King and Queen attend Royal Ascot in warm weather
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 2:39 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
King Charles and Queen Camilla made their third appearance at Royal Ascot on Friday, as the five-day festival heads towards its conclusion on Saturday. The event has drawn about 290,000 attendees, with temperatures reaching as high as 27C. The royal couple was seen arriving in a carriage, joined by other notable guests, including composer Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber. Racegoers coped with the heat, with bottled water provided, while some opted for handheld fans to stay cool. The final day of races is scheduled for Saturday.
- •King Charles and Queen Camilla attended their third day at Royal Ascot.
- •About 290,000 attendees expected by festival's close on Saturday.
- •Temperatures reached 27C, leading to racegoer discomfort.
- •Bottled water provided as a respite during the heat.
- •Final day of the five-day festival is Saturday.
- 2:39 PMYahoo Sports — In pictures: King and Queen enjoy sunny Royal Ascot
"The five-day festival, which attracts world-class riders and horses, closes on Saturday.
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