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First run in 1843, the Norfolk Stakes is Royal Ascot’s third Group 2 race for two-year-olds, following the Coventry and Queen Mary. Its distinguishing feature is that it is open to both sexes over the minimum trip.
Below, you will find all the information you need to bet on the Norfolk Stakes. Our proven tipsters will provide their top picks the day before the race. You can also gain key insights on the runners and riders through our Norfolk Stakes racecard and read our essential betting trends to help you find a winner.
Norfolk Stakes Racecard
Norfolk Stakes (Group 2)
Carry The Flag only found the Coventry winner Great Barrier Reef too good in a Group 3 at the Curragh on his most recent start and his chance is there for all to see. Wesley Ward holds a strong hand with his trio Ez Tina, Fanshell Beach and Through The Years, with preference being for the latter. However, a chance can be taken on FLIGHT SIGNAL, who made a deep impression when drawing clear to score by just over three lengths on his introduction at Bath and, with any amount of improvement to come, he looks the one to side with.
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Norfolk Stakes Overview
The Norfolk Stakes is a Group 2 flat race in horse racing held yearly at Royal Ascot. It takes place at Ascot Racecourse on day three of the festival. It is run over a distance of 5 furlongs with prize pool of £100k.
The first run was in 1843, and the race is decorated in history. It was initially called The New Stakes. The race earned its current name in 1973 as a tribute to the Duke of Norfolk who was Her Majesty’s Representative at Ascot between 1945 and 1972. The race was a Group 3 level until it was upgraded to a Group 2 status in 2006.
Legendary jockey Lester Pigott boasts the best record in the race with 9 wins. He picked up his first win in 1961 on Abermaid before enjoying his last victory on Niche in 1992. The most successful trainers in this race are Matthew Dawson, James Ryan, John Porter, and Atty Persse. The quartet have experienced four wins each.
All Royal Ascot Races
13.30 – Queen Anne Stakes
14.10 – Coventry Stakes
14.50 – King’s Stand Stakes
15.10 – St James’s Palace Stakes
15.40 – Ascot Stakes
16.10 – Wolferton Stakes
16.50 – Copper Horse Stakes Handicap
14.30 – Queen Mary Stakes
15.05 – Kensington Palace Stakes
15.45 – Duke Of Cambridge Stakes
16.25 – Prince Of Wales’s Stakes
17.05 – Royal Hunt Cup
17.40 – Queen’s Vase
18.15 – Windsor Castle Stakes
14.30 – Norfolk Stakes
15.05 – King George V Stakes
15.45 – Ribblesdale Stakes
16.25 – Ascot Gold Cup
17.05 – Britannia Stakes
17.40 – Hampton Court Stakes
18.15 – Buckingham Palace Stakes
14.30 – Albany Stakes
15.05 – Commonwealth Cup
15.45 – Coronation Stakes
16.25 – Duke of Edinburgh Stakes
17.05 – Sandringham Stakes
17.40 – King Edward VII Stakes
18.15 – Palace of Holyroodhouse Stakes
14.30 – Chesham Stakes
15.05 – Hardwicke Stakes
15.45 – Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes
16.25 – Jersey Stakes
17.05 – Wokingham Stakes
17.40 – Golden Gates Stakes
18.15 – Queen Alexandra Stakes
Norfolk Stakes Betting Trends and Statistics
- No favourite has won this race in the last 10 editions.
- Four of the previous 10 winners have been priced at 12/1 or longer heading into the race.
- Horses trained in the US have prevailed as winners in 2 of the last 10 editions of this race.
Previous Norfolk Stakes Winners
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Norfolk Stakes FAQ
Who won the Norfolk Stakes 2023?
The 2023 edition of the Norfolk Stakes was won by Valiant Force. The winning jockey was Rossa Ryan and the successful trainer was Adrian Murray.
Where is the Norfolk Stakes?
The Norfolk Stakes is run at Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire.
Where can I watch the Norfolk Stakes?
The Norfolk Stakes is available to watch live on ITV1 and via Sky Sports Racing. The majority of bookmakers have a free live horse racing streaming option that gives bettors the chance to watch the action in real time after placing their bets on the racing.
What is the prize money for the Norfolk Stakes?
The total prize pool for the Norfolk Stakes in 2024 is listed at £150,000. The prize money for 1st place in the Norfolk Stakes in 2023 was £62,381.
When is the Norfolk Stakes?
The 2024 Norfolk Stakes is set to take place on Royal Ascot Day 3 with a 14:30 UK time start.
How many horses race in the Norfolk Stakes?
14 horses competed in the 2023 edition of the Norfolk Stakes at Royal Ascot.
