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The York Ebor Festival kicks off on Wednesday 20 August 2025, promising a high-stakes opener at York Racecourse. This opening day, headlined by the prestigious Group 1 Juddmonte International Stakes, sets the tone for what lies ahead in this four-day spectacle of elite flat racing.
York Ebor Festival Latest Free Bets & Offers
Looking to get the most value from your bets during the York Ebor Festival? We've rounded up the latest free bet offers, money-back specials, and enhanced odds promotions from top UK bookmakers including Sky Bet, Paddy Power, and Betfair.
Whether you're backing a big favourite in the Juddmonte or searching for each-way value in the handicaps, these exciting offers help you get the most out of day 1!
Huge Sky Bet Racing Offer - Get £50 in Free Racing Bets when you bet £10
Sky Bet a fan favourite across sports, with a user-friendly platform, regular price boosts and loads of extra places on offer helping you get added value on your bets.
Paddy Power Racing Offer - Get £30 In Free Bets when you place a £5 bet
Known for its money-back specials and daily price boosts, Paddy Power is a great place to find top prices and extra places on offer throughout the festival.
Featured Races on the Opening Card
13:50 – Hong Kong Jockey Club World Pool Handicap (Class 2, ~5½f)
The traditional curtain-raiser often showcases competitors with tactical speed and explosive early pace. Bergerac, a past course and distance winner, looks well-handicapped and is an attractive each-way proposition.
14:25 – Tattersalls Acomb Stakes (Group 3, 7f, 2-year-olds)
A key test for two-year-olds poised to make their mark this season. A prestigious stepping stone, the Acomb often identifies emerging stars.
15:00 – Sky Bet Great Voltigeur Stakes (Group 2, ~1m 4f, 3-year-old colts & geldings)
This race holds significant weight as a classic trial for the St Leger. Winning here can often herald even greater success in autumn’s classic contests.
15:35 – Juddmonte International Stakes (Group 1, ~1m 2½f, 3-year-olds & up)
The richest flat race of the York season and one of the most prestigious globally. With a purse exceeding £1.25 million, it's often a defining moment in the flat-racing calendar and was even named the world's best horse race in 2024.
16:10 – Sky Bet Stayers’ Handicap (Class 2, ~2m½f)
A tough stamina test stretching into extended territory, rewarding horses with both staying power and tactical acumen.
16:45 – "IRE Incentive, It Pays To Buy Irish" Fillies’ Handicap (Class 2, 5f)
A quick-fire sprint concluding the key non-nursery races—watch for up-and-coming fillies ready to take advantage of the sharp five-furlong test.
17:20 – Sky Bet Nursery Handicap (Class 2, 6f, 2-year-olds)
The finale for the juvenile runners, often highlighting promising newcomers who could shine in future Group races.
What Makes Day One Unmissable
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Premium Stakes Races: With a slot for top-level Group racing, especially the Juddmonte and Great Voltigeur, Day One promises high-quality competition.
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Ante-Post Significance: Performances here may forecast contenders for the St Leger or even beyond.
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Spectator Experience: A crisp summer day, packed with fashion, pageantry, and the thrill of elite racing.
York Ebor Tips for Day One
To find all our tips for Day One of York Ebor Festival, please visit our Racing tips centre here.
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