The Ascot Gold Cup is one of the most prestigious horse races in the United Kingdom, held annually during the Royal Ascot meeting. It is a Group 1 flat race open to horses aged four years and older and is run over a distance of 2 miles 12 miles.
The 2026 Ascot Gold Cup will take place on Thursday, June 18, as part of the Royal Ascot festival, which is a highlight of the British social calendar and attracts attendees from around the world.
Some notable winners of the Ascot Gold Cup include the legendary Yeats, who won four consecutive times from 2006 to 2009, and Stradivarius, who secured victories in 2018, 2019, and 2020. These horses have left a significant mark on the history of this illustrious race.
| Year | Winner | Jockey | Trainer | Owner | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Trawlerman | William Buick | John and Thady Gosden | Godolphin | 4:15.20 |
| 2024 | Kyprios | Ryan Moore | Aidan O'Brien | Moyglare Stud / Smith / Magnier / Tabor | 4:18.06 |
| 2023 | Courage Mon Ami | Frankie Dettori | John and Thady Gosden | Wathnan Racing | 4:20.97 |
| 2022 | Kyprios | Ryan Moore | Aidan O'Brien | Moyglare Stud / Smith / Magnier / Tabor | 4:26.52 |
| 2021 | Subjectivist | Joe Fanning | Mark Johnston | Dr Jim Walker | 4:20.28 |
| 2020 | Stradivarius | Frankie Dettori | John Gosden | Bjorn Nielsen | 4:32.60 |
The Ascot Gold Cup is considered one of the most important long-distance races in the world and a highlight of the Royal Ascot meeting. It tests the stamina and endurance of the competing horses, making it a prestigious title for any horse and a sought-after event for owners, trainers, and jockeys
