When Queen Elizabeth II died in September
2022, the racing industry lost more than its most famous owner and
breeder. It lost the sport’s greatest ambassador. For more than
seven decades, the late monarch’s presence was woven into the
fabric of British racing. Whether at Royal Ascot, Epsom or
Newmarket, her attendance brought a sense of occasion that
transcended the sport itself. Crowds…
King Charles and Queen Camilla make major announcement as they prepare for historic royal tradition
29th May 2026
King Charles and Queen Camilla will
continue a centuries-old royal racing tradition next week after
confirming plans to attend the Betfred Derby at Epsom Downs. The
Jockey Club announced on Thursday that Their Majesties will be
present on Derby Day, Saturday 6 June, to…
Crown Prince Haakon shares heartbreaking update on Princess Mette-Marit’s health saying she is "seriously ill"
28th May 2026
Norway’s Royal Family is facing growing
concern after Crown Prince Haakon, Crown Prince of Norway admitted
that his wife, Mette-Marit, Crown Princess of Norway, has become “a
lot worse” amid her long-running battle with a chronic lung
disease. The future Queen of…
Mike Tindall has offered a rare
behind-the-scenes glimpse into one of the most recognisable
traditions of the royal calendar, revealing that Royal Ascot’s
famous carriage procession can quickly become “a nightmare” in hot
weather. The former England rugby star, who is married to Zara
Tindall, lifted the lid on the elaborate routine behind the daily
spectacle at the Berkshire race meeting…
The King has suffered a significant Royal
Ascot setback after one of the most exciting horses in the royal
colours was withdrawn from a flagship race at next month’s meeting.
Portcullis, the unbeaten colt bred by the King and Queen Camilla,
will not contest the St…
The King was left laughing after a
seagull splattered bird droppings on his suit during a public
walkabout in Northern Ireland on Wednesday. The monarch was
greeting well-wishers during the second day of his visit to
Northern Ireland when both he and several members of…
A British radio station has been forced
to issue an apology after mistakenly broadcasting that King Charles
III had died before abruptly going off air. Radio Caroline
accidentally triggered its “Death of a Monarch” protocol on Tuesday
afternoon, leading listeners to believe the King had died. The
station, which broadcasts across parts of southern and central
England, reportedly…
The King is expected to make an official
state visit to Ireland next year after Irish President Catherine
Connolly revealed she had invited the monarch during a meeting at
Buckingham Palace. Speaking following the audience on Monday,
President Connolly said the King had…
A young soldier who died following a
tragic fall from a horse at the Royal Windsor Horse Show has been
named as Ciara Sullivan. The 24-year-old Lance Bombardier, who
served with the King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery, died on Friday
evening after suffering serious…
The famous horse drawn procession at
Royal Ascot could face disruption following a major outbreak of
equine influenza described as the worst seen “in recent history”.
The British Horseracing Authority has announced emergency
biosecurity measures after a sharp rise in equine flu cases outside
the thoroughbred racing population. From Wednesday, only horses
from licensed training yards will…
