The St James’s Palace Stakes, a Group 1 race run over just short of 1m over Ascot’s round course run on the opening day of Royal Ascot. The race is for three year old colts and would usually feature horses which had previously contested the English, French and Irish 2000 Guineas.
Below, you will find all the information you need to bet on the St James’s Palace 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 St James’s Palace Stakes racecard and read our essential betting trends to help you find a winner.
St James's Palace Stakes Tips
6- H: Notable Speech
- J: W Buick
- T: C Appleby
- H: Notable Speech
- J: W Buick
- T: C Appleby
- Age:3
- Weight:9-2
- Form:1111
- OR:122
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St James’s Palace Stakes Overview
The St James’s Palace Stakes is a Group 1 flat race that takes place at Royal Ascot every year. The race is run over a distance of 7 furlongs and 213 yards at Ascot Racecourse. It is open to three-year-old colts.
The first renewal of the St James’s Palace Stakes was run in 1834. It was named after the royal residence from the Tudor era of the same name. The race was initially considered a Group 2 level race but it was upgraded to Group 1 status in 1988.
Horses that have previously raced in the 2,000 Guineas, Irish 2,000 Guineas, and Poule d’Essai des Poulains participate in the St James’s Palace Stakes. In 2023, it was one of the races that benefited from an increase in prize money at Royal Ascot for winners.
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
St James’s Palace Stakes Betting Trends and Statistics
- The longest-priced winner from the last 10 renewals has come into the race at 12/1.
- Six of the previous 10 winners have started the race as the favourite.
- 40% of the last 10 winners have been trained in Ireland.
Previous St James’s Palace Stakes Winners
St James's Palace Stakes FAQ
Who won the St James's Palace Stakes 2023?
The 2023 edition of the St James’s Palace Stakes was won by Paddington. Ryan Moore was the winning jockey on the horse and Aidan O’Brien was the victorious trainer.
Where is the St James's Palace Stakes?
The St James’s Palace Stakes is run at Ascot Racecourse in Berkshire.
Where can I watch the St James's Palace Stakes?
The St James’s Palace Stakes 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 St James's Palace Stakes?
The total prize pool for the St James’s Palace Stakes in 2024 is £650,000. The horse that finished in first place in the St James’s Palace Stakes in 2023 received £340,260 in prize money.
When is the St James's Palace Stakes?
The 2024 St James’s Palace Stakes is set to take place on Royal Ascot Day 1 with a 14:25 UK time start.
How many horses race in the St James's Palace Stakes?
9 horses competed in the 2023 edition of the St James’s Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot.
