The Group 1 Prince Of Wales’s Stakes is all set to be a belter on Wednesday. The feature race of Royal Ascot day 2 has attracted a stellar field, packed with Group 1 winners.
GG tipster Joe Napier previews the race, as Ombudsman and Daryz duel on the famous turf.
2026 Prince Of Wales’s Stakes Runners
The middle distance clash we were all hoping for has materialised as Ombudsman clashes with Arc hero Daryz. The former won this last year in devastating fashion despite not always getting the smoothest passage. He sets the standard, but Daryz has gone up a level this term, easily winning two Group 1s in France and now looks versatile regarding trip.
The question for him will be how well he travels as he was last in his only visit to England. Arc runner-up Minnie Hauk will reoppose him, though she flopped in the Tattersalls Gold Cup and looks more of a 1m4f filly.
Almaqam won that Irish Group 1. Ed Walker has always been confident that his charge was good enough for the top level, but there are superstars in this field, which he may not quite be.
Devil’s Advocate and Mississippi River are in here for pacemaking duties, so Dancing Gemini and See The Fire are the remaining runners with any chance. The former is worth a go back up to this distance, but he and See The Fire need to step up markedly. Andrew Balding’s mare was a game third in this last season, but that appears the upper limit of her ability.
2026 Prince Of Wales’s Stakes Racecard
16:20 Ascot
Good To FirmPrince Of Wales’s Stakes (Group 1)
- Flat Turf
- Turf
- 1m 1f 212y
- Class 1
- 8 runners
- Win time: 2m 3s
- First Prize: £567,100
11/10F (Won)
- Win: £2.10
- Place: £1.01
15/2
- Place: £2.10
2/1
- Place: £1.20
7/1
40/1
20/1
66/1
125/1
+o+e Betting Returns
| Payout | |
|---|---|
| Exacta | £12.20 |
| Straight Forecast | £10.18 |
| Tricast | £15.10 |
| Trifecta | £27.10 |
Selections
Prince Of Wales’s Stakes Trends 2026
For Wednesday’s feature, here are the key trends to follow ahead of the Prince Of Wales’s Stakes.
- Five of the last six winners have been four years old
- The last six runnings have been won by the Gosdens or O’Briens (two for Aidan, one for Joseph)
- Only two favourites have won in the past decade
- Six of the last ten winners have gone off at 5/1 or bigger
2026 Prince Of Wales’s Stakes Tips
Daryz is hugely improved since finishing last in the Juddmonte International on his only British run so far. However, that result would still induce nerves as to how well he travels abroad, especially as he faces defending champion Ombudsman. This represents the Gosden runner’s ideal conditions and he can win back-to-back renewals. Almaqam is the likeliest to muscle in on the duel.
FAQ
When and where is the Prince Of Wales’s Stakes?
The Prince Of Wales’s Stakes will take place at Ascot racecourse on Wednesday 17 June, 2026 at 4pm.
How can I watch the Prince Of Wales’s Stakes on Wednesday?
The Prince Of Wales’s Stakes is live on ITV Racing at 4pm on Wednesday.
When were the Prince Of Wales’s Stakes tips published?
The tips for the Prince Of Wales’s Stakes were published at 1.46pm on Tuesday 16 June.
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