When is the 2000 Guineas 2025?

The first Classic of the season is rapidly approaching, as Newmarket takes centre stage on Saturday, May 3 for the Betfred 2000 Guineas.

The Rowley Mile has witnessed countless breathtaking moments, with horses and jockeys both delivering stellar performances over the years. The 2024 edition of this race was won by the Charlie Appleby-trained Notable Speech, and this year's spectacle should prove to be a competitive affair.

When is the Betfred 2000 Guineas?

The Betfred 2000 Guineas is set to take place at Newmarket on Saturday, May 3 (15:35). It is one of Britain's five Classic races and also serves as the opening leg of the Triple Crown.

Betfred, proud sponsor of all five British Classics, are offering £2m to connections of any horse that completes that trifecta - the 2000 Guineas, Derby and St Leger - this season.

This race was first run back in April 1809, and by the mid-1860s was considered one of Britain's most prestigious races for three-year-olds.

How long is the Betfred 2000 Guineas?

The 2000 Guineas is run over one mile, and usually contested by colts.

Who has won the Betfred 2000 Guineas?

As mentioned in the introduction, last year's race was won by Notable Speech, while Aidan O'Brien is the race's top trainer, having tasted victory 10 times, most recently with Magna Grecia in 2019.

Guineas 2000 Odds

Field of Gold (2/1) is the current favourite for the opening Classic, on the back of his impressive win in the Craven Stakes this month.

O'Brien's main hope Twain (5/1) follows behind, while there's nothing to split Ruling Court and Scorthy Champ (7/1).

Appleby-trained Shadow Of Light (8/1), the winner of last season’s Dewhurst Stakes, represents 2024's winning connection and Expanded (10/1) is another notable runner for O'Brien.

Find the latest Guineas 2000 Tips here at Betfred Insights