Journalists Wandering Eyes Posted May 2, 2019 Journalists Share Posted May 2, 2019 The G1 Commonwealth Cup, Royal Ascot’s youngest race having been inaugurated in 2015, will from 2020 be restricted to colts and fillies. Geldings have thus far been allowed to compete in the six-furlong sprint for 3-year-olds. A statement from the British Horseracing Authority read, “The European Pattern Committee initially agreed to relax its ground rules relating to 3-year-old only Group 1 races to help the race to become established. However, the BHA, with the support of the EPC, has now confirmed that, with effect from 2020, the race will become restricted to colts and fillies only.” The first running of the Commonwealth Cup was won by Muhaarar (GB) (Oasis Dream {GB}), who has his first 2-year-olds this year. The filly Quiet Reflection (GB) (Showcasing {GB}) was victorious in 2016, while colts Caravaggio (Scat Daddy) and Eqtidaar (Ire) (Invincible Spirit {Ire}) were the two most recent winners. View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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