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 1961 Group 2 5 furlongs
Pos. Horse Jockey Trainer Owner
1 FLORIBUNA Ron Hutchinson Prendergast 3-8st 3lbs Mrs J Mullion 4/6 fav
2 CYNARA Doug Smith Harry Wragg Mr G Oldham 4/1
3 BLEEP BLEEP W Carr Cottrill Mr E Covell 3/1
4 FIGHT FAIR T Carter Magner Mr F Ellis 66/1
This race took place on Wednesday 26th July 1961 and was a subscription race for 3-y-o and above. It was valued at £1446 (equivalent to £32,000 in 2021). Over round 106%