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Ascendant Stakes 2026 Betting Odds

Saturday 5 September 2026 · Haydock Park · By Matthew Glazier

There are several horses who could be in contention for the Ascendant Stakes, with Publish the one considered to have the best chance of success. John Gosden’s runner has already turned out twice and looked impressive, with Al Zanati potentially his nearest challenger. Bow Echo is a similar price and could go well for trainer George Boughey.

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Aidan O’Brien has a couple of interesting runners, with Isaac Newton starting off with a runner-up spot and then claiming a victory. Benvenuto Cellini has an identical record coming into this race and might end up being the pick of the two-year-olds. Midnight Tango has more runs under his belt and could be a good each-way shout.

Ascendant Stakes Runners & Odds

12 runners

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2025 Ascendant Stakes Betting Tips

The Ascendant Stakes takes place at Haydock Park on Saturday, with this being the second race on the card. It’s a one-mile encounter, with Publish having obliged as the 4/7 favourite over seven furlongs last time out. That was in a maiden stakes race and came after a second-placed effort at Sandown Park where the horse missed out by half a length.

Al Zanati could be the one that pushed the favourite closest. Charlie Appleby saddles a horse that was recently successful at Newmarket back in August. The 10/11 favourite was able to oblige by a neck in a seven furlongs maiden race. However, it might be that Bow Echo could end up being the first one home.

George Boughey saddles a runner who will be ridden by Billy Loughnane, with the horse performing admirably at Newbury a couple of weeks ago. Sent off as the 2/1 joint-favourite, the runner was able to score by four and a half lengths. This was a one-mile encounter where the horse was able to perform commendably on firm ground.

Isaac Newton could be the best Aidan O’Brien-trained runner in the race, with the horse successful in his previous race. As the 8/13 favourite at Goodwood, the runner was able to score by a slender margin over seven furlongs. That came after a solid effort as an 11/1 shot in an Irish Maiden when nearly beating odds-on favourite New Zealand.

Past Winners

2025 — Ascendant Stakes
  1. 1 Bow Echo SP
  2. 2 Publish SP
  3. 3 Shayem SP
  4. 4 Glacius SP
  5. 5 Bourbon Blues SP
  6. 6 Midnight Tango SP
  7. 7 Tailgunner Joe SP

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Ascendant Stakes FAQ

When does the 2026 Ascendant Stakes take place?
The 2026 Ascendant Stakes is scheduled to start at 1.55pm on Saturday 5 September 2026.
Where does the 2026 Ascendant Stakes take place?
The Ascendant Stakes is run at Haydock Park Racecourse in England.
Who is the favourite for the 2026 Ascendant Stakes?
First Law is the current favourite for the 2026 Ascendant Stakes at 13/8 with Bet365, from 12 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 Ascendant Stakes?
The current 2026 Ascendant Stakes market is led by First Law at 13/8, Burning Up at 7/4 and Rocket Boy at 5/1. Compare every bookmaker's price in the table above.
Which bookmaker has the best odds for the Ascendant Stakes?
In the current market, Bet365 offers the biggest price about First Law at 13/8. We compare every bookmaker's Ascendant Stakes odds in the table above so you can always take the top price.
Who won the 2025 Ascendant Stakes?
Bow Echo won the 2025 Ascendant Stakes at SP.
Can I bet each-way on the Ascendant Stakes?
Yes. An each-way bet on the Ascendant 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 Ascendant Stakes?
Yes. Sign up with the bookmakers listed at Racing-Odds.com, place a qualifying bet on the Ascendant Stakes and claim free bets and betting offers once it settles.
Can I watch the 2026 Ascendant Stakes live?
Several bookmakers stream the Ascendant Stakes live from Haydock Park. Fund your account or place a qualifying bet, then watch the Ascendant Stakes in-play from start to finish.