Overview

• The Princess of Wales was removed at the last minute from the day-two attendance list, Kensington Palace citing her need to find the right balance following cancer treatment.
• Prince William assumed her place in the second carriage, later presenting the trophy in the Prince of Wales Stakes.
• King Charles and Queen Camilla hosted guests including Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling in the royal box on the opening day.
• Carole Middleton was joined by Alizee Thevenet, representing the Princess’s family in her absence.
• This year’s meeting celebrates the 200th anniversary of the Royal Procession tradition dating back to George IV’s reign.