Horse Racing Tips: Richmond Stakes preview, predictions and best bets for Goodwood

As Thursday unfolds at Glorious Goodwood, the afternoon promises to be rich with two-year-old talent, showcased most notably in the Group 2 Richmond Stakes at 1:55pm. Read on to find the best tips and predictions in addition to the latest betting offers for the Richmond Stakes on Thursday July 31 at Glorious Goodwood (1:55).

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Horse Racing betting tips: Richmond Stakes tips

Can Youthful Promise Overcome Experience in the Richmond Stakes?
  • Coppull finished a strong third in the Coventry Stakes behind Gstaad and Do Or Do Not.
  • Six horses beaten by Coppull on debut have since gone on to win races.
  • Clive Cox, Coppull’s trainer, won this race in 2019 and 2020 and targets it with purpose.

Best Bet for Richmond Stakes – Goodwood 13:55

Thoroughbred Stakes at Goodwood 13:55 – King Of Cities to win
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King Of Cities arrives at Goodwood with form that suggests he’s ready for this level. A solid third last time and a proven performer on softer ground, his pedigree suits today’s test. With Ryan Moore on board and the field weakened by a key non-runner, he has strong claims for victory.

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With nine juveniles lining up for this prestigious six-furlong sprint, it’s a compelling blend of exciting debut winners, proven Group performers, and hopeful improvers from powerful yards. The meeting continues Eve Johnson Houghton’s impressive run of success in the juvenile ranks, with another potential star in Havana Hurricane seeking to follow up on his Royal Ascot glory.

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There’s also interest surrounding Charlie Appleby’s Maximized, who attempts to bounce back after a disappointing run in the July Stakes, now wearing cheekpieces for the first time. Meanwhile, Azizam steps up in distance after staying on strongly in the Windsor Castle and adds intrigue from stall three. Underwriter, for Wathnan Racing, adds further depth after bouncing back from an Ascot no-show with a commanding win under a penalty. The race’s competitive nature is underscored by its diversity in profiles—some runners have battled in elite company, while others are making the jump to Group level with form that suggests untapped potential.

Trainer Clive Cox, a two-time winner of this race in recent years, saddles Coppull, a colt who has already impressed in top juvenile company and brings serious credentials to the table. With rain in the forecast, conditions may yet shift, but the surface typically drains well and should still favour those with a blend of speed and stamina. Goodwood’s unique downhill track can catch out the inexperienced, so racecraft, draw position, and adaptability will be as vital as raw ability.

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Best Bet for Richmond Stakes at Goodwood 1:55: Coppull to win

At BettingTips4You, we stand by the principle of offering just one recommendation per race. Our philosophy is rooted in providing readers with clarity and precision—only the best-informed tip for each event makes the cut. That way, bettors aren’t left overwhelmed with options, and our success remains entirely transparent and measurable. For today’s Richmond Stakes, our standout choice is Coppull.

Despite being relatively lightly raced, Coppull brings a blend of form and progressiveness that stands out in this field. On debut, he impressed at Leicester, fending off a field that has since produced six individual winners—hardly the hallmark of a weak maiden. That race hinted at more to come, and the confidence placed in him by connections to run in the Coventry at Royal Ascot was rewarded with a fine third-place finish. He wasn’t just keeping on in the final furlong—he was closing in on Gstaad and Do Or Do Not, both respected rivals in the juvenile sphere.

His draw in stall eight should allow him to race handily without being caught wide, and his experience over six furlongs will prove invaluable against rivals like Azizam and Maximized, who are still unproven at this trip. Trainer Clive Cox has highlighted Coppull’s attitude and development, suggesting he has trained on well since Ascot. He also noted that while softening ground could be a new test, Coppull’s sibling handled cut, offering hope he might too.

With David Probert back on board and with the benefit of an extended break since Royal Ascot, Coppull looks primed to run a mighty race. He has already shown he can mix it in top-tier company and looks the one they all have to beat. The presence of other unexposed rivals does add some complexity, but few in this field have put together a profile as balanced and battle-tested as this colt’s.

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