Inaugurated 1997 Sponsor Qatar Bloodstock Distance 1m 1f (1,811 metres) | ||
Location Rowley MileNewmarket, England | ||
The Dahlia Stakes is a Group 2 flat horse race in Great Britain open to fillies and mares aged four years or older. It is run over a distance of 1 mile and 1 furlong (1,811 metres) on the Rowley Mile at Newmarket in late April or early May.
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History
The event is named after Dahlia, a successful filly in the 1970s. It was established in 1997, and initially held Listed status. It was promoted to Group 3 level in 2004 and upgraded to Group 2 level in 2015.
The Dahlia Stakes is currently staged on the second day of the two-day Guineas Festival meeting. It is run on the same day as the 1000 Guineas.
Winners
a The 1999 edition was run on Newmarket's July Course over 1 mile and 110 yards.
References
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