AscotSat, June 20, 2026

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17:10 Ascot

Queen Alexandra Stakes (Gbbplus Race)

C2 | 4+

Winner GBP £64,800 - 13 runners

2m 5f 143y

Going: Good to Firm

Surface: T

Race Tip

The classy ILLINOIS (8) maintains a good record at the Royal meeting having won the 2024 G2 Queen's Vase (1m6f) and then runner-up in the 2m4f G1 Gold Cup here last year. Below par when last of six on testing ground tackling the 1m4f G1 Coronation Cup at Epsom Downs two weeks ago. Represents top connections and expected to bounce back. Hard to beat. A PIECE OF HEAVEN (1) races for a trainer who has won this twice from the last three years and is enjoying this week. Scored by 0. 5L the 2m2 1/2f Chester Cup Heritage Handicap six weeks ago. Main danger. FRENCH MASTER (6) won the 1m6f Copper Horse Handicap here last year. Question marks on this trip however holds ability for leading connections. The Willie Mullins trained LE DESTRIER (9) might feature.