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King Charles III was visibly moved as his horse raced to a famous win at Royal Ascot – and there was a poignant reason why. The horse had been bred by his beloved mother, Queen Elizabeth II. His Majesty clearly had tears in his eyes as he celebrated the victory in the King George V Stakes on day three. As Desert Hero trotted to the winner’s enclosure, The King and Queen both wiped away…

Their names are both written in the history books as queen consorts and their Coronations involved the same crown so it’s fitting that Queen Camilla has presented the main prize on the second day of Royal Ascot, named after a woman with whom she has many links, Queen Mary. Her Majesty handed over the historic gilt trophy to winners in a sunny ceremony soon after the race ended. Victory…

The summer season is now well and truly underway with the start of Royal Ascot – the highlight of the British social calendar. The five day horse racing meeting is always attended by members of The Royal Family, with the late Queen Elizabeth II very rarely missing the occasion. This year, for the first time in over 70 years, a new cypher is printed on the front of the racecards. No longer…

A new cypher has been revealed ahead of Royal Ascot which takes place next week at the Berkshire racecourse. Featuring on the 2023 racecard is the new cypher which jointly reflects both King Charles and Queen Camilla. During the reign of Queen Elizabeth II, her personal cypher was carried on the racecard, which can be purchased by racegoers each day for £7. For the first Royal Meeting…