Windsor Castle Stakes Odds
The Windsor Castle Stakes is one of the best two year old contests at Royal Ascot and will take place as the penultimate race on Wednesday 17th June, 2026. Read More
Here you can compare the latest Windsor Castle Stakes odds, view the possible runners and get our help and guidance on the best ways to bet.
We also look back at previous winners and key trends ahead of the race, along with some Ascot tips for the speedster's showdown.
About the Windsor Castle Stakes
The Windsor Castle Stakes is a Listed event, which takes place as the final race on day two of Royal Ascot, and is a race contested by a host of two-year-old sprinters.
It may be a race that lacks the quality that some of the Group races have to offer at the Royal meeting, but the Windsor Castle is often used as a springboard for those juveniles that could turn into an elite sprinter later in their careers. It's a race that can unearth a star sprinter that could well return to Royal Ascot the following year to compete in races like the Commonwealth Cup, as winners are often open to significant improvement, so it's an exciting race when thinking about the future.
Windsor Castle Stakes Key Trends
- 7 of the last 12 winners were drawn in stall 18 or higher
- 12 of the previous12 winners had at least 1 previous flat run, while 10 of the last 12 winners had at least one previous flat win
- 3 of the last 12 winners were favourites.
Windsor Castle Stakes Tips
Despite morning market weakness, Aidan O'Brien's SERGEI DIAGHILEV brings the best profile to this race and given Ryan Moore has been riding awesomely so far this festival and is on board, he is worth backing.
Previous Winners Of The Queen Anne Stakes
| Year | Winner | Winning Jockey | Winning Trainer | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Havana Hurricane | Charles Bishop | Eve Johnson-Houghton | 7/1 |
| 2024 | Ain't Nobody | Jamie Spencer | Kevin Ryan | 5/1 |
| 2023 | Big Evs | Jason Hart | Michael Appleby | 20/1 |
| 2022 | Little Big Bear | Ryan Moore | Aidan O'Brien | 6/5 Fav |
| 2021 | Chipotle | Charles Bishop | Eve Johnson Houghon | 22/1 |
| 2020 | Tactical | James Doyle | Andrew Balding | 7/2 Fav |
| 2019 | Southern Hill | Ryan Moore | Aidan O'Brien | 7/1 |
| 2018 | Soldier's Call | Daniel Tudhope | Archie Watson | 12/1 |
| 2017 | Sound And Silence | William Buick | Charlie Appleby | 16/1 |
| 2016 | Ardad | Rab Havlin | John Gosden | 20/1 |
Frequently Asked Questions About The Windsor Castle Stakes
When is the Windsor Castle Stakes?
The race takes place on Wednesday 19th June, 2024.
Where can I watch the Windsor Castle Stakes?
Watch the race live on ITV1 and Sky Sports Racing which also offer options to stream the race via their streaming services.
Alternatively, most bookmakers offer a free live horse racing stream allowing you to watch the race after you've placed a bet.
Who is the most successful jockey in the Windsor Castle Stakes?
Irish Jockey Pat Eddery has brought home the winner in the Windsor Castle Stakes on six occasions, with Barrys Gamble (1988), Pharaoh's Delight (1989), Gipsy Fiddler (1990), Satank (1992), Autumnal (2002), and Irony (2001).
Who is the most successful trainer in the Windsor Castle Stakes?
Former footballer, come racehorse trainer Mick Channon holds the record for most wins in the Windsor Castle Stakes with three winners; Great Deeds (1993), Kalindi (1999), and Holborn (2003).