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The Gold Cup is a Group 1 race at Royal Ascot is open to horses aged four and above and is run over a distance of 2M and four furlongs. The race that is scheduled is one of the most prestigious races in horse racing with £500,000 in prize money.
Below, you will find all the information you need to find a winning bet on the Royal Ascot Gold Cup. If you’re looking for Gold Cup tips, our proven tipsters provide their picks the day before the race. Alternatively, you can use our Gold Cup racecards to check the form of the runners and riders to make your picks. If you do, don’t forget to check out the latest Gold Cup odds through our odds comparison.
Royal Ascot Gold Cup Racecard
Gold Cup (Group 1)
This race has been the subject of O'Brien/Gosden dominance for the last 10 years so it comes as no surprise that the market is headed by Scandinavia and TRAWLERMAN. The former hasn't looked back since finishing fifth to Carmers in the Queen's Vase 12 months ago and boasts iron-clad credentials, but Trawlerman can ensure this prize remains on home soil. Second to Kyprios in this two years ago before defeating stable companion Sweet William to go one better 12 months later, he can launch a successful defence of his crown, for all that he does arrive without a run behind him this term. Rahiebb was only beaten a neck by Scandinavia in the St Leger before returning with a commanding victory in the Yorkshire Cup. Caballo De Mar had Al Riffa just a neck back in third when landing the Prix Vicomtesse Vigier and they are just two others who help make this an intriguing renewal.
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Ascot Gold Cup Overview
The Ascot Gold Cup is the focal point for the Royal Ascot Festival. It is a Group 1 flat race run over 2 miles, 3 furlongs, and 210 yards at Ascot Racecourse. It is open to horses aged four years or older. It is traditionally held on the third day of the festival.
Originally established in 1807, the race is considered the most prestigious race for “stayers”. It was first open to horses that were aged three years or older. The history of this race is summed up by the first-ever winner, Master Jackey, receiving 100 guineas in prize money. This win came before the reigning monarch of the time King George III and his wife Queen Charlotte.
The Gold Cup trophy is one of three perpetual trophies, along with the Royal Hunt Cup and the Queen’s Vase, awarded at the festival. This means that the winning owners get to keep the trophy permanently.
Yeats is the most successful horse in the history of the Gold Cup at Ascot with four wins (2006, 2007, 2008, and 2009). Sagaro (1975, 1976, and 1977) and Stradivarius (2018, 2019, and 2020) have both won the race on three occasions.
Racing legend Lester Piggott is the most successful jockey in the race, having ridden 11 winners during his career. Aidan O’Brien has enjoyed the most wins for a trainer with 8 victories. The owner with the most wins to their name is Sue Magnier with 8 wins.
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
Ascot Gold Cup Betting Trends and Statistics
- Good winning form is important. Horses that won their last race by 3 lengths or more have recorded 6 wins from 11 runs with a profit of 19 points.
- Horses aged 4 have by far the best record with 7 winners from 43 runners with a profit of 8 points.
- Horses should have last won between 26 and 43 days ago. These horses have produced 7 wins from 16 runs with a profit of 34 points.
- Those horses that went off at short odds in their previous race have a poor record. Those that started at less than 7/4 have recorded just 1 win from 27 runs with a loss of 25 points.
- Horses with forecast odds of 1/1 to 2/1 have produced 5 wins from 6 runs with a profit of 6 points.
Previous Ascot Gold Cup Winners
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Ascot Gold Cup FAQ
Who won the Ascot Gold Cup 2023?
The 2023 edition of the Ascot Gold Cup was won by Courage Mon Ami. The winning jockey was Frankie Dettori and the winning trainer was John and Thady Gosden.
Where is the Ascot Gold Cup?
The Ascot Gold Cup is run at Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire.
Where can I watch the Ascot Gold Cup?
The Ascot Gold Cup can be watched live on ITV1 and via Sky Sports Racing. Most bookmakers have a free live horse racing streaming option that allows customers to watch the racing after placing their bets.
What is the prize money for the Ascot Gold Cup?
The total prize pool for the Ascot Gold Cup is £650,000. The prize money for 1st place in the Ascot Gold Cup in 2023 was £340,260.
When is the Ascot Gold Cup?
The 2024 Ascot Gold Cup is set to take place on Royal Ascot Day 3 with a 16:25 UK time start.
How many horses race in the Ascot Gold Cup?
12 horses competed in the 2023 edition of the Ascot Gold Cup at Royal Ascot.
