Richmond Stakes
The Richmond Stakes, named after the Duke of Richmond, was first staged in 1848 for 3-year-olds over 1 mile 6 furlongs, although in its present format over 6 furlongs it was first contested in 1877 when it was open to both genders, with 6 of those first 8 races being partnered by the great Fred Archer. Today it is for colts and geldings, being restricted to male horses since 1989, and is currently one of the feature races on the 3rd day of the glorious Goodwood Festival. |
| Richmond Stakes 1969 | Group 2 | 6 furlongs | ||
| Pos. | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Owner |
| 1 | VILLAGE BOY | Bill Williamson | George Todd 2-9st 0lbs | Mrs A F Hurlstone 9/2 |
| 2 | RING ROUND THE MOON | Ron Hutchinson | John Dunlop | Lady Rosebery 13/8 |
| 3 | MAJOR BLUE | Frankie Durr | Paul Davey | Mr David Robinson 15/8 |
| 4 | BROTHER BELLS | R Dicey | L Dale | Mr G Van Der Ploeg 10/1 |
| 5 | TERRIFIC TOM | David Yates | Mrs Rosemary Lomax | Mr C G Hurt 33/1 |
| This race took place on Wednesday 30th July 1969 and was a subscription race of 25 sovereigns each for 2-y-o carrying 8st 10lbs, fillies 8st 7lbs. It was valued at £6,421 (equivalent to £135,000 in 2021). | Over Round 102% | |||