Royal Ascot is back and with over 300,000 fans expected to flock to Berkshire for what looks to be another enthralling week of racing, it’ll be all eyes on the horses and jockeys. There are plenty of high-profile races throughout the week, including the prestigious annual Gold Cup on Thursday. With 30 races scheduled across the five-day meet, there will be plenty of horses to keep an eye on. We’ve decided to look at 10 stars who will take to the track over the coming days, you should keep an eye out for these!
The horses to watch out for at Royal Ascot
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