The Floodlit Stakes is a
Listed flat horse race
Horse racing is an equestrian performance activity, typically involving two or more horses ridden by jockeys (or sometimes driven without riders) over a set distance for competition. It is one of the most ancient of all sports, as its bas ...
in Great Britain, which is open to horses aged three years or older.
It is run at
Kempton Park over a distance of 1 mile, 3
furlongs
A furlong is a measure of distance in imperial units and United States customary units equal to one-eighth of a mile, equivalent to any of 660 feet, 220 yards, 40 rods, 10 chains, or approximately 201 metres. It is no ...
and 219 yards (2,414 metres). It is scheduled to take place each year in November.
The race was first run in 2006, over a distance of 2 miles, but was reduced to its current distance in 2007.
Winners
See also
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Horse racing in Great Britain
Horse racing is the second largest spectator sport in Great Britain, and one of the longest established, with a history dating back many centuries. According to a report by the British Horseracing Authority it generates £3.39 billion total di ...
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List of British flat horse races
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References
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Racing Post
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Kempton Park Racecourse
Flat races in Great Britain
Open middle distance horse races
2007 establishments in England
Recurring sporting events established in 2007