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Norfolk Stakes 2026 Betting Odds

Thursday 18 June 2026 · Ascot · By Matthew Glazier · Last updated

Valiant Force, Shareholder and Charles Darwin are among the most recent winners of the Norfolk Stakes. Carry The Flag has been installed as the favourite to win this five furlong encounter, although some might fancy the chances of other contenders. Ez Tina looks to be a decent each-way chance although we're leaning towards Flight Signal to deliver the goods.

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Orthodox is also trading at a single figure price, with Great Barrier Reef also capable of hitting the frame. This is a Group 2 encounter which will be a stern examination of speed and there is £175,000 guaranteed in prize money. The going is set to be good to firm, with the leading bookmakers sure to have price boosts available.

Norfolk Stakes Runners & Odds

48 runners

Showing the top 42 entries by market price. 6 further entries have no current ante-post price.

Odds are supplied directly by the bookmakers and can move quickly - check all details of your bet before placing it. How we compare odds

2026 Norfolk Stakes Betting Tips

Flight Signal is perhaps the two-year-old who can produce the strongest performance in the Norfolk Stakes. The horse is trained by Archie Watson and the handler saw his horse produce a strong display at Bath towards the end of May. Sent off at odds of 11/4, the runner was able to secure the spoils by over three lengths when beating the odds-on favourite.

That was over five furlongs on good to firm ground, something which plays in the horse's favour when it comes to this Royal Ascot showdown. However, it's Carry The Flag who is trading as favourite, with the horse having the added advantage of having run on three occasions so far. The latest of these was a runner-up effort at the Curragh.

The 5/1 chance ran really well in the Marble Hill Stakes, with the horse only just behind odds-on favourite Great Barrier Reef. That was a six furlong trip and came after a May win at Naas. There was no surprise that a maiden success was enjoyed considering that the starting price was heavy odds-on and perhaps there are better priced alternatives.

Ez Tina is an American raider, with Wesley Ward training a two-year-old who could make a splash over a short distance. The only run to date was at Woodbine where the horse was sent off as 5/4 favourite before notching a big win. The successful margin of victory was nearly five lengths and there could be more to come from the US horse.

Past Winners

2025 — Norfolk Stakes
  1. 1 Charles Darwin R L Moore 8/13F
  2. 2 Wise Approach W Buick 10/1
  3. 3 Sandal's Song James Mcdonald 9/1
  4. 4 Ameeq K Stott 100/1
  5. 5 Comical Point Oisin Murphy 22/1
  6. 6 Afjan Alexis Pouchin 7/1
  7. 7 Graft K Shoemark 50/1
  8. 8 Naval Light James Doyle 14/1
  9. 9 Irish Fighter S De Sousa 50/1
  10. 10 First Legion S Foley 11/1
  11. 11 Clear Force C Lee 33/1
  12. 12 Lil Brother T E Whelan 66/1
  13. 13 Hey Tru Blue Billy Loughnane 33/1
  14. 14 Exclamation Finley Marsh 100/1
  15. 15 Star Material Connor Beasley 66/1
2024 — Norfolk Stakes
  1. 1 Shareholder James Doyle 12/1
  2. 2 Tropical Storm Oisin Murphy 11/1
  3. 3 Arizona Blaze David Egan 14/1

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Norfolk Stakes FAQ

When does the 2026 Norfolk Stakes take place?
The 2026 Norfolk Stakes is scheduled to start at 2.30pm on Thursday 18 June 2026. It takes place on day 3 of the 5-day Royal Ascot festival.
Where does the 2026 Norfolk Stakes take place?
The Norfolk Stakes is run at Ascot Racecourse in England. It is one of the feature races of the Royal Ascot festival.
Who is the favourite for the 2026 Norfolk Stakes?
Carry The Flag is the current favourite for the 2026 Norfolk Stakes at 7/2 with Unibet, from 48 entries in the ante-post market. Prices move daily, so compare the latest odds in the table above.
What are the latest odds for the 2026 Norfolk Stakes?
The current 2026 Norfolk Stakes market is led by Carry The Flag at 7/2, Orthodox at 5/1 and Flight Signal at 6/1. Compare every bookmaker's price in the table above.
Which bookmaker has the best odds for the Norfolk Stakes?
In the current market, Unibet offers the biggest price about Carry The Flag at 7/2. We compare every bookmaker's Norfolk Stakes odds in the table above so you can always take the top price.
How have the Norfolk Stakes ante-post odds moved?
In the latest ante-post market, Edward Thatch has been shortening, in to 16/1, while Great Barrier Reef has drifted, out to 14/1. Track the full move in the odds table above.
Who won the 2025 Norfolk Stakes?
Charles Darwin won the 2025 Norfolk Stakes at 8/13F, ridden by R L Moore.
Can I bet each-way on the Norfolk Stakes?
Yes. An each-way bet on the Norfolk Stakes is two bets in one, a win and a place. The number of places paid and the place fraction are set by each bookmaker and confirmed when the final field is declared, so check the each-way terms before betting.
Are there free bets or offers for the 2026 Norfolk Stakes?
Yes. Sign up with the bookmakers listed at Racing-Odds.com, place a qualifying bet on the Norfolk Stakes and claim Royal Ascot free bets and offers once it settles.
Can I watch the 2026 Norfolk Stakes live?
Several bookmakers stream the Norfolk Stakes live from Ascot. Fund your account or place a qualifying bet, then watch the Norfolk Stakes in-play from start to finish.