15.05
GoodKing George Qatar Stakes (Group 2)
- Prize money: £179770.7
- 0m 5f 0y
- Class 1
- 12 runners
Runners: 12 runners
Type: Flat Turf
Surface: Turf
Weather: Partly cloudy
25/1 (Won)
- Win: £15.40
- Place: £3.60
Form: 223123 CD
Last run: 20 days
W: 9st 4lb
5 yo Colt
OR: 102
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1st 5 (9) |
30th Aug 2026 Soft 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
9st 4lb |
Admirable sprinter who has run some fine races in defeat this year, including when having poor track position in the Nunthorpe nine days ago; drops in grade and holds solid claims. |
5/2 |
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7th 4 (16) |
21st Aug 2026 Good 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
10st 1lb |
Handles most ground; best form when winning a Group 2 on good to soft at Glorious Goodwood in 2025 and although he hasn't nailed it in the same way this year, the recent rain could give him a toehold into this race; visored once as a 2yo, now goes in blinkers. |
25/1 |
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5th 4 (14) |
31st Jul 2026 Good To Firm 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
9st 4lb |
Won a handicap at this meeting in 2023 and he won this race last year (good to soft; seems versatile ground-wise); he hasn't been at the very top of his game this year but there have been encouraging signs on his last two starts and he could play a leading role back at Glorious Goodwood. |
10/1 |
8/1
- Place: £2.60
Form: 10-222 D
Last run: 27 days
W: 9st 1lb
4 yo Filly
OR: 106
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
4th 12 (13) |
14th Sep 2025 Yielding 0m 5f 0y |
9st 3lb |
1-15 in stakes race, that win gained in a 5f Listed event last season; despite that poor strike rate, she deserves plenty of credit for consistency this season; runner-up in four consecutive British Group 2/3 races before well held in mid-field behind Asfoora in the Nunthorpe. |
10/1 |
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10th 13 (11) |
22nd Aug 2025 Good To Firm 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
9st 12lb |
She doesn't hang around and can lead but she found the stiff 5f at Sandown (good to firm) against her when run down late on by Rumstar in July; ridden much more patiently in Group 2 at Goodwood since, setting to work with a will but failing by a neck to overhaul Jm Jungle; this track can see her to good advantage and she can go well; blinkers return in place of cheekpieces. |
10/1 |
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2nd 12 (8) |
1st Aug 2025 Good 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
9st 1lb |
Speedy filly; better than ever in 2025, notably when runner-up, after getting no cover and racing apart from the winner, in a warm Group 2 at Haydock (5f, good; had form on soft early in career) in May; perhaps found the steep 5f at Sandown rather too much since but this test can suit; in the thick of it. |
8/1 |
5/1
- Place: £1.70
Form: 32-321
Last run: 42 days
W: 9st 3lb
3 yo Filly
OR: 111
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
4th 16 (13) |
21st Aug 2026 Good 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
9st 12lb |
Won Group 1 Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot in 2025, then finished a close third to Jm Jungle in a Group 2 at Goodwood (5f, good to soft); she's had a chequered 2026 but the return to Goodwood last time may have helped when again close up in third; needs to find more in this company. |
25/1 |
|
3rd 10 (4) |
31st Jul 2026 Good To Firm 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
9st 1lb |
Won the Group 1 Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot (6f, good to firm) last June before fine third in this race under a penalty (good to soft); however, she's struggled to hit the same heights subsequently. |
16/1 |
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12th 19 (16) |
20th Jun 2026 Good To Firm 0m 6f 0y Class 1 |
9st 2lb |
25-1 winner of the Group 1 Commonwealth Cup over C&D (good to firm) at this meeting last year and she showed that was no fluke when running well at Glorious Goodwood next time; however, not at the same level since and down the field in the King Charles III Stakes over 5f here on Tuesday. |
33/1 |
8/1
Form: 872212 D
Last run: 45 days
W: 9st 1lb
4 yo Filly
OR: 110
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
20th 16 (3) |
16th Jun 2026 Good To Firm 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
9st 4lb |
Has only ever won three races but there's no doubting how smart she is when getting good to firm ground, as when beaten by only American Affair in the 2025 running and a later third to Asfoora in the Group 1 Nunthorpe at York; it's easy to excuse two defeats in 2026 and look forward to another solid show. |
40/1 |
|
8th 11 (8) |
23rd May 2026 Soft 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
9st 3lb |
Made all in Listed race here (6f, good to firm) last May and placed in two 5f Group 1s subsequently; in the mix on best form and she's a lot better than she showed at Newmarket on her return, but has to leave that heavy defeat well behind; cheekpieces go on; slight doubt about slow ground. |
10/1 |
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13th 10 (12) |
2nd May 2026 Good 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
9st 6lb |
A record of two wins from 16 turf starts in no way does justice to the Group 1 form she's capable of, such as a close second in the King Charles III at Royal Ascot and a third to Asfoora in the Nunthorpe at York (both 5f, good to firm); the likely fast ground is a blessing and has good claims if on song. |
6/1 |
11/2
Form: 4-1472 CD
Last run: 20 days
W: 9st 1lb
3 yo Colt
OR: 115
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1st 2 (1) |
9th Aug 2026 Good To Firm 0m 6f 0y |
9st 7lb |
Won the Sprint Cup at Haydock last season when his form also featured a fine second in the July Cup; towards the rear in this year's edition of the Newmarket showpiece last month; previously found 5f a bit sharp in the King Charles III Stakes at Royal Ascot; best treated at the weights but questions to answer. |
5/4 |
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10th 2 (2) |
11th Jul 2026 Good To Firm 0m 6f 0y Class 1 |
9st 8lb |
Respectable eighth in the 5f Group 1 at Royal Ascot with reappearance under his belt; better over 6f nowadays and posted one of his peak efforts in this race (good to firm) last year, finishing a neck second; later landed the Sprint Cup at Haydock in sole start under William Buick; interesting with that rider back on board. |
9/1 |
14/1
Form: 11-300
Last run: 20 days
W: 9st 4lb
4 yo Colt
OR: 105
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
6th 5 (2) |
21st Aug 2026 Good 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
10st 1lb |
Has taken time to get to grips with turf and was easily seen off when fourth in this last year; however, a gelding operation in the close season has worked wonders and he followed a Group 3 win with one in a Group 2 at Haydock (5f, good to soft), overcoming a slow start to win in some style; his star has dimmed somewhat at Royal Ascot and Goodwood since, but the return to a flat track offers hope that he can be on song again. |
14/1 |
|
10th 1 (13) |
31st Jul 2026 Good To Firm 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
9st 7lb |
Returned this year having been gelded and he's been an improved model, winning the Group 3 Palace House at Newmarket (5f, good to firm) and the Group 2 Temple Stakes at Haydock (5f, good to soft) before leading home those who raced in the centre group when tenth of 26 overall at Royal Ascot (5f, good to firm); usually front-runs and this speedy track should suit him better than Ascot (ran well in this last year); strong claims despite 3lb penalty. |
3/1 |
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10th 8 (6) |
16th Jun 2026 Good To Firm 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
9st 7lb |
Turned his back on a brilliant AW career and, after some fruitless efforts on turf in 2025, as when fading into mid-division in this race, the switch has paid off handsomely since he was gelded, the usual front-running tactics working well at Newmarket (good to firm) before he showed he doesn't have to lead when arriving late for a cosy Group 2 win at Haydock (also 5f, good to soft) in May; this stiff 5f asks a question but he could achieve yet more. |
13/2 |
5/2
Form: 24-175 D
Last run: 45 days
W: 9st 1lb
7 yo Mare
OR: 114
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
8th 12 (3) |
21st Aug 2026 Good 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
9st 12lb |
Made an indelible impression when taking Royal Ascot by storm in the King Charles III two years ago and adding two more Group 1s in 2025 with this race (good to firm) and the Abbaye (very soft); has held on to much of her ability in 2026, not far away back at Royal Ascot and going down narrowly to American Affair in a Group 2 at Goodwood recently, but it's not certain that she still has what it takes to add to last year's win. |
8/1 |
|
4th 8 (6) |
31st Jul 2026 Good To Firm 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
9st 1lb |
Three Group 1 wins, the latest last October, and second in this race in 2024 (seventh last year); step back in right direction when close seventh at Royal Ascot (5f, good to firm) but finished last at Sandown subsequently (slowly away) and it's been an underwhelming campaign; has to raise her game. |
12/1 |
|
9th 5 (8) |
4th Jul 2026 Good 0m 5f 10y Class 1 |
9st 2lb |
Australian mare who has become less consistent with age but is very smart on her day, as three Group 1 wins on British/French soil attest; showed clear signs of a return to form last time when bidding to regain her King Charles III Stakes crown; top rated, back down in grade. |
2/1 |
8/1
Form: 46-755 D
Last run: 27 days
W: 9st 4lb
5 yo Colt
OR: 107
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
9th 4 (3) |
15th Aug 2026 Standard 0m 6f 0y |
9st 8lb |
Won four for Clive Cox, including the Group 2 Temple Stakes in 2024; first win since came here last month in 5f handicap (first-time blinkers) coming off strong pace to reel in long-time leader late on (Collective Power, Fox In Flight and Valiant Force behind); 5lb higher now but still on an okay mark. |
5/1 |
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1st 5 (9) |
12th Jul 2026 Standard 0m 5f 0y |
9st 3lb |
Won four for Clive Cox, including the Group 2 Temple Stakes at Haydock in 2024, his last victory; yet to hit those heights for this yard and has been soundly beaten on his last three starts; 0-2 on the AW but did run well here behind Valiant Force in February; blinkers replace cheekpieces worn last time. |
16/1 |
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11th 7 (17) |
28th Jun 2026 Good 0m 5f 0y |
9st 9lb |
High-class form for Clive Cox included a Group 2 win at Haydock in 2024; has failed to win since; last four runs for this stable not encouraging; mark sliding but needs to rediscover best; cheekpieces used for first time in Ireland. |
12/1 |
25/1
Form: 141021 CD
Last run: 38 days
W: 9st 4lb
5 yo Colt
OR: 107
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
13th 13 (7) |
19th Aug 2026 Good 0m 5f 89y Class 2 |
9st 2lb |
Had a fine year in 2025, winning four times including in Listed and Group 3; not in comparable form in 2026 but he has too much ability to be discounted completely. |
25/1 |
|
7th 5 (5) |
8th Aug 2026 Good To Firm 0m 5f 0y Class 2 |
9st 11lb |
Had a fine year in 2025, winning four times including in Listed and Group 3 company; not in comparable form so far in 2026 but the handicapper is easing his burden. |
7/1 |
|
7th 2 (8) |
1st May 2026 Good 0m 5f 0y Class 2 |
9st 5lb |
Enjoyed an excellent 2025 when a four-time scorer, including in 5f Group 3 at Dundalk in October; yet to fire this term and failed to beat a rival in 5f Pontefract handicap last month; tried in a change of headgear here. |
10/1 |
20/1
Form: 1002-6 CD
Last run: 13 days
W: 9st 4lb
9 yo Gelding
OR: 116
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
14th 6 (14) |
20th Jun 2026 Good To Firm 0m 6f 0y Class 1 |
9st 5lb |
10yo who is very hard to fancy on what he's produced on his last three starts, down the field in the Temple Stakes at Haydock four weeks ago; however, he showed considerable spark as recently as last October, with a Grade 2 win in the US, and he won this race in 2023 (at 80-1) and 2024 (14-1); didn't run in it last year; certainly not written off today. |
66/1 |
|
10th 1 (13) |
23rd May 2026 Soft 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
9st 9lb |
Won the 6f Group 1 at Royal Ascot in 2023 and 2024 and added 5.5f Grade 2 win at Keeneland last October; however, this 10yo wasn't at his best at Meydan in March on his sole run this year, and the drop back to 5f and the forecast slow ground are likely negatives. |
33/1 |
|
10th 4 (10) |
1st Aug 2025 Good 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
9st 4lb |
Best on good or quicker; his trainer has done so well to keep him to such a high level over the years and he's 2-2 here (including this race in 2022) as well as winning two Group 1s at Royal Ascot, the latest only last June; however, yesterday's rain won't have been welcomed. |
20/1 |
12/1
Form: 10-221 D
Last run: 48 days
W: 8st 12lb
3 yo Filly
OR: 99
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
12th 12 (6) |
2nd May 2026 Good 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
9st 6lb |
An improver last May/June, giving First Instinct a fright in a Cork Listed race then winning at Sandown (both about 5f; good and good to firm), but she wasn't the same filly after; has plenty to find this time. |
40/1 |
|
11th 13 (14) |
24th Oct 2025 Standard 0m 5f 0y |
9st 11lb |
Won the Listed Scurry Stakes at Sandown in June; never sighted upped to Group 2 level when last seen at Goodwood in August; needs to bounce back on AW debut after 84 days off. |
13/2 |
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11th 14 (12) |
1st Aug 2025 Good 0m 5f 0y Class 1 |
8st 12lb |
Still lightly raced and has won two of her three starts over a bare 5f (good and good to firm), the latest in Listed race at Sandown in June; time still on her side but she has plenty to find on these terms. |
12/1 |
50/1
Form: 74-13R D
Last run: 55 days
W: 9st 4lb
7 yo Colt
OR: 108
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1 (9) |
21st Mar 2026 Standard 0m 4f 214y Class 2 |
9st 9lb |
High-class sprinter on turf and AW; his two C&D wins have both been mighty performances and there is no doubt he has the raw ability to give the weight away to today's opponents; sadly he has become a nightmare at the start, refusing to race in three of his last five runs; can't be supported with confidence; stable run four here. |
16/1 |
|
1 (7) |
28th Aug 2025 Standard 0m 4f 214y Class 2 |
9st 12lb |
High-class sprinter on his day and he has tasted defeat in just one of his four runs on AW; fine effort to beat Marshman in a Listed race here in February and third in a Newmarket Group 3 next time; no doubt he has the ability to win a race of this nature but he is increasingly troublesome at the start and he has refused to race twice this summer; capable but too much risk attached to recommend. |
10/1 |
Non-runners
Manaccan, Celandine
+o+e Accumulators
| Payout | |
|---|---|
| Exacta | £151.70 |
| Straight Forecast | £133.22 |
| Tricast | £535.79 |
| Trifecta | £787.70 |