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Royal Ascot needs Ka Ying Rising, but the world’s best horse certainly does not need it
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5/7/2026

Royal Ascot needs Ka Ying Rising, but the world’s best horse certainly does not need it

There is a very simple fact that doesn’t seem as though European racing fans can accept – Ka Ying Rising does not need Royal Ascot, Royal Ascot needs him. Not just the world’s best sprinter any more, David Hayes’ all-conquering speedster is outright the world’s best horse according to Longines World’s Best Racehorse Rankings for the first four months of the year. 4lb clear of Romantic Warrior, another Hong Kong superstar, it is fair to say we are in the golden age of Hong Kong horses and...

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Ascot CEO Felicity Barnard Drives Record Growth After Premier League Switch
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5/1/2026AI summary

Ascot CEO Felicity Barnard Drives Record Growth After Premier League Switch

Felicity Barnard, former commercial director at Arsenal and West Ham, has transformed Ascot since becoming CEO in January 2025. The racecourse attracted over 500,000 racegoers in 2025 – the only British racecourse to do so – and will offer a record £19.4m prize fund in 2026, including its first £2m King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes. Barnard credits her Premier League experience with teaching her marketing agility while emphasizing racing's unique blend of tradition and accessibility, with tickets starting at £25.

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