Aidan O’Brien seeks to win 12 Royal Ascot races he's yet to conquer

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Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Aidan O’Brien seeks to win 12 Royal Ascot races he's yet to conquer
Summary

Aidan O’Brien, the leading trainer at Royal Ascot with 96 victories, is aiming to achieve wins in 12 races that he has not yet conquered as the 2025 meeting approaches. The list includes the prestigious King Charles III Stakes and several handicaps. O’Brien's Coventry Stakes remains his strongest race, boasting 11 wins, while the King Charles III Stakes is currently a significant target. He has recently ended a long wait for a victory in the Queen Mary Stakes, highlighting his competitive drive at this significant racing event.

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  • O’Brien has 96 Royal Ascot winners historically.
  • He aims to win 12 specific races at the upcoming meeting.
  • The King Charles III Stakes is a key target for O’Brien.
  • Coventry Stakes is O’Brien's most successful race with 11 wins.
  • He recently broke a long winless streak in the Queen Mary Stakes.
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  • 1:27 PMYahoo SportsThe 12 Royal Ascot Races Aidan O’Brien Is Yet To Win, Including His Best and Worst
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No trainer has won more races at Royal Ascot than Aidan O’Brien, whose remarkable tally of 96 winners makes him […]

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