King Charles and Royals Lead 200th Ascot

At Royal Ascot 2024, King Charles III and Queen Camilla led the 200th anniversary carriage procession on both the first and second days, joined by other senior royals including Prince William, who participated in the procession and prize-giving. Princess Kate was notably absent as she continues her phased return to royal duties following her cancer treatment. The event also featured appearances by Zara and Mike Tindall, Princess Beatrice, the Duchess of Edinburgh, and royal associate Jonny Thompson with his new wife Olivia. Queen Camilla’s literacy initiative, The Queen’s Reading Room, received special attention during the celebrations. The King and Queen entered their horse, Reaching High, in the races, continuing the late Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy as passionate horse owners. The Royal Family’s participation highlighted both tradition and personal involvement in this major British social event.