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Qatar Racing British Champions Day takes place at Ascot Racecourse on Saturday 17 October 2026, bringing leading horses and jockeys together for the British Flat season’s championship finale. The programme features five Group 1 races and £4.35 million in prize money, making this a standout autumn raceday for racing fans. Gates open at 10:30, with the first race listed for 12:55 and the final race for 16:40. The celebrations continue afterwards with a post-racing party featuring SIGMA and Ellie Sax, before gates close at 19:00. Explore official tickets or Keith Prowse hospitality, including restaurant and private-box options. Ascot is an easy day trip from London: direct trains from Waterloo take around 52 minutes, followed by a roughly seven-minute walk to the racecourse. Check your chosen enclosure’s dress code and the latest timetable before travelling.
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