In the past, Queen Elizabeth II was the patron of the Jockey Club for 68 years before she died in 2022. The organization now appointed the King and Queen as patrons. Both royals are honorary members of the club, with the King being a member since 1980 and the Queen beginning in 2015. In addition, Queen Camilla is the president of the Ebony Horse Club and patron of the National Stud.
Because of their shared passion for horse racing and breeding, the King and Queen Elizabeth II took over Queen Elizabeth II’s bloodstock holdings after her death. Thus, they became joint owners in February of last year.
Royal Ascot this summer was a prime example of this, as the King and Queen were seen celebrating Desert Hero’s victory in the King George V Stakes, their first appearance at the race.
King and Queen as Patrons of the Jockey Club
“It is with great honor that we welcome your Majesties as joint patrons of the Jockey Club,” remarked Sandy Dudgeon, senior steward of the organization. According to horse betting platform experts, their years of dedication to and support of equestrian sports have been greatly appreciated. Also, last year’s triumph at Royal Ascot was an immense delight for the racing community in Britain and worldwide. Sportsbook pay per head companies joined in the celebration.
After showing a good response to therapy for prostate cancer, King Charles was declared last week to be returning to public-facing responsibilities. Doctors diagnosed the cancer in February,
The King’s presence at Royal Ascot this year is still in the air, although rumor is that he would love to spend a day there. Once known as the King’s Stand Stakes, this year’s event marks the debut of the Group 1 King Charles III Stakes.
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