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The Buckingham Palace Stakes is a handicap and run over the straight 7F. The race is open to three year olds and over. Established in 2002 it was dropped in 2015 but re-instated five years later. The race usually attracts a big field with the winner likely to be seen the following month in the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket’s July meeting.
Below, you will find all the information you need to bet on the Buckingham Palace 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 Buckingham Palace Stakes racecard and read our essential betting trends to help you find a winner.
Buckingham Palace Stakes Racecard
The Buckingham Palace Stakes Racecard for Thursday, 4th June 2026 is not available yet. It will be available by 12pm the day before. View today’s racecards on upcoming races at other racecourses.
Buckingham Palace Stakes Overview
The Buckingham Palace Stakes is a flat handicap race. It is run over a distance of 7 furlongs at Ascot Racecourse and is open to horses aged three years or over. The race takes place on the third day of action at Royal Ascot.
Established in 2002, as part of the Golden Jubilee celebrations for Queen Elizabeth II, the race is a relatively recent addition to the Royal Ascot schedule. It is named after the palatial home of the former monarch.
However, the race was pulled from the Royal Ascot schedule between 2015 and 2019. It was replaced with the Group 1 sprint race called the Commonwealth Cup. The Buckingham Palace Stakes was considered a huge loss from the Royal Ascot schedule during this period and was re-introduced in 2020 as part of an extended schedule post-COVID.
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
Buckingham Palace Stakes Betting Trends and Statistics
- No favourite coming into the race has prevailed victorious in the last 10 editions.
- Each of the previous 7 winners of this race has been priced at 12/1 or longer.
- Five of the last 7 winners in the race have weighed 9 stone or heavier.
Buckingham Palace Previous Winners
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Buckingham Palace Stakes FAQ
Who won the Buckingham Palace Stakes 2023?
The 2023 edition of the Buckingham Palace Stakes was won by Witch Hunter. Jamie Spencer was the winning jockey on the horse and Richard Hannon Jr was the victorious trainer.
Where is the Buckingham Palace Stakes?
The Buckingham Palace Stakes is run at Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire.
Where can I watch the Buckingham Palace Stakes?
The Buckingham Palace Stakes is available to watch live on ITV1 and via Sky Sports Racing. Lots of bookmakers also offer a free live horse racing streaming service that allows customers to watch the action after placing their bets.
What is the prize money for the Buckingham Palace Stakes?
The total prize pool for the Buckingham Palace Stakes in 2024 is £110,000. The horse that finished in first place in the Buckingham Palace Stakes in 2023 received £51,540 in prize money.
When is the Buckingham Palace Stakes?
The 2024 Buckingham Palace Stakes is set to take place on Royal Ascot Day 3 with an 18:15 UK time start.
How many horses race in the Buckingham Palace Stakes?
29 horses competed in the 2023 edition of the Buckingham Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot.
