Kalpana claims victory over Calandagan at King George VI Stakes
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 3:38 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Kalpana secured a thrilling win in the King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot on July 25. The five-year-old mare, trained by Andrew Balding and ridden by Colin Keane, emerged victorious after reversing her previous year's defeat to Calandagan. Kalpana took the lead over a furlong remaining, finishing one and a half lengths ahead. Irish Derby winner Benvenuto Cellini finished third, while recent Derby champion Lambourn placed fourth. This race featured a competitive field, including multiple Group One winners and international competitors.
- •Kalpana won the King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Stakes at Ascot.
- •She avenged her previous year's second-place finish to Calandagan.
- •Colin Keane rode Kalpana to victory with an impressive performance.
- •Benvenuto Cellini finished in third place.
- •The race included top competitors from various international backgrounds.
"Kalpana battled her way to a thrilling victory in the international clash of the generations landing a thrilling King George VI And Queen Stakes at Ascot.
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