Royal Ascot News Roundup 2016

It is finally that moment that horse racing enthusiasts look forward to every year—time for Royal Ascot 2016!  If you are planning on betting on this year’s races, here is a quick roundup of the latest important news:

• Downpours are predicted to move through the UK this week, causing daily downpours through Thursday.  That means that the ground will literally be soaked, and some of the races could take place in the rain.  Take that into account when you are handicapping—and if you are going to the races in person, dress for the weather.

• Buratino probably will not run in the Commonwealth Cup on Friday.  Originally the plan was to run him, but this probably will not happen because of the soft track conditions.  Ajaya on the other hand will probably run, even though those same conditions will act against him.  The favourite for the Commonwealth Cup is currently Quiet Reflection. 

• A Shin Hikari, the world’s highest-rated racehorse, will make his British debut at The Prince of Wales’s Stakes this year.  Last month, he pulled off an unbelievably impressive seven-length win—and that was on bad ground. 

• On Saturday, the favourite to win the Chesham Stakes is Cunco.  For the Hardwicke Stakes, watch Dartmouth.  Magical Memory meanwhile is favourite to win the Diamond Jubilee Stakes. 

• On Gold Cup Day, punters will want to keep an eye on Order Of St. George.  This amazing horse won the Irish St. Leger by 11 lengths last year.  On top of that, he has won his past four races at a canter. 

• Danny Tudhope was injured in a fall last month at York.  He has been ruled out of the races. 

• William and Kate may make this their first-ever Royal Ascot appearance, joining the Queen in her carriage during the royal procession (amusingly enough, you can wager on this possibility on some UK betting sites).

Royal Ascot brings together the top horses, jockeys, and trainers from around the world.  If you are attending in person, you will enjoy an unforgettable experience.  You will have a chance to mingle with British high society while watching the most exciting races of the year up close in person. 

Can’t make it to the enclosures?  You can tune into the races on Channel 4, or you can stream them online from a UK horse racing betting site.  Even though you won’t have the full Royal Ascot experience at home, you can enjoy the unparalleled convenience of betting on your home computer or mobile device.  Be sure to keep following the news closely.  The more research you put into your betting decisions, the more likely it is that you will pick some winners!