In pictures: Racegoers on first day of Royal Ascot

18 June 2024

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla attended the first day of Ascot
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More than 250,000 people are expected to attend the five-day event
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Striking headwear is often a focus for attendees
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The weather is expected to be warm and dry
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The event is as much a social gathering as a sport fixture
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It is the first of five days of splendour
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Ascot was founded by Queen Anne in 1711, who said it was ideal for "horses to gallop at full stretch"

Racegoers have gathered at the Ascot Racecourse for the first day of the glamorous racing fixture.

More than 250,000 racegoers are expected during the week at the Berkshire track.

The weather is expected to be warm and dry.

The event was founded by Queen Anne in 1711, and has since become as much a social occasion as a sporting event.

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