Lennox Stakes

The Lennox Stakes, named after Charles Lennox, 3rd Duke of Lennox, a dukedom held simultaneously by the Duke of Richmond, is for 3-year-olds and upwards and is run over 7 furlongs. However, when it was first launched in 1875 it was over 6 furlongs, but extended to 7 furlongs in its reincarnation in 2000.
Early history:-The inaugural running of the Lennox Stakes was on Wednesday 28th July 1875 when Mr H Bird’s Lowlander defeated Blenheim and Oxonian.

Lennox Stakes 2012 Group 2 7 furlongs
Pos. Horse Jockey Trainer Owner
1 CHACHAMAIDEE Tom Queally Sir Henry Cecil 5-8st 13lbs Mr R A H Evans 6/4 fav
2 LIBRANNO Richard Hughes Richard Hannon McDowell Racing 11/2
3 MAC LOVE James Doyle Roger Charlton Vimal Khosla 40/1
4 FIREBEAM Ryan Moore William Haggas Highclere Thoroughbred Racing 13/2
5 FOXTROT ROMEO Tom Eaves Bryan Smart Andrew Tinkler 15/2
6 MAJESTIC MYLES Paul Hanagan Richard Fahey James Goffney 8/1
7 EDINBURGH KNiGHT William Buick Paul D'Arcy Knights Racing 13/2
This race took place on Tuesday 31st July 2012 and was for 3-y-o and above over 7 furlongs. It was valued at £79,394 (equivalent to £92,200 in 2021). Over round 112%