Aidan O’Brien discusses Royal Ascot prospects ahead of 2026 meeting

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Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Aidan O’Brien discusses Royal Ascot prospects ahead of 2026 meeting
Summary

Ahead of the Royal Ascot meeting starting in late June, Aidan O’Brien previews several key runners, including Scandinavia in the Gold Cup and Precise in the Coronation Stakes. O’Brien, the most successful trainer in Royal Ascot history with 96 winners, features in an interview on The Final Furlong Podcast where he shares insights on his stable's chances and mentions a handicapper he believes is positioned well. This meeting continues to be a significant stage for O’Brien, who has an impressive track record with various races, particularly the Coventry Stakes, where he has won 11 times.

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  • Aidan O’Brien boasts 96 Royal Ascot winners so far.
  • Scandinavia expected to compete in the Gold Cup.
  • Podcast discusses runners such as Confucius and Precise.
  • O’Brien has dominated the Coventry Stakes with 11 wins.
  • Listeners can find the interview on major podcast platforms.
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