Queen Camilla - Endearingly appearing with ex-husband Andrew
The "King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes" at the prestigious Ascot Racecourse near Windsor Castle, where the royal residence is located, are among the most exclusive sporting events in Britain. During their reigns, this horse race was a fixed item in the calendar of Queen Elizabeth II (1926-2022) and also of King Charles (75) and Queen Camilla (77), who have been regular attendees in recent years.
Camilla's Surprising Encounter with Ex-Husband Andrew
This year, Camilla had to attend the renowned race meeting exceptionally without her husband. However, pictures from the event show that she found herself in loving company and seemed quite content. Before the start, she was warmly greeted with a kiss on the cheeks by her ex-husband Andrew Parker Bowles (84). The affectionate greeting reportedly caused amused smiles among the onlookers according to British media reports.
Camilla was tasked with presenting the coveted trophy at the end of the race. This year, the trophy went to French jockey Christophe Soumillon (43), who finished first with his horse Goliath. The presentation proved to be a little challenging as the queen, dressed elegantly in a blue-white floral dress, could not carry the heavy trophy alone. However, she could rely on the friendly assistance of a young nobleman who helped her in the fulfillment of her royal duties.
- Despite King Charles's absence, Queen Camilla attended the "King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes" at Ascot Racecourse with distinction, even sharing a fond moment with her ex-husband, Andrew Parker Bowles.
- The United Kingdom's horse racing community was abuzz with excitement when French jockey Christophe Soumillon claimed victory in the prestigious race at Ascot, hosted annually by King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
- Camilla displayed poise and grace as she presented the coveted trophy to Christophe Soumillon at Ascot, an event that was also graced by the presence of Elizabeth II, who delighted crowds with her elegance despite the challenge of carrying the heavy trophy.
- Even amidst the glamour and pomp of the high-profile horse racing event at Ascot, King Charles's love for his new wife, Queen Camilla, was evident in her journey, from her surprising encounter with her ex-husband to her triumphant presentation of the trophy.
