The Imperial Cup is a National Hunt hurdle race in Great Britain which is open to horses aged four years or older.
The Imperial Cup was first run in 1907, and in its early years it was considered to be the most important hurdle race of the season.
A notable winner during this period was Trespasser, who recorded three successive victories in the race from 1920 to 1922.
[3] The race was upgraded from Listed to Grade Three status by the British Horseracing Board from its 2014 running.
[4] It was re-classified as a Premier Handicap from the 2023 running when Grade 3 status was renamed by the British Horseracing Authority.