The Chesham Stakes is a listed race that opens on Day 5 of Royal Ascot. It is open to two-year-olds and is run over 7 furlongs. The race is open only to horses sired by stallions who won over 10 furlongs or more. Established in 1919, it can produce staying types for the following season.
Below, you will find all the information you need to bet on the Chesham 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 Chesham Stakes racecard and read our essential betting trends to help you find a winner.
Chesham Stakes Racecard
Chesham Stakes (Listed)
AIX LA CHAPELLE hit a bit of a flat spot over two furlongs out on debut at the Curragh but left a lasting impression thereafter, staying on really well to score over this trip. The manner of that performance marked him out as an ideal type for the Chesham and he's taken to have come on plenty for the run. Charlie Johnston launches a three-pronged assault and they're all of interest as Time For The Moon looked smart in winning at Musselburgh, Lingfield scorer Sword Salute boasts a similar profile and Pikachu finished second in what looked a decent novice stakes at Thirsk. Sea Venture went into plenty of notebooks when winning first time up at Haydock and also comes into calculations.
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Chesham Stakes Overview
First run in 1919, the Chesham Stakes was initially named after the 3rd Baron Chesham who acted as the last Master of the Buckhounds from 1900 to 1901. It is a listed race that is eligible for two-year-old horses at Royal Ascot. The race is contested over a distance of 7 furlongs at Ascot Racecourse. The race traditionally opens proceedings on the final day of Ascot.
The race was originally run over a shorter distance of just 5 furlongs and had been introduced to replace the first leg of the Triennial Stakes. Over time, the race was extended to 6 furlongs before being extended to the current 7 furlongs in 1996.
An obscure restriction is in place for the Chesham Stakes. Only horses whose sires or dams have been victorious over a distance of more than 1 mile and 1 and a half furlongs are allowed to enter.
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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Chesham Stakes FAQ
Who won the Chesham Stakes 2023?
The 2023 edition of the Chesham Stakes was won by Snellen. Gary Carroll was the winning jockey on the horse and Gavin Cromwell was the victorious trainer.
When is the Chesham Stakes?
The 2024 Chesham Stakes is set to take place on Royal Ascot Day 5 with a 14:30 UK time start.
Where is the Chesham Stakes?
The Chesham Stakes is run at Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire.
Where can I watch the Chesham Stakes?
The Chesham Stakes is available live on ITV1 and via Sky Sports Racing. Most bookmakers also offer a free live horse racing streaming service that allows customers to watch the race after placing their bets.
What is the prize money for the Chesham Stakes?
The total prize pool for the Chesham Stakes in 2024 is £110,000. The horse that finished in first place in the Chesham Stakes in 2023 received £56,710 in prize money.
How many horses race in the Chesham Stakes?
16 horses competed in the 2023 edition of the Chesham Stakes at Royal Ascot.




















