King George Stakes

The King George Stakes, founded to celebrate the coronation of King George V, was first staged in 1911 over 6 furlongs for 3-year-olds and above. Initially it was classed as a Group 3, but it is now firmly established as a Group 2 over 5 furlongs, having been promoted in 2010, and is traditionally held on the fourth day of the Glorious Goodwood Festival.
Early history:- The inaugural running of the King George Stakes was on Wednesday 26th July 1911 when Mr J Joel’s Spanish Prince defeated Sunder and Mushroom.

King George Stakes 1925 Group 2 5 furlongs (6 furlongs)
Pos. Horse Jockey Age/weight Owner
1 DIOMEDES J Leach 3-9st 0lbs (H Leader) Mr S Beer 11/10 fav
2 PROMPT Harry Wragg 3-7st 11lbs Mr S Joel 11/8
3 BERESFORD H Beasley 4-9st 2lbs Mr A Walker 6/1
This race took place on Wednesday 29th July 1925 and was a subscription race for 3-y-o and above. It was valued at £1000 (equivalent to £130,000 in 2021). Over round 104%