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The King George V Stakes is the second race that runs on the third day. It is a Class 2 race and is open 3-year-old horses. Below, you will find all the information you need to bet on the King George V 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 King George V Stakes racecard and read our essential betting trends to help you find a winner.
King George V Stakes Racecard
King George V Stakes (Heritage Handicap) (GBBPlus Race)
Heyzoom won what looked a strong Newbury maiden and must be of interest going handicapping for the first time for an in-form stable. He's 3lb well-in and ought to go well but preference is for INTO THE LIGHT, who got within a short head of subsequent London Gold Cup winner Lost Boys when finishing a solid second at Sandown in April. Joulany finished half-a-length third to Maltese Cross at Newbury and that form looks really strong following the winner's second-placed effort in the Derby. Now gelded, Ralph Beckett's inmate is noted in a first-time tongue-tie, and his stable companion Tierra Del Toro comes into the reckoning too.
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King George V Stakes Overview
The King George V Stakes is a flat handicap race that takes place annually at Royal Ascot. It is contested over a distance of 1 mile, 3 furlongs, and 211 yards at Ascot Racecourse. The race is open to 3-year-old horses.
Even though the quality of this race is not as strong as other faces at the festival, it is often considered a gateway race for up-and-coming horses that may prove successful later in their careers. Horses that compete in the King George V Stakes are often seen competing in high-profile races such as the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot or the St Leger at Doncaster Racecourse.
No horse has ever won this race on more than one occasion since it was first introduced in 1984. The most successful jockey is Pat Eddery who has ridden three winners in Carlingford (1989), Source of Light (1992), and Give The Slip (2003). The trainer who has experienced the most victories in this race is Mark Johnston with six winners. The most recent of those wins came with Baghdad in 2018.
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
King George V Stakes Betting Trends and Statistics
- The horse should be ridden by the same jockey as the last race. These horses have produced 6 wins from 57 runs with a profit of 48 points.
- Those not ridden by the same jockey have 2 wins from 98 runs and a loss of 77 points.
- A decent rest is recommended. 71 horses had run less than 25 days ago and only 1 had won.
- A high draw is an advantage with those drawn 14 or higher recording 6 wins from 62 runs.
- 1st or 2nd favourites have a good record with 5 wins from 24 runs and a profit of 18 points.
- Be wary of horses that ran on the AW last time. Their record is 0 from 9.
- Horses with career starts of 5 to 7 have produced 5 wins from 77 runs with a profit of £14.
Previous King George V Stakes Winners
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King George V Stakes FAQ
Who won the King George V Stakes 2023?
The 2023 edition of the King George V Stakes was won by Desert Hero. The winning jockey was Tom Marquand and the victorious trainer was William Haggas.
Where is the King George V Stakes?
The King George V Stakes is run at Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire.
Where can I watch the King George V Stakes?
The King George V Stakes is available to watch live on ITV1 and via Sky Sports Racing. Several 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 King George V Stakes?
The total prize pool for the King George V Stakes in 2024 is £110,000. The prize money for 1st place in the King George V Stakes in 2023 was £51,540.
When is the King George V Stakes?
The 2024 King George V Stakes is set to take place on Royal Ascot Day 3 with a 15:05 UK time start.
How many horses race in the King George V Stakes?
19 horses competed in the 2023 edition of the King George V Stakes at Royal Ascot.
