Royal Ascot Day 4 Tips – Best Bets for Friday 20th June 2025

Royal Ascot Day 4 Tips – Friday 20th June 2025

As Royal Ascot 2025 enters its second-to-last day, Friday brings a blend of elite 3YO contests and fiercely competitive handicaps. With six Group races, including two at Group 1 level — the Commonwealth Cup and Coronation Stakes — this is a massive day for punters and racing fans alike.

From lightning-fast sprinters to progressive milers, Day 4 is known for producing standout betting value. Our experts have analysed every angle to bring you the best Royal Ascot Day 4 tips, NAPs, and each-way plays across the full seven-race card.

Day 4 Tips

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Day 4 Race Card

🕑 2:30pm – Albany Stakes (G3)

6f race for 2YO fillies – often a springboard to future stars

🕒 3:05pm – Commonwealth Cup (G1)

Top-level 6f sprint for 3YOs – speed meets class

🕞 3:40pm – Coronation Stakes (G1)

1m Group 1 for 3YO fillies – often a Guineas rematch

🕓 4:20pm – Duke of Edinburgh Stakes (Handicap)

1m4f handicap for older horses – always well-contested

🕔 5:00pm – Sandringham Stakes (Handicap)

1m fillies-only handicap – huge field and tight margins

🕠 5:35pm – King Edward VII Stakes (G2)

1m4f Group 2 for 3YO colts – often dubbed the “Ascot Derby”

🕡 6:10pm – Palace of Holyroodhouse Stakes (Handicap)

5f sprint handicap for 3YOs – usually a wide-open closer

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Day 4 FAQs

What are the Group 1 races on Day 4?

The Commonwealth Cup (3:05pm) and the Coronation Stakes (3:40pm).

What time does racing start on Friday?

Racing begins at 2:30pm with the Albany Stakes.

Which race is best for each-way betting?

The Sandringham Stakes (5:00pm) and Holyroodhouse Stakes (6:10pm) offer big-field value.

Where can I watch Day 4 live?

Live on ITV Racing and Sky Sports Racing in the UK.

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