The King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes is a prestigious horse race held annually at Ascot Racecourse in England. Established in 1951, it is a Group 1 flat race open to thoroughbred horses aged three years and older. The race covers a distance of one and a half miles and is known for attracting top horses from around the world. This event is named in honor of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, the parents of the current monarch, Queen Elizabeth II. It is considered one of the most important races in the British horse racing calendar, often serving as a key indicator for the European racing scene.