First introduced in 2015, the Commonwealth Cup is the first of two Group 1’s on the Friday of Royal Ascot and is open to three-year-olds colts and fillies. It is run over a short distance of 6 furlongs.
The race can be contested by those who tried to stretch their stamina out in the Guineas and return to sprinting with the winner going on to feature in all the best sprints of the summer.
Below, you will find all the information you need to bet on the Commonwealth Cup. 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 Commonwealth Cup racecard and read our essential betting trends to help you find a winner.
Commonwealth Stakes Tips
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Commonwealth Cup Overview
The Commonwealth Cup is a Group 1 flat race that takes place each year at Royal Ascot. Colts and fillies aged three years old are eligible to enter the race. It is contested over a distance of just six furlongs at Ascot Racecourse.
The race was added to the Royal Ascot schedule in 2015 as part of an overhaul to sprint racing across Europe. The Diamond Jubilee Stakes that took place over the same distance at Ascot was closed to three-year-olds that same year.
It was initially open to all horses, including geldings, in an effort to boost the prestige of the race in its early years. Geldings were eventually excluded from being allowed to enter the race in 2019. Legendary jockey Frankie Dettori is the only rider to taste victory more than once in this race.
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
Commonwealth Cup Betting Trends and Statistics
- The last four winning horses in the Commonwealth Cup have weighed 9 stone 2 lbs or less.
- Three of the last 4 winners of this race have been the pre-race favourites.
- 7 of the 9 winners in this race have been drawn in stall 8 or lower.
Commonwealth Cup Previous Winners
Commonwealth Cup FAQ
Who won the Commonwealth Cup 2023?
The 2023 edition of the Commonwealth Cup was won by Shaquille. Oisin Murphy was the winning jockey on the horse and Julie Camacho was the victorious trainer.
Where is the Commonwealth Cup?
The Commonwealth Cup is run at Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire.
Where can I watch the Commonwealth Cup?
The Commonwealth Cup is available live on ITV1 and via Sky Sports Racing. Most bookmakers also offer a free live horse racing streaming service that allows customers to watch the race after placing their bets.
What is the prize money for the Commonwealth Cup?
The total prize pool for the Commonwealth Cup in 2024 is £650,000. The horse that finished in first place in the Commonwealth Cup in 2023 received £340,260 in prize money.
When is the Commonwealth Cup?
The 2024 Commonwealth Cup is set to take place on Royal Ascot Day 4 with a 15:05 UK time start.
How many horses race in the Commonwealth Cup?
13 horses competed in the 2023 edition of the Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot.
