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Horse racing action continues at Newmarket during July Festival

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 11:30 AM

Last updated Jul 11, 2026

Horse racing action continues at Newmarket during July Festival

Summary

The July Festival at Newmarket features a busy schedule with races from multiple tracks including Newmarket, Ascot, and York. Among the highlights is the Group One July Cup at 4.35 PM, a major sprinting championship, along with the Bunbury Cup at 3.25 PM and the John Smith’s Cup at York at 3.45 PM. The festival is recognized for providing significant competitive racing, drawing attention from enthusiasts across the sport. Live coverage is ongoing, with updates on the races as they unfold.

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Key Details

•The July Cup takes place at 4.35 PM.
•Bunbury Cup runs at Newmarket at 3.25 PM.
•John Smith’s Cup is scheduled for York at 3.45 PM.
•Racing involves multiple tracks on the ITV Racing schedule.
•Live updates and coverage are available throughout the event.

Latest Updates

11:30 AMThe Guardian Sport — July Festival 2026 at Newmarket: horse racing – live

What they're saying

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Updates from Newmarket Get in touch: mail Greg with your thoughts Good afternoon and welcome to the Guardian’s live coverage of Flat racing’s annual “Super Saturday” – the busiest and most wide-ranging afternoon of action in the calendar. There are a dozen races from three different tracks – Newmarket, Ascot and York – on the ITV Racing schedule, including the Group One July Cup – the midsummer sprinting championship – at 4.35, and two of the sport’s most historic and popular handicaps: the Bunbury Cup at Newmarket (3.25) and the John Smith’s Cup at York (3.45). Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Greg Wood

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