Sceptre Stakes
History
The event is named after Sceptre, a successful filly foaled in 1899. Her victories included four Classics, concluding with Doncaster's St Leger Stakes.The Sceptre Stakes used to be contested over 1 mile, and for a period it held Listed status. It was cut to 7 furlongs in 1993, and promoted to Group 3 level in 2011.
The race is now staged on the opening day of Doncaster's four-day St. Leger Festival.
Records
Most successful horse:no horse has won this race more than once
Leading jockey :
- Michael Hills – My Branch, Mamounia, Tantina, Royal Confidence
- Barry Hills – Asteroid Field, My Branch, Mamounia, Tantina, Royal Confidence