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 1960 Group 2 5 furlongs
Pos. Horse Jockey Trainer Owner
1 BLEEP BLEEP W H Carr Cottrill 4-9st 2lbs Mrs M Turner 100/8
2 SING SING Doug Smith Watts Mr W Stirling 8/11 fav
3 TIN WHISTLE Lester Piggott Rohan Mr B Grainger 6/4
This race took place on Wednesday 27th July 1960 and was a subscription race for 3-y-o and above. It was valued at £1408 (equivalent to £32,000 in 2021). Over round 106%