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Saturday 3 May 2025

BETFRED 2000 GUINEAS DAY

 

Get ready for the prestigious Betfred 2000 Guineas, marking the debut of the Classics!

 

The Rowley Mile has witnessed countless breathtaking moments, with horses and jockeys delivering stellar performances over the competitive 1-mile stretch. View the illustrious list of previous champions.

 

Beyond the track, racegoers can expect a vibrant and lively experience, featuring roaming music and entertainment.

 

 

 

 

Gates Open 11.10am

First Race 1.10pm

Last Race 5.50pm

Timings are subject to change

Gates Open 11.10am

First Race 1.10pm

Last Race 5.50pm

START TIME RACE DISTANCE
1.10pm The Oddschecker British EBF Ellen Chaloner Stakes (Formerly the Kilvington Stakes) 6f
1.45pm The Betfred Heritage Handicap Stakes 6f
2.20pm The Betfred Suffolk Stakes (Heritage Handicap) 9f
2.55pm The Hong Kong Jockey Club World Pool Palace House Stakes 5f
3.35pm The Betfred 2000 Guineas (Group 1) 8f
4.10pm The Lay and Wheeler Open Handicap 12f
4.45pm The Handicap Stakes 6f
5.15pm The Confined Handicap Stakes 7f
5.50pm The Handicap Stakes 8f

After racing entertainment

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Saturday’s post-race party will be unforgettable, featuring Big Teaser—a high-energy indie pop band delivering the perfect mix of contemporary and classic hits live on stage. With past performances at Glastonbury and Reading Festival, you’re in for a real treat.
 
Big Teaser will be playing on stage on the Hyperion Lawn for approx 75 mins following the last race.
 
 

THE GUINEAS FESTIVAL

2000 & 1000 Guineas Results

2000 & 1000 Guineas Results

Named after the prize money which was originally awarded to the winners of each flat race, the Newmarket Guineas are regarded as two of the most prestigious horse races in the UK.

The Guineas Classics

The Guineas Classics

Watch some of the very best 2000 and 1000 Guineas from our archives, from start to finish.

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The 2000 Guineas is a Group 1 race open to three-year-old colts, staged on the Rowley Mile at Newmarket over one mile.

The 2025 2000 Guineas will be staged on Saturday 3 May 2025.


The 2000 Guineas Stakes are scheduled to run at approximately 3:40pm.

In 2024 Notable Speech landed the 2000 Guineas.

 

Notable Speech

Jockey: William Buick

Trainer: Charlie Appleby

Owner: Godolphin

Time: 1m 37.21s

 

See all previous 2000 Guineas winners here.

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