King Charles III claims his 1st Royal Ascot winner; Dettori rides to victory in Gold Cup
1 year, 6 months ago

King Charles III claims his 1st Royal Ascot winner; Dettori rides to victory in Gold Cup

Associated Press  

ASCOT, England — King Charles III has claimed his first Royal Ascot winner as the reigning monarch. Watching the race alongside Queen Camilla from the Royal Enclosure, the king saw Desert Hero — wearing the royal silks and an 18-1 shot — win by a short head in the King George V Stakes on Thursday. “It will live high in my career, probably at the top for the rest of my days in the saddle.” The king and queen were seen waving toward Marquand and Desert Hero after the race. Desert Hero’s trainer, William Haggas, said “the king and queen are absolutely thrilled.” “It is obviously very important for racing, but it is important that the king and queen enjoy it, which they clearly appear to do, and long may that continue,” Haggas said.

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King Charles III takes the reins at Royal Ascot
6 months ago

King Charles III takes the reins at Royal Ascot

CNN  

Editor’s Note: This is a version of CNN’s Royal News, a weekly dispatch bringing you the inside track on Britain’s royal family. “We wish all the participants this week the very best of luck in seeking that unique thrill of a Royal Ascot winner.” Last year’s Royal Ascot saw an unlikely win for Charles, with his horse, Desert Hero, overcoming …

Queen Camilla's wide-brimmed headpiece gets in the way as Zara and Mike Tindall try to greet her with a kiss as the Royal Family steps out at Royal Ascot
6 months ago

Queen Camilla's wide-brimmed headpiece gets in the way as Zara and Mike Tindall try to greet her with a kiss as the Royal Family steps out at Royal Ascot

Daily Mail  

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Frankie Dettori interview: 'A flying dismount this Royal Ascot? It's hard to find adrenalin without a crowd'
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The Telegraph  

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