King George Diamond Weekend Betting 2026
Meeting Summary
Venue:
Ascot Racecourse
Dates:
Friday 24 to Saturday 25 July 2026
Feature race:
King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes, Saturday 25 July, one of Europe's top middle-distance tests.
The International Stakes, run alongside on the same card, a championship race for milers.
Event-Specific Offers
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Bet365
Bet £10 Get £30 in Free Bets
Bet £10 Get £30 in Free Bets. New customers only; minimum deposit £10, minimum odds 1/5, 30x wagering, free bets valid for 7 days. 18+, T&Cs apply.
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William Hill
Get £40 in Free Bets
Get £40 in Free Bets. New customers only; minimum deposit £5, minimum odds 1/3, 10x wagering, free bets valid for 7 days. 18+, T&Cs apply.
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Betfair
Get £50 Free Bets
Get £50 Free Bets. New customers only. 18+, T&Cs apply.
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Betfred
Get £50 in Free Bets
Get £50 in Free Bets. New customers only. 18+, T&Cs apply.
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BetVictor
Bet £10 Get £30 Free Bets
Bet £10 Get £30 Free Bets. New customers only; minimum deposit £10, minimum odds 1/1, 20x wagering, free bets valid for 7 days. 18+, T&Cs apply.
Best Bookmakers for This Event
| Rank | Bookmaker | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bet365 | Best for overall & odds |
| 2 | William Hill | Best for each-way races |
| 3 | Betfair | Best for exchange betting |
Tips and preview
Ascot’s Diamond Weekend brings together some of the best middle-distance horses in Europe, with the King George regularly deciding the season’s form book at a mile and a half. Recent renewals have rewarded proven Group 1 performers over first-season pretenders, so class in deep company is usually the first thing worth checking.
Full field, form, and jockey bookings will be added closer to the meeting once declarations are confirmed.
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