Great Yarmouth Racecourse hosted an entertaining seven-race programme on Friday, 26 June, with competitive contests across handicaps, maidens and classified events. The afternoon produced a series of impressive performances from both experienced campaigners and promising youngsters, giving racegoers plenty to enjoy from the opening race through to the finale.
Great Yarmouth race results 26 june
The meeting began with the First Furnishings’ Front Runners Handicap Stakes (Class 5) over 1m 6f 26y, where Kelly Burn, ridden by Cieren Fallon, produced a determined display to land the staying contest. Fallon settled the runner in a comfortable rhythm before asking for maximum effort in the closing stages. Kelly Burn responded strongly, staying on well to secure victory and reward connections with a well-earned success. The performance once again highlighted the horse’s stamina and consistency over longer distances.
The second race, the British Stallion Studs EBF Restricted Maiden Fillies’ Stakes (Class 5) over six furlongs, showcased an exciting young prospect. Zigazig Ah, partnered by Saffie Osborne, justified the confidence shown by connections with an impressive maiden victory. Racing professionally throughout, the filly travelled smoothly before quickening smartly inside the final furlong to pull clear of her rivals. The victory marked an encouraging beginning to what could become a promising racing career.
Attention then turned to the Winning Experience with Moulton Racing Handicap Stakes (Class 4) over one mile and three yards. Gorgeous Mr George (IRE), ridden by Taryn Langley, delivered one of the standout performances of the afternoon. Travelling strongly throughout, the gelding responded generously when challenged and showed admirable determination to hold off late rivals. The victory reflected both the horse’s improving form and Langley’s composed handling in a competitive handicap.
Race four featured the QuinnBet Classified Stakes (Class 6) over 1m 2f 32y. Zafaan (IRE), under Pierre-Louis Jamin, produced a polished effort to return to winning form. Always positioned prominently, Zafaan travelled comfortably before asserting in the home straight with a sustained finishing run. The experienced campaigner proved too strong for the opposition, rewarding connections with a confidence-boosting success.
The fifth contest, the QuinnBet Best Odds Guaranteed “Confined” Handicap Stakes (Class 5) over seven furlongs, attracted runners still searching for their first victory of the season. Raging Raj (IRE), ridden by Cieren Fallon, broke that sequence with an authoritative display. Fallon timed his challenge perfectly, bringing the gelding into contention approaching the closing stages before producing a decisive finishing effort. The victory ended the horse’s wait for success in 2026 and completed a memorable double for the jockey.
In the QuinnBet Daily Free Bet Fillies’ Handicap Stakes (Class 5) over six furlongs, Always Perfect (IRE) lived up to her name with a polished front-running performance under Paddy Bradley. Showing excellent early pace, she established a useful advantage before maintaining her momentum all the way to the finish despite determined pressure from behind. Bradley judged the race superbly, ensuring the filly had enough in reserve to record another valuable success.
The meeting concluded with the quinnbet.com Classified Stakes (Class 6) over six furlongs, where veteran sprinter Coolagh Magic, partnered by William Carson, produced an admirable display of determination. Breaking sharply from the stalls, the experienced runner travelled prominently throughout before finding extra inside the final furlong to edge clear of the field. Carson’s well-timed ride allowed Coolagh Magic to finish the afternoon on a winning note.
Several jockeys enjoyed productive afternoons, with Cieren Fallon completing a notable double through Kelly Burn and Raging Raj. Saffie Osborne continued her excellent form by guiding Zigazig Ah to a comfortable maiden success, while Paddy Bradley, William Carson, Pierre-Louis Jamin, and Taryn Langley each added important victories to their season tally with confident and well-judged rides.
The Great Yarmouth fixture once again highlighted the strength of Britain’s summer Flat racing programme, combining opportunities for emerging talent with competitive handicaps for experienced performers. Maiden winner Zigazig Ah looks a filly with a bright future, while Kelly Burn, Gorgeous Mr George, Zafaan, Raging Raj, Always Perfect and Coolagh Magic all demonstrated the determination and quality needed to succeed at this level.
Friday’s meeting delivered competitive racing from start to finish, with tactical rides, strong finishes and memorable performances entertaining spectators throughout the afternoon. As the Flat season continues, several of the day’s winners appear capable of building on their success in the weeks ahead, making Great Yarmouth’s latest meeting another enjoyable and successful chapter in the 2026 racing calendar.
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