Guineas Festival

We have the Guineas Festival taking place from today at the famous Newmarket Racecourse. The meeting is named after the first classic races of the British flat racing season - the 1,000 Guineas Stakes and the 2,000 Guineas Stakes. These races are considered to be among the most important and prestigious races in the UK flat racing calendar, with a long and storied history dating back to the early 1800s.

2000 Guineas

The 2000 Guineas race is one of the most prestigious horse races in the world. The race was named after its original prize, which was 2000 guineas, a significant sum of money at the time. The race quickly gained popularity and became a key event in the British horse racing calendar.The race is open to three-year-old colts and fillies, and it's run over a distance of one mile. The history of the 2000 Guineas race dates back to 1809, and over the years, it has become a staple of British horse racing. The race has produced some of the greatest champions in the sport, including Nijinsky, Frankel, and Camelot.

1000 Guineas

The race was first run in 1814, five years after the inaugural running of the 2,000 Guineas Stakes. The name of the race refers to the original guinea coin that was used to fund the prize money.

The 1,000 Guineas Stakes has a rich history, with many great fillies having won the race over the years. Notable winners include Pretty Polly, Sun Chariot, Mysterious, Pebbles, Oh So Sharp, and most recently, Love, who won the race in 2020.

In addition to the classic races, the Guineas Festival features several other high-profile races, such as the Group 2 Jockey Club Stakes and the Group 3 Palace House Stakes. It is a beloved event that attracts top horses, trainers, and jockeys from around the world and is known for its lively and festive atmosphere.

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