Queen Elizabeth II

The Queen is honoured by the horse racing industry for her "unwavering commitment and patronage of the sport."

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11th October 2021
The Queen has been inducted into the QIPCO British Champions Series Hall of Fame – the official Hall of Fame for British Flat racing. The 95-year-old monarch becomes the first entry into the Hall of Fame within the Special Contributor category, having been chosen by an independent panel of industry experts. The recognition comes in honour of Her Majesty’s lifetime of unwavering…
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The Queen speaks of her 'deep affection' for Scotland' she is joined by Charles & Camilla to open Scottish Parliament

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2nd October 2021
The Queen has officially opened a new session of the Scottish Parliament at Holyrood, with the monarch using the occasion to speak of her “deep affection” for the country. Joined by the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay, Her Majesty delivered a speech in the debating chamber in the presence of Members of the Scottish Parliament. The Queen’s speech was written ‘in close cooperation’ with…
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Prince Andrew to contest US sexual assault lawsuit

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13th September 2021
The Duke of York is expected to contest a lawsuit in the United States which makes allegations of sexual assault against him. According to the latest court files, Prince Andrew is expected to argue he has not been properly served the papers, and will challenge the jurisdiction of the case. Virginia Giuffre, a woman who alleges she was sexually abused by Prince Andrew, has launched a civil…
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Reach For The Moon - a horse bred by The Queen and destined for for the stars?

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11th September 2021
“Reach for the moon. Even if you miss, you will land among the stars!” – Norman Vincent Peale If the stars align next year, then The Queen could have a live contender in The Derby – the world’s most prestigious flat race. Reach For The Moon – a two-year-old colt owned by the monarch – has already won the Group 3 Solario Stakes, and has finished a close second in both the…
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