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Queen Camilla Marks 'World’s Best Race' at York’s Ebor Festival

The patron of York Racecourse paused her Balmoral break to maintain the royal family's visible role in British horseracing.

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Overview

  • She attended day two of the Ebor Festival on Thursday in York in her capacity as racecourse patron.
  • She unveiled a plaque recognizing the Juddmonte International as the Longines World Racing Awards’ World’s Best Race of 2024.
  • She took the salute from the RAF Falcons display team before the racing program began.
  • She presented the Yorkshire Oaks trophy to the connections of Minnie Hauk and met local charity representatives and beekeepers.
  • Three royal-owned runners — Rainbows Edge, Aeolian and Purple Rainbow — were beaten during the afternoon.