John Porter Stakes
History
The event is named after John Porter, a successful horse trainer who co-founded Newbury Racecourse.The race was established in 1928, and it was originally held in late September. It was initially restricted to three-year-olds and run over 1 mile and 5 furlongs. It was opened to four-year-olds in 1929, and cut to 1¼ miles in 1936.
The present version of the John Porter Stakes was introduced in 1949. From this point it was staged in April, and contested by older horses over 1½ miles.
The John Porter Stakes is currently sponsored by Dubai Duty Free. Its sponsored title promotes the company's Finest Surprise lottery.
Records
Most successful horse:- No horse has won this race more than once
- Pat Eddery – Rock Hopper, Saddlers' Hall, Right Win, Sadian, Lucido
- Sir Michael Stoute – ''Rock Hopper, Saddlers' Hall, Whitewater Affair, Maraahel, Harbinger, Arab Spring, Dartmouth ''
Winners