King Charles, Camilla shine at Royal Ascot amid royal absences
Key takeaways
- Add ARY News on Google AAResize King Charles III and Queen Camilla led the charge to kick off Royal Ascot 2026, stepping out for the traditional first day of the prestigious racing event on Tuesday, 16 June.
- The opening day also saw a milestone event with the first Royal Ascot appearance for Peter Phillips – son of the Princess Royal – with his wife, Harriet Sperling following their recent wedding.
- The first day of Royal Ascot was undoubtedly a hive of high-society and thrilling racing action but fans could not help but spot a few key members of the Royal Family missing from the Royal enclosure.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize King Charles III and Queen Camilla led the charge to kick off Royal Ascot 2026, stepping out for the traditional first day of the prestigious racing event on Tuesday, 16 June. The couple set a triumphant tone, embarking on the traditional carriage procession with all their customary cheer for the world famous event.
Their Majesties led a magnificent carriage procession down the course, accompanied by the Duke and Duchess of Wellington to mark the start of the famous five-day event, followed by Princess Anne, the Princess Royal who has become a constant in equestrian British events.
The opening day also saw a milestone event with the first Royal Ascot appearance for Peter Phillips – son of the Princess Royal – with his wife, Harriet Sperling following their recent wedding.