrise finishing third.

Who is the most successful jockey in the Ascot Stakes?

Two jockeys share the honours of winning the race on three occasions, Fran Berry with Leg Spinner (2005), Well Sharp (2013), and Domination (2014) along with Ryan Moore who romped home with Simenon (2012), Clondaw Warrior (2015) and Thomas Hobson (2017). 

Who is the most successful trainer in the Ascot Stakes?

Two trainers have each claimed four winners apiece; Martin Pipe with Balasani (1993), Sweet Glow (1994), Riyadh (2002), and Sindapour (2003) along with Willie Mullins who has won with Simenon (2012), Clondaw Warrior (2015), Thomas Hobson (2017) and Lagostovegas (2018).