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Ascot Racecourse Betting Guide | LeoVegas

Ascot racecourse is one of the most iconic venues in UK racing and has over 300 years of history behind it. The number of Grade 1 races makes it a key venue in the UK/Irish racing calendar, this is also true of the world famous Royal Ascot race meeting. This event highlights the close connections Ascot has with the British Royal Family and helps the course maintain a glamorous, high-stakes reputation globally.

How to Bet on Ascot Races

  • Visit LeoVegas Ireland and create an account.
  • Click ‘Horse Racing’ on the homepage.
  • Find a race at Ascot to bet on.
  • Look through the racecard to find a horse and market to bet on.
  • Review the odds to make sure you’re happy with them.
  • Click the odds to open up your betting slip and type in your stake.
  • Hit ‘Place Bet’.

Key Horse Racing Betting Markets

  • Win Bet: a bet on any horse to win.
  • Each-Way Bet: betting that a horse will either win the race or finish in the top 3 or 4 places.
  • Forecast/Tricast: correctly predicting the exact order the top two or three horses in a race will finish.
  • Place Betting: betting that a horse will finish in the top places (usually 1 to 3).
  • Special Markets: bets on specific race trends, trainers or jockeys.

Ascot Races – A Historical Overview

Ascot was founded in 1711 by Queen Anne and has built up close links with high-class racing ever since. Royal Ascot is the best known example and an event with truly global appeal. This is especially true for the eye-catching traditions it includes – from the Royal Procession to the dress code.

The popularity of Ascot as a venue has been helped by the many top jockeys who have shaped its history. Lester Piggot rode over 100 winners at Royal Ascot, whilst Frankie Dettori rode seven winners in one day in 1996. When it comes to horses who have lit up this venue, Frankel in particular stands out.

Prestige is something else which has become synonymous with Ascot and this image helps it attract the world’s best trainers, jockeys and horses.

Ascot Racecourse – What Makes It Unique?

Ascot’s uniqueness mostly comes down to the layout of its flat course. It has a distinct triangular shape that blends a stiff uphill finish with a short run-in and a right hand turning nature. The famous ‘Straight Mile’ course is a real test of speed and has no turns! Ascots’ unique layout means horses need a blend of speed and stamina to do well, especially in longer races.

The layout also has a real impact for both race and betting strategies. Jockeys for example need to think about how they’ll handle the specific challenges of the track in advance. Punters need to consider how the unique layout of the course impacts jockey/horse performance.

Royal Traditions at Ascot

We’ve already mentioned the close links Ascot has with royalty and this is very true for Royal traditions at the course. The Royal Procession at 2pm on the opening day of Royal Ascot is a good example. It involves the reigning Monarch travelling down the Straight Mile in a horse drawn carriage as the National Anthem plays. Strict dress codes are another key tradition of Royal Ascot, this is especially true for Ladies Day.

'## Betting Tips & Strategies for Ascot Races

To get the most from Ascot, use the following Royal Ascot betting tips:

  • Consider Course Form - look for horses who have done well at the course previously.
  • Watch the Ground Conditions – Changing conditions at Ascot can affect the going, influence how well horses run and impact betting odds.
  • Assess Royal Ascot Trends – From Aidan O’Brien to Sir Michael Stoute, focusing on trainers who do consistently well is one of the best Royal Ascot betting tips.
  • Each-Way Bets for Competitive Races – Each-way bets are worth considering at Royal Ascot because many races feature larger fields with competitive Ascot odds. There have been plenty of instances where long-priced horses have performed well at Ascot. Cosmic Sun won the King George V in 2009 at odds of 66/1.
  • Follow the Favourites – favourites often perform well in races like the Ascot Gold Cup. Ascot is a challenging course with a rich history which attracts the best trainers and jockeys from around the world. The shortest priced horses are incredibly fit and may have been training specifically for Ascot for 12 months or more. They are favourites for a reason.

Key Races to Bet On at Ascot

To give punters a proper overview of this course, our Ascot racecourse guide shows the major races to bet on below. All those shown feature a variety of markets to get involved with and competitive odds.

  • Ascot Gold Cup – the premier event at Royal Ascot and a true test of stamina for horses.
  • King’s Stand Stakes – a high-speed race which brings together the best sprinters.
  • Queen Anne Stakes – named after the founder of the course and an elite level race run over one mile.
  • Coronation Stakes – a blue-riband event for three year old fillies (young female horse).
  • The Diamond Jubilee Stakes – this sprint is normally the climax of Royal Ascot.

Why Bet on Ascot Races?

Ascot is the pinnacle of UK horse racing betting and appeals to both casual and serious punters. But why is this?

The world-class action on show is one reason and sees the best trainers, jockeys and horses from around the world battling it out. Ascot betting is also known for its diverse range of markets. Whether it’s outright winners, each-ways or specials, there’s numerous options for all kinds of betting strategies.

The large fields and competitive nature of Ascot races create opportunities for surprise results and enhanced payouts. The prestige of Royal Ascot makes it a thrilling event to get involved with and gives punters another reason to bet at this track.

Probably the best reason to bet on Ascot races though is the unpredictability. The course is such a leveller, and the fields are so large, that the chances for a long-priced horse to place are huge.