Where to Watch and Who Is Commentating on ITV1's Ascot Racing on 25 July 2026
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Where to Watch and Who Is Commentating on ITV1's Ascot Racing on 25 July 2026
Horse racing fans in the UK can watch the prestigious Ascot flat meeting live on ITV1, also available on ITV HD, the streaming platform ITVX, and in Scotland on STV and STV Player [1][2]. The broadcast begins at 13:00 UK time on Saturday, 25 July 2026, featuring a top-class programme including the Group One King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes [1][4].
The presentation team is led by veteran broadcaster Ed Chamberlin, who has been the face of ITV Racing since 2015, having previously worked for Channel 4 and as a sports editor for BBC News. He is joined by Francesca Cumani, daughter of legendary trainer Aldo Cumani, who brings decades of racing pedigree and has been a main ITV Racing presenter since 2017 [3][7].
In the commentary box, Richard Hoiles delivers the main race commentary. Hoiles is one of the UK's most experienced race commentators, having covered racing for over 30 years, including Royal Ascot and the Cheltenham Festival, and previously worked for Racing TV and the BBC [3][7].
Expert analysis comes from Jason Weaver, a former flat jockey who won over 300 races and now serves as a leading pundit for ITV Racing, and Adele Mulrennan, a multi-winning Irish jockey and regular ITV contributor known for her sharp tactical insights [3][7].
On-course reporting is handled by Matt Chapman, a well-known betting expert and former racing correspondent for The Daily Telegraph, and Mick Fitzgerald, the legendary former Cheltenham Gold Cup winner who transitioned into a successful punditry career after his riding days [3][7].
This Ascot meeting is part of ITV's exclusive free-to-air racing deal, which secures over 100 live racing days annually across ITV1 and ITV4 through the end of 2026 [9]. All races are simulcast live on ITVX, allowing viewers to stream the event for free on laptops, smartphones, and tablets, provided they have a UK postcode and TV licence [2].
The racecard includes eight contests, with the headline event being the King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes (Group One, 1m 4f) at 16:10, alongside the Group Three Princess Margaret Stakes (6f) and Longines Valiant Stakes (1m) [1][4].
For international viewers, ITV Racing's coverage is accessible globally via the ITVX platform, though a UK postcode may be required for live streaming [2]. Full details on TV rights and streaming options can be found on ITV Racing's official website.
Article generated: 16 July 2026, 13:26 GMT