Royal Ascot

There's a discussion on ITV that the Queen will hopefully make it to Ascot on Thursday, for the Gold Cup.

His jockey, Irad Ortiz Jr, is the best in the US but this is his Ascot debut and he will have to adapt quickly. Nature Strip has lost at short odds on a few occasions and there is a feeling not only that it needs to fall right for him these days but that Covid caused him to miss the boat for this trip when he was at his imperious best two years ago. It would be the shock of the summer were he to lose his unbeaten tag. But the King’s Stand is no foregone conclusion; so often when a race is billed as a match, something else turns up to spoil the tea and scones for two. But for as many who have won, plenty of others have got to the furlong pole, taken a deep breath and started treading water. A spokesman for Ascot said: “We’re prepared, which is why it is included in the schedule of events. The Queen is hoping to have about 10 runners this week starting with Kings Lynn in the King’s Palace Stakes (3.40) today. Home-trained horses would appear to be there only to pick up the pieces should the two international guests go too fast and cut each other’s throats – a not-impossible scenario. If you want to know why then take a look at how the four-year-old, and top-rated horse in the world, won the Queen Elizabeth II Stakes last year. It has become a major part of the meeting’s pomp and pageantry. This year’s Royal Ascot begins with a bang as unbeaten four-year-old colt BAAEED bids to cement his claim as the best racehorse in the world and win his fourth consecutive Group 1 contest. It has, nevertheless, been included in the racecard’s time table of events for 2.00, as usual, every day.

Prince Charles and Camilla will take her place in the lead carriage.

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Race two result 3.05pm: Coventry Stakes 15:13 · Winner for Hollie Doyle 15:12 · Race one result 2.30pm: Queen Anne Stakes 14:34 · They're off! 14:30 · 15 minutes to ...

The podium horses from the Lockinge once again enter the picture when it comes to the minor medals, but Order Of Australia is capable of running above his odds. Betfred spokesman Matt Hulmes said: “There has been brisk business on the first morning of Royal Ascot, with Juan De Montalban in the lucky last the best-backed horse of the day, halving in price from yesterday’s 8/1. “There are also the romantics amongst us who have latched onto King’s Lynn, wishing for a winner for Her Majesty The Queen this afternoon. I think we'd like to try it and it would be remiss of us not to. The Duchess of Gloucester 3.40pm The King’s Stand Stakes (Group 1) The Duchess of Cornwall 4.20pm The St James’s Palace Stakes (Group 1) I think we're all quite keen to give it a go and that would be at York. 3.05pm The Coventry Stakes (Group 2) 2.30pm The Queen Anne Stakes (Group 1) Bookmakers SBK are offering £30 in free bets to new customers when they sign up. This is the racecard for this afternoon, the first day of five at Royal Ascot:

Numerous Royals will be representing the Queen at the Royal Procession.

This year a whole host of Royals will be attending via carriage. Usually, the Queen arrives on each race day via a carriage at around 2pm. Royal Ascot has returned for 2022 and there's one question on everyone's mind - will the Queen be attending?

Royal Ascot gets underway today and is a highlight of the summer; Ascot Style Guide 2022 features garments from British fashion labels; Vibrant dresses in ...

Younger boys nine and under should be dressed smartly but are not required to wear a jacket or tie. - Strapless and sheer dresses and tops are not permitted. Dresses and tops with sheer straps and sleeves are also not permitted. - Trouser suits must be full-length, and jumpsuits should fall below the knee. 1830s – Queen Victoria's visit to Royal Ascot saw her arrive in a pretty lace dress with a full bell skirt and shawl. - Strapless and sheer dresses and tops are not permitted. Younger boys nine and under should be dressed smartly but are not required to wear a jacket or tie. Please note, the Village Enclosure is a grassed area and ladies should consider their hat size and shoes accordingly. Dresses and tops with sheer straps and sleeves are also not permitted. - Trouser suits must be full-length and jumpsuits should fall below the knee. Novelty waistcoats and ties are not permitted. Strapless, off the shoulder, halter neck and spaghetti straps are not permitted.

Punters want to save a few pub at Royal Ascot can now purchase a limited edition £1 all-in-one morning suit - saving almost £2000 on the usual cost of the ...

No-one wants to see a wannabe Love Island's contestant's hairy ankles, and what's more, socks are actually a requirement at Royal Ascot - thank God for that. Which is why Irish bookmaker Paddy Power have come up with a solution - an all-in-one morning suit that costs only £1. And no, they're not horsing around. But attendance isn't cheap, with a typical morning suit and top hat (required to gain access to the venue's Royal Enclosure) costing approximately £1,845.

Racegoers have filled the stands at Royal Ascot for the first time since the pandemic. A racegoer poses for a photograph ahead ...

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Which other members of the royal family will attend Royal Ascot? Her Majesty and members of the extended royal family attend Royal Ascot every year. It is not known at the time of writing if the monarch will attend this year. So, will Her Majesty attend this year, which other members of the royal family will attend, and what exactly is the race? Will the Queen attend Royal Ascot? The prestigious event takes place over five days in mid-June every year, and is often attended by the Queen and many members of the royal family.

Trueshan is one of the potential opponents for the Alan King team, although will likely need the ground to soften; Tony Mullins Princess Zoe and Derby ...

It's not so much down to the trainer - it's down to the trainer clocking what he's got." Alan King has declared his multiple Group One winner Trueshan, despite a heatwave set to hit Ascot this week. He's a very fun and enjoyable horse to train, and you can't say that about all of them. John Gosden said, ahead of another leg of the Qipco British Champions Series: "It's great to have him still running so well at this level. Watch every race from Royal Ascot, live only on Sky Sports Racing from Tuesday June 14 to Saturday June 18 "It's down to the horse.

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Products are tested and reviewed independently of commercial initiatives. This article contains affiliate links. Not all of the 300,000 attendees to the event are focused on the sport, though.

Five days of Royal Ascot action is almost upon us as Flat racing's most prestigious meet returns this week.

- Cleveland 40/1 No rain is expected across the meeting. The final Group One race of the week takes place on Sunday, with a sprint over six furlongs in the Platinum Jubilee Stakes.

From banh mi's to burritos and Moet to Mojitos, the various bars, restaurants, and food stalls sell it all. Within the racecourse, there are four different ...

Cintla Rose, 750ml - £28, 250ml - £10, 125ml - £7.50 Merlot, 750ml - £28, 250ml - £10, 125ml - £7.50 Cintla Rose, 750ml - £28, 250ml - £10, 125ml - £7.50 Merlot, 750ml - £28, 250ml - £10, 125ml - £7.50 Tierna Antica Chardonnay, 750ml - £28, 250ml - £10, 175ml - £7.50 Each year the price of food and drink tends to vary so we've done some digging into the prices for 2022. Moet and Chandon Brut Imperial, 750ml - £96 While being known to house great food and drink, Royal Ascot is also known for its extortionate prices. The Royal Enclosure offers gourmet fine dining from chefs that include Marco Pierre White. The Queen Anne's Enclosure boasts a bandstand bar and kitchen. There's always plenty on offer at the venue, which houses a wide range of different bars, restaurants, cafes, food stalls, and more. Tierna Antica Chardonnay, 750ml - £28, 250ml - £10, 175ml - £7.50 Moet and Chandon Brut Imperial, 750ml - £96

Members of the royal family, including Prince Charles, Duchess Camilla, Princess Beatrice, and Princess Anne were in attendance, as were friends of the family, ...

She carried a golden clutch bag and wore a beige hat with a sheer black veil. She carried a tan clutch bag and wore a matching belt. Beatrice wore a white-and-pink floral maxi dress with a matching floral hat.

Royal Procession Stakes (2pm) ... and here are the runners and riders ... 1st Carriage The Prince of Wales The Duchess of Cornwall Mr. Peter ...

Baaeed’s current Timeform mark is 134, thanks to a ruthless dismantling of his field in the Lockinge Stakes at Newbury last month, which is none too shabby, but also shows the gap that will need to be bridged if he is to even approach Frankel’s unprecedented standard. The best place to get all the news, results and reactions will be right here on the blog, so keep refreshing, folks. Coroebus, the 2,000 Guineas winner, attempts to back up his Classic-winning form in the St James’s Palace Stakes at 4.20, while the two-and-a-half mile Ascot Stakes Handicap will see several of jump racing’s leading names, including Willie Mullins, Gordon Elliott and Dan Skelton, attempting to stick it to their Flat-based counterparts. Anyway, it’s the first opening day at the Royal meeting for three years with no Covid restrictions to reduce or, indeed, lock out the crowd altogether, which is a thought to lift the spirits of racing fans everywhere despite everything else that’s going on in the world. The Queen is a doubtful runner at Ascot given her mobility issues and is expected to arrive by car if she does attend the first day. The official going for day one of Royal Ascot is Good to Firm, Good in places. Appropriately for an event whose media coverage focuses on the parade of hats and dresses rather than the sport, here we have a close-up on clothes, on the Queen’s dolly mixture of pinks, tangerines, limes; the difference from day to day is barely discernible, just as the four BBC commentaries merge in a confused blather. It’s fast out there and with a “Scorchio” forecast for the next few days it can only get quicker. A spokesperson said: “With the announcement that the Queen won’t be attending the first day of Royal Ascot, many punters are disappointed as the Queen’s Hat betting market has become one of the public’s favourite fun bets. Jack Keane at the Sun wrote an article in which he asked “you have to wonder how seriously Murphy is taking his recovery. We asked a leading bookmaker for the odds on who will be the next member of the royal family to take on the ‘hat bets’ mantle and they went: 1-4 Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, 2-1 Anne, Princess Royal, 6-1 Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, 12-1 Zara Phillips and 18-1 Sophie, Duchess of Wessex.” Oisin Murphy is everywhere ... but on a horse!

As usual, the Queen will have a number of runners at this years event. Her Majesty is normally present but missed last year's event in June but was able to ...

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The first selection of the day arrives in the second race, where I'm hoping PERSIAN FORCE will be able to continue his ascendancy in the Coventry Stakes (3:05).

So sit back, bask in the glorious sunshine and enjoy an array of the finest thoroughbreds Flat racing has to offer. Although she has failed to fire since that day, she remains a backable each-way price in the hope she can bounce back to form. Instead, the daughter of Awtaad waited for the Falmouth Stakes where she recorded a career-best effort, beaten a length and a half into fifth. The Duke Of Cambridge (4:20) is undoubtedly a tricky contest, with Saffron Beach and Mother Earth vying for favouritism. John & Thady Gosden brought Palace Pier here on the back of a handicap and Mighty Ulysses demands a close watch for the same yard. His second outing at Newbury cemented his position towards the top of the Coventry market, showing a professional attitude to dismiss his two rivals.

Racegoers could see the Earl and Countess of Wessex or the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall in the royal box. Royal Ascot was held behind closed doors in ...

And last year racegoers were admitted after it was selected to take part in the Government's Events Research Programme on behalf of the sport of racing. Royal Ascot was held behind closed doors in 2020. Traditionally the Queen arrives at Royal Ascot in a carriage procession with her guests.

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The world's best racehorse will bid to get Royal Ascot off to a sizzling start this afternoon.

Arcadian Sunrise is partnered by exciting apprentice Harry Davies who is looking to ride his first Royal Ascot winner. Baaeed looks set to go off the shortest-price Queen Anne favourite since Frankel went off 1-10 a decade ago. Betfred is offering new customers £60 in BONUSES when you sign up and bet £10 on ANY race at Royal Ascot. Bet £10 at Royal Ascot and get £60 in BONUSES! Today's seven-race Royal Ascot card begins at 2.30 and runs right through to the final contest at 6.10. ITV Racing will be showing EVERY race throughout the week - the first six will be on the main channel while the final will be shown on ITV4. Baaeed is the star attraction on a quite stunning opening day of action at Royal Ascot and punters are expecting the world's best racehorse to put on quite a show in the opening Queen Anne Stakes.

The Queen will not attend Royal Ascot today as she misses out on the event amid her ongoing mobility issues - but there will be a carriage procession ...

She did attend the behind-the-scenes lunch and investiture ceremony. The Queen is a passionate horse breeder and has a number of runners scheduled to be entered at Royal Ascot this week. She was also wearing her Garter star badge, her Bow Brooch and silver shoes.

Just Fine has been confirmed to be on course for the Duke of Edinburgh Stakes at Royal Ascot 2022. The Queen's racing manager John Warren says the horse is ...

The handicap, won by Quickthorn in 2021, now carries a first prize of £51,540. From the John Gosden stable, the son of Sea The Stars has been brought along steadily this season, on his return from injury. Earlier this month, Stoute trained the winner of the Derby when Desert Crown effortlessly galloped clear.

Trainer Chris Waller hailed one of his 'top five' wins after rivals from across the globe were left trailing in the seven-year-old's wake.

“The team have done a marvellous job. “That was incredible,” he said. “To therefore bring a horse here and not only run, but win, is very special. "It’s six-and-a-half Australian victories at Royal Ascot as James McDonald and I are New Zealanders of course. It will just remind everybody about how strong we are in Australia. “This is in my top five wins,” Waller said.

Punters are hoping that the monarch, a passionate racehorse owner and breeder, will make an appearance at the event this week.

She said: “It’s amazing to have people back and not having the social distancing – it’s great to see. The Queen hailed Royal Ascot as a “thrilling” experience as racegoers filled the stands for the first time since the pandemic. Writing in the official programme, the Queen said: “After the challenges of recent times, this year’s royal meeting provides a long-awaited opportunity for supporters of racing from all over the world to come together for five days of outstanding sport.

Baaeed (1/6 favourite) beat Real World and Order Of Australia to win Group One Queen Anne Stakes at Royal Ascot; watch every race from Royal Ascot live on ...

"Baaeed finished that easily but our horse gave it a good try. "I'd love to have a shot at the Juddmonte at some stage and I hope everyone agrees with that. They'll probably step him up now for the Juddmonte." "I don't see 10 [furlongs] being a problem. "There's a big crowd here today and he's so relaxed. A joy to ride.

Bradsell (8/1) beat Persian Force and Royal Scotsman to win Group Two Coventry Stakes at Royal Ascot; watch every race from Royal Ascot live on Sky Sports ...

"I'm just delighted, this is the place everyone wants to have winners. His instant response surprised me because he can be a little lazy at home." Favourite Blackbeard (5/2) was only fourth.

Charles, Camilla and other royals enjoyed a carriage ride past packed stands at the famous Berkshire racecourse which has not been filled since 2019. Ever the ...

She said: “It’s amazing to have people back and not having the social distancing – it’s great to see. “Once again, it is thrilling that horses from around the globe have travelled to Royal Ascot to compete at the highest level.” Writing in the official Royal Ascot programme, the Queen described the prospect of the world’s premiere thoroughbreds competing in Berkshire as “thrilling”.

Archie Watson's skills were advertised again by the stylish victory of Bradsell in the Coventry Stakes but the trainer was quick to admit that his rise up ...

"He was bought for a syndicate that was set up this year by Archie and I called Primavera," Biggs explained. "We bought three and he was the first one. I absolutely loved him anyway."

Form of Sir Michael Stoute colt looks impressive enough to deliver the spoils in his first Group One race.

Royal Ascot 5.00 A typically deep and competitive field for the Hunt Cup, with Totally Charming, Rebel Territory and Symbolize all shortlisted. Royal Ascot 2.30 Wesley Ward has won this four times since 2009 so Love Reigns, highly impressive on debut at Keeneland in April, will be a popular choice. His earlier form puts him very much in the mix here, however, and the step up to 14 furlongs should suit.

Our guide to the second day, including runners and riders for the Prince Of Wales's Stakes.

Farhh To Shy has done precious little wrong in her career thus far, having won four of her eight career starts; she can give the selection the most to think about. STATE OCCASION looks to have been lightly campaigned so far this season with this race in mind and she can reward the patience of her connections with victory here. She is a most consistent filly, having finished out of the first three just once in her nine-race career. She is a Group 3 winner already this term and is taken to bounce right back from a rare below-par effort in the Lockinge Stakes last time out, with the first-time cheekpieces sure to help her. Conversely, there look to be few ground queries for SHAHRYAR, a dual Group 1 winner and a top-class colt in his own right; he can take the beating in this fascinating heat. He has long been well-regarded by his powerful connections and ran an excellent race in defeat on debut over six furlongs prior to routing eight rivals last month when dropped to the minimum distance. He could not make an impact that day but he stayed on all the way to the line and, in significantly calmer waters, he can prove the one they all have to beat as he tackles a 1m6f trip that he should relish. He looks a Stakes performer in the making and can prove very hard to beat here. Nevertheless, he started making up for lost time by routing four rivals by upwards of four lengths at Newmarket’s Guineas meeting; the third and fourth have both win since, giving substance to the form. The vibes have been very strong for LOVE REIGNS leading into this race and, such is Wesley Ward’s extraordinarily strong record in the Queen Mary, it would be folly to desert his sole representative, who looked a filly of Group 1 potential in winning her only start. Top-class mare who is unbeaten in two starts this year. Fantastic line-up for this year’s Queen Mary, with over half the field bringing forward unbeaten records.

Nature Strip (9/4) beat Twilight Calls and Acklam Express to win Kings Stand Stakes at Royal Ascot on Tuesday; Chris Wallers horse becomes first Australian ...

He's in the Queen Alexandra but having run in this heat it might be a big ask." Winning trainer Andrew Balding told Sky Sports Racing: "I was really happy the whole way through, I thought Callum Hutchinson gave him a beautiful ride. He's been great to me and I've just been kicking on throughout the year. He's a yard legend!" It was the riderless horse who gave me a fright." Just a big thank you to the boss for giving me a wonderful opportunity.

Racegoers have filled the stands at Royal Ascot for the first time since the pandemic. A racegoer poses for a photograph ahead ...

Baaeed oozed class in winning the Queen Anne Stakes, the opening race of Royal Ascot 2022, while Coroebus won the St James's Palace Stakes.

He showed an exceptional turn of foot to get within half a length of Coroebus at the line, but that was only enough for fourth place behind Lusail and My Prospero. The only way I can explain the feeling is when you go to the funfair and you’re waiting in the queue for a fast ride, that’s the feeling before you get on him.” “He travels well and settles well [and] that is a really important part if we are going to go further,” Haggas said. Frankel went to Goodwood first, though, and Baaeed could well do the same. Like Frankel in the same contest 10 years earlier, Baaeed opened the meeting with a ruthless defence of his unbeaten record at long odds-on. No one, though, will want to miss his next start if, as seems likely, he takes on Coroebus, the winner of the afternoon’s St James’s Palace Stakes, in the Sussex Stakes at Goodwood next month.

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She said: “It’s amazing to have people back and not having the social distancing – it’s great to see. The event witnessed a royal theme in the year the Queen marked her Platinum Jubilee. The event is one of the highlights of the sporting calendar, but is also a chance for many to dress up in their finest clothes.

Haggas played down the similarities to Frankel leading up to this race but with eight wins from eight, it is becoming harder to ignore claims that he is the ...

“He is obviously a good miler and is bred to get further. “The easy option is to stay at a mile, but I think we will give it a go. You wait a lifetime for a horse to come along like this.” “This horse is a superstar. I had a nice bit of cover and could go when I wanted to go. He didn't do a lot really.

Day two of Royal Ascot doesn't feature any short-priced good things and it looks a tough punting card. However, I will be very disappointed if my tip for ...

There were high expectations for Dark Shift at this time last season after three good runs in 6f novice company and he did not initially live up to them. Day two of Royal Ascot doesn’t feature any short-priced good things and it looks a tough punting card. Although she was beaten off today’s mark in another massive field at the Curragh last time, this filly has clearly improved for the move to Joseph O’Brien and I fancy her to get back on the winning trail.

Sir Michael Stoute believes quick ground will not be a problem as Bay Bridge bids to take his winning spree to six in Wednesday's Prince of Wales's Stakes.

It was nice that he is available to ride as well, knowing the filly. It is a great thrill when those breeze-ups come off and you can run them two or three weeks later and win as impressively as she did. I like Bay Bridge – he has always been a lovely horse and, to me, he could be better than the rest.” “As a horseman, I want to win races in the UK with Japanese horses. He added: “Her figures for her first run at Newmarket were pretty good and I’m adamant and convinced she’s come on from that. It’s going to be a fascinating race and we are looking forward to it.” Every horse that kind of engaged her, she just exploded away from them.” “She looks in great shape. He seems in fine shape and I don’t think fast ground will be a problem. “We’ve had no issues at all. “Our fella is a grand horse and I think he needs to be ridden a little differently compared to the Tattersalls Gold Cup, when he sat too close to the pace. “I think it is going to be a fabulous race, as it should be.

Three trainers with horses at 2022 Royal Ascot have been fined with £1000 and jockey Hollie Doyle was handed a two-day suspension after winning the Coventry ...

The delighted trainer said: "We knew coming into today it would be a different style of a race. In a tight finish, delighted jockey William Buick took the win by a head from his rivals. Despite being stuck in the far corner, William Buick and his charge held on to win ahead of second place Lusail in a photo finish, while My Prospero came home in third.

Australia's super sprinter Nature Strip was the toast of Royal Ascot on Wednesday morning, with trainer Chris Waller saying the $870000 King's Stand win in ...

It'll just remind everyone how strong we are in Australia,' said Waller. 'It means a lot. Jockey James McDonald shows his elation at winning the King's Stand with Nature Strip at Ascot Nature Strip was the first Aussie horse to win at the carnival since the great Black Caviar saluted in front of Her Majesty in 2012. Australia's super sprinter Nature Strip was the toast of Royal Ascot on Wednesday morning, dominating a top field to easily win the King's Stand in front of 75,000 fans, including the Royal Family. Trainer Chris Waller was full of emotion after the race, said it was 'special' to come all the way from Australia and prepare the horse for a 'breathtaking' victory which he counted in the 'top five' of his illustrious career.

Queen Elizabeth II was not in attendance for the first Ascot meeting amid ongoing mobility issues, but could still make an appearance across the five-day event.

Queen Elizabeth II was not in attendance for the first Ascot meeting amid ongoing mobility issues, but could still make an appearance across the five-day event. The meeting was held behind closed doors in 2020 and daily capacity was limited to 12,000 last year due to Covid-19 restrictions. The Royal Ascot kicked off on Tuesday as a full-capacity crowd flocked to the racecourse for the first time since before the pandemic.

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Going one better will be a challenge in what feels an open race with State Occasion and last year’s runner-up Ffion also looking likely to be amongst the front-runners in this one. Confidence will be enhanced with Aidan O’Brien on board after he rode Southern Hills and Washington DC to wins in this race over the last six years but Bolt Action and Chateau will offer a threat. A narrow win as a 13/8 favourite in the All Weather Championships Mile Handicap at Newcastle in March caught the eye, and a third placed finish on a return to the North East in April could enhance the belief an each-way gamble is the way forward. A three-length revenge win over Mother Earth on a return to Newmarket in the Sun Chariot Stakes last October showed quality and and fourth-placed finish at Dubai Turf in Mayden in March continued some momentum. A narrow win in the Dubai Sheema Classic at Meydan and will hope to make the most of the quick ground. After a slow start to a debut race at Newmarket in April, favourite Dramatised went on to see off William Buick’s Malrescia and 3/1 second favourite Chassaral. Daniel Tudhope was on board that day and he will hope to replicate that promising start with a second win.

Improving stayer Coltrane made Tueaday a day to remember for young jockey Callum Hutchinson as he secured his first win at Royal Ascot.

I’m very proud of the jockey and very proud of the horse. “Unfortunately, at the end of Coltrane’s three-year-old career he had quite a nasty injury, and he’s still got a plate and some screws. Trainer Mullins labelled jockey Ryan Moore’s ride of Bring On The Night as ‘fabulous’ but conceded the combination of Hutchinson and Coltrane was too much. “He is a big yard legend and I’ve ridden him a fair bit at home. The horse got me out of trouble two out, he got through the gap nicely and quickened away there. He’s been great to me, and I’ve been kicking on throughout the year.

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He lost all chance early on in the Derby but powered home in the final two furlongs to finish a staying-on seventh. I wouldn't put anyone off having an each-way play with Sky Bet paying five places but Eldar Eldarov has a stack of potential for Roger Varian and is feared. A set of results that outperforms the market expectation to those with just one run to their name. I'd have it closer to 70 per cent. So, she should be taken on in a race ripe for an each-way play as just eight run. On her first run of the season, she is so vulnerable against some quality opposition here.

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"I hope you all have an enjoyable and memorable time, and I wish connections of the horses running this week the very best of luck." Though the Queen herself wasn't presented on the opening day at Ascot this year, she released a statement saying how "delighted" she was to welcome the crowds back. Every June, celebrities and members of the royal family are spotted enjoying the proceedings in the sunshine.

It's going to be another hot day at Ascot and punters are expecting big-race favourite Bay Bridge to scorch his way to victory.

Japanese raider Shahryar has been relatively easy to back (top price 4/1) despite quick conditions being in his favour - a lack of pace in the race could be an issue for him though. - 5.00 - Legend Of Dubai 5-1 from 9-1 It's bookmakers one, punters nil after day one of Royal Ascot 2022. - 4.20 - Bashkirova 3-1 from 5-1 One of the biggest overnight movers is Legend Of Dubai who is now a 5-1 favourite for the Royal Hunt Cup after being available at a general 9-1 on Tuesday evening. After a flurry of Group 1 events on the opening day, the focus on day two is the Prince Of Wales's Stakes where the Sir Michael Stoute-trained Bay Bridge has been backed down to 10/11 (from 11-8) to open his Group 1 account.

Royal Ascot Wednesday Tips as RaceOlly provides his selections for Day 2 of the 2022 Royal Ascot Festival that will be broadcast live on ITV Races.

Just failed to get up last time over the straight mile here and Clive Cox has a great record if you backed all his Ascot runners with a £1 win stake you’d be £147 richer over the last five years. Came from out the back and took an heavy bump in the Listed race at York and done very well in the circumstances. Karl Burke's three-year-olds have had a good start to the season with a 20% win rate and has already had a three-year-old Group winner

Rebel Territory, who was set to run in the Royal Hunt Cup at 5pm, is the latest non-runner, a very frustrating exit for the horses's trainer Amanda Perrett.

All five runners, though, will go to post with a realistic chance, and it promises to be a fine highlight despite the lack of numbers. That works out as £200,000 per runner in the Prince of Wales’s Stakes, but what the feature event lacks in numbers, it makes up for in quality and variety. The farside is just a bit quicker on the straight but not much in it. The Ascot clerk of the course Chris Stickels has just been on Sky Sports Racing and said: “We’ve put 4mm of watering on the track to maintain the moisture. We still have a dry forecast for the next couple of days and then we’re not sure what is going to happen on Saturday. There are one or two forecasts of thunderstorms.” Sir Michael Stoute’s colt was odds-against at 5-4 on Tuesday afternoon but there has been plenty of cash for him this morning and you will now struggle to beat 10-11. I do like the idea of these horses self-certificating ... It’s almost that time again ... the royal procession down the track is back at about 2pm (after being seen for the first time since 2019 yesterday) and we can expect the details of who will be in it at midday. Keene himself says it’s time to ditch the procession. Or maybe just the photo-shopped Royal Ascot topper?! Don’t put these on your betting slips. The point Wallinger was making is that the difference from day to day was barely discernible but what was different yesterday, a point made by former Racing Post editor Bruce Millington and by Jack Keene in the Sun, was that the procession passed by “in total silence, with none of the usual rapturous applause and cheers.” The Queen’s passing will clearly mark a major shift in support for the monarchy.

After an Australian winner on day one, there could be more international success at Royal Ascot on Wednesday.

The way he stayed on for seventh impressed, it's just a case of whether this ideal race comes too soon. Haziya certainly has the profile of a progressive filly, more that capable of taking on this field. Aidan O'Brien, the ten-time leading trainer at the meeting, was without a first day winner but in addition to Mother Earth fires another of his talented two year-olds, LITTLE BIG BEAR , at the Windsor Castle Stakes (5.35pm). And they've got high hopes for this classy colt at Ballydoyle. There are seasoned punters with decades of Ascot experience who haven't picked a winner in in the 30-runner Royal Hunt Cup (5.00pm). She won on her first start for the trainer at Leopardstown but shot up in the weights for her next engagement at The Curragh, where she finished just behind the winner in third. She was outclassed in the group one Lockinge Stakes at Newbury but drops back in class to take on her own here and is a two-time Group One winner.

Bay Bridge is a warm favourite to overcome four rivals in Group One Prince Of Waless Stakes at Royal Ascot on Wednesday; Wes Wards Love Reigns set to star ...

Little Big Bear (drawn in two) is probably the "right" favourite but a few others are not far behind him on form. The Windsor Castle Stakes (5.35) could be draw/pace-dependent, given there are 24 youngsters declared in it at various stages of development. Rebel Territory looks worth a small each-way punt at bigger, however, after his win on that same Sandown card as Bay Bridge and in a notably useful overall time. Bay Bridge can go from near the front, and he can come from behind. I initially wondered if Bay Bridge really was value for all of his wins: he was, and quite a bit more besides, too! I have just one of the five rated above 120 and up to the standard usually required to win this prestigious contest.

Jockey Hollie Doyle claimed her third race winner at Ascot on day one aboard Bradsell in the Coventry Stakes.

The Prince of Wales' Stakes is a good test for him, however. If goodwill won races then the Queen's Perfect Alibi, who should relish the step up in trip to a mile and three quarters, a distance her dam, Daphne, won over. "He is a beautiful, big horse, a very good mover and a lovely character, but a lot of those Aga Khan families are slow developers. The favourite from today's odds is Bay Bridge but the card is full of horses who will make it a thrilling race. "I've had horses with Michael for 40 years so I'm used to his way," explained Wigan. "He never says much but if he says 'we like him' I'm very happy and I know he has liked him for a long time. Indeed, it is only because we have such high expectations of Stoute that we expect him to have half-a-dozen Group One winners a year.

Coroebus (10/11 favourite) beat Lusail, My Prospero and Maljoom to win Group One St Jamess Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot; watch every race from Royal Ascot ...

Appleby admitted there were some nerves at the finish, adding: "It was going to be one of the races where William had to jump well. When he got through he really fought off all the other challengers. Buick told Sky Sports Racing: "I knew I held on.

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Very close between Eldar Eldarov and Zechariah in race two. 15:07 Melissa Jones. Free bets offer. Bet £10 at Royal Ascot ...

Many racegoers have coordinated their outfits with the national colours of the United Kingdom – red, white and blue. “Bashkirova has been well-backed to take the Duke of Cambridge Stakes, just eleven days after her Epsom heroics. 3.40pm The Prince of Wales’s Stakes (Group 1) 4.20pm The Duke of Cambridge Stakes (Group 2) There was an international flavour to the opener on Tuesday, when Australian sprinter Nature Strip charged home in the King's Stand. The Countess of Wessex The Prince Of Wales's Stakes (3.40pm) favourite is evens with the bookmakers. The Countess Mountbatten of Burma The Earl of Wessex The Duchess of Cornwall The Prince of Wales The royal procession

Amid a flurry of huge bets placed on runners ahead of Wednesday's Royal Ascot action, one punter placed a mammoth £110000 bet on Prince of Wales's Stakes ...

“Bay Bridge was a revelation during his Classic season and he built on that to win the Brigadier Gerard in truly impressive fashion,” Paddy Power spokesman Paul Binfield said. Gambling giant Paddy Power has also reported some support for Bay Bridge on their end, granting the horse odds of 5/6 from 10/11. One punter bet £110,000 at 10/11 odds with Star Sports as they clearly feel comfortable that the impressive Brigadier Gerard winner will triumph once more.

A Berkshire-trained horse won the Ascot stakes later on in the day. Here is a list of the Royals that made an appearance on day one of Royal Ascot. The Royal ...

Here is a list of the Royals that made an appearance on day one of Royal Ascot. Royal Ascot 2022 is now underway as the first day saw an abundance of smiles and Royal faces. This year Her Majesty did not attend the first day of the event but many other Royals attended representing her.

Racegoers will still be hoping the monarch will make an appearance at the event over the next few days. | ITV News Meridian.

The Queen is not expected to attend Royal Ascot for the second day running, it is understood. The Queen is likely to have watched Royal Ascot proceedings on television from Windsor Castle. The Queen misses second day of Royal Ascot 2022 as glamorous racegoers enjoy the sun

He is the joint-second-highest-rated horse in the race alongside favourite Nahanni and everything about his return in a 1m2f Group 3 at the Curragh last month ...

No free bet expiry. Free bets are non-withdrawable. Going another four furlongs is obviously stepping into the unknown, but O'Brien has won the Queen's Vase on seven occasions. Free bets exclude virtuals. Free bet stakes not included in returns. If pedigrees are anything to go by, Legend Of Dubai is chucked in off a mark of 96 in the Royal Hunt Cup as a Dubawi colt out of two-time Group 1 queen Speedy Boarding. Legend Of Dubai returned with an impressive Newmarket victory off a mark of 85 (RPR of 105) and stands out as a potential Group horse in the field.

Today's feature race is the Prince of Wales Stakes, a Group One contest run over a mile-and-a-quarter. Bay Bridge is the favourite for the 3:40pm race. Gates at ...

It will be accessible via the BBC Sounds app and radio. After the win, he said: “It was a nightmare to be honest. - Emotion – 25/1 - Typewriter – 25/1 - Zechariah – 20/1 Al Qareem led most of the way but it was Eldar Eldarov and Zechariah who contested a thrilling photo finish with Hafit a close third. - Hafit – 9/1 - Shahryar – 4/1 - Novemba – 16/1 The Queen has not attended any of the race days so far but has been watching her horses and all the races from home. Today's feature race is the Prince of Wales Stakes, a Group One contest run over a mile-and-a-quarter. Royals, celebrities and fashion fans will be heading to the racecourse on Wednesday, June 15.

The feature race on Wednesday is the Prince of Wales Stakes and it was State Of Rest who got the better of Sir Michael Stoute's Bay Bridge. You can follow every ...

3 - Grand Glory 2 - Boy Bridge 3 - Hafit 2 - Zechariah 2 - Maylandsea 1 - Dramatised

With day two of Royal Ascot 2022 underway there is a hushed excitement about if Sophie Wessex and Princess Beatrice will be attending.

The Queen is not expected to attend Royal Ascot for the second day running, it is understood. From Prince Charles to Princess Beatrice and Countess Sophie of Wessex, the speculation of which famous royals will be dressed to impress is mounting. From the thundering hooves to the sensational sunshine, Royal Ascot is the statement event of the year, with royalty, supermodels, and the super rich all rubbing shoulders at this historic and quintessentially British event.

Frills! Feathers! Frocks! Enthusiastic racegoers are committing to statement hats and bold colour dresses.

The Queen was absent, but wrote in statement on the first page of the race cards “I have been most grateful for the continued kindness shown to me by the racing community," and wished everybody “an enjoyable and memorable time.” The Duchess waved at crowds in a turquoise dress coat, which she paired with a teal hat and pearls. On Tuesday 15 June, proceedings got off to sunny start and Maya Jama led the trend for bright pinks and unmissable statement hats.

Royal Ascot racegoers sweltered in scorching temperatures as the Queen missed another day of the famous sporting event. The Prince of Wales and Duchess of ...

But I wouldn’t be surprised to see her make an appearance later this week if she can. The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall again led the royal party, enjoying the atmosphere from the royal box and spending the day studying the form of the thoroughbreds. Royal Ascot racegoers have sweltered in scorching temperatures but the Queen missed another day of the famous sporting event.

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Milliner Rachel Ellis Oates’ multi-coloured headpiece, created with dozens of different-sized horse cutouts, is truly worthy of the Royal Ascot. Yee-haw. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. The wide-brimmed hat featured a blue rose and long ribbons that gave the future Queen Consort a rather jaunty look. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy policy and Terms of service apply. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy policy and Terms of service apply. What do horse racing fans and milliners have in common?

Perhaps the Queen will miss the race for only the third time during her entire reign, but Kyprios will not have to concern himself with that and he can take ...

He has cheekpieces on for the first time, but what is most interesting is that this will be his bow over 10 furlongs. The concluding Buckingham Palace Stakes (6.10) could go to Montassib, trained by Willie Haggas, whose stable superstar Baaeed lit up day one. He is about as close as you can get to a Gold Cup winner on pedigree. That defeat suggested the great stayer of the era may be vulnerable. The first Gold Cup, with a prize of 100 guineas, took place in 1807. erhaps the Queen will miss the race for only the third time during her entire reign, but Kyprios will not have to concern himself with that and he can take the iconic Gold Cup (4.20) on day three of Royal Ascot.

State Of Rest made every yard to win the Prince of Wales's Stakes, the feature race at Royal Ascot on Wednesday.

We really wanted to lead, he’s tough and he loves a fight. Demuro seemed poised to pick off the leader in the straight but when Crosse asked State Of Rest to lengthen, he soon opened up an advantage that Shahryar was clearly struggling to close. State Of Rest’s 5-1 victory here on Wednesday was another landmark, as O’Brien is the first person to both ride and train a Group One winner at Royal Ascot since the Pattern system was introduced in 1971.

State Of Rest (5/1) beat Bay Bridge and Grand Glory to win Prince Of Waless Stakes at Royal Ascot; trainer Joseph OBrien and jockey Shane Crosse celebrate ...

O'Brien said: "We knew coming here today that we had a live chance of winning the race and I'm just pleased that the horse has proved himself. This is what it is all about. Shane gave him a marvellous ride, he has only ridden a handful of races here. It is all we know. It was amazing, the perfect run around. Crosse, who was also celebrating his first Royal Ascot winner, told Sky Sports Racing: "It's surreal.