Glorious Goodwood 2026: Stewards' Cup Final Day Live Updates 2026

Glorious Goodwood 2026 reaches its thrilling conclusion with the Stewards' Cup and more on the final day of the meeting. Horse racing fans are treated to a day of high drama, emotional farewells, and top-class competition at the Sussex track. Stay with us for live updates, race results, and expert commentary from the iconic venue.

Jim Crowley's Emotional Farewell at Goodwood

The day began with a touching tribute as a jockeys' guard of honour assembled to acclaim former champion jockey Jim Crowley after his decision to retire from the saddle. Crowley shook every hand before being presented with a bottle of champagne by Goodwood's managing director, Adam Waterworth.

Crowley, who has enjoyed a stellar career, spoke about his future plans: "I've always wanted to be a trainer and I think it is the right time for me. It's given me something to get my teeth into. If I could have half as successful training career as I did riding then I would be very happy."

Career Highlights and Memorable Wins

Fans were reminded of Crowley's greatest moments, including Baaeed's brilliant six-and-a-half-length defeat of Mishriff in the International Stakes at York in 2022, and Hukum's King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Stakes win at Ascot in 2023. Also remembered was Battaash's turf-scorching success in the Nunthorpe Stakes at York in 2019.

Glorious Stakes: Enfjaar Triumphs

In the Glorious Stakes, Enfjaar (8-1) produced a front-running display under Ray Dawson, stepping up to a mile and a half for the first time. The Roger Varian-trained six-year-old won for the first time since landing the John Smith's Cup at York in July 2024. Opportunity finished second, with Al Aasy third.

The race unfolded with Enfjaar setting decent fractions, tracked by Opportunity and Ghostwriter. In My Teens made ground but couldn't catch the winner, who stayed on strongly to score.

Stewards' Cup: The Big Sprint Handicap

The highlight of the final day is the Stewards' Cup, a fiercely competitive sprint handicap over six furlongs. With a maximum field of 28 runners, it's a betting spectacle that often produces a shock result. This year's renewal promises to be as unpredictable as ever, with several improving three-year-olds taking on seasoned sprinters.

Key contenders include last year's runner-up and a host of lightly-raced types from top yards. The draw is crucial at Goodwood, with high numbers often favoured on the straight course. Early market moves suggest a strong following for the top-weight, but the race is wide open.

Comparing Recent Stewards' Cup Winners

Here's a look at how recent winners have fared:

Key Takeaways from Final Day

• Jim Crowley's retirement marks the end of an era in British racing.
• Enfjaar's Glorious Stakes win signals a potential step up in class.
• The Stewards' Cup remains one of the most competitive handicaps of the year.
• Goodwood's unique track demands a prominent position.

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