IT'S out with the tweed and in with the top hat, tails and high heels for racing's glitziest festival of the year. There really is nothing like Royal Ascot. Monarchs battle car salesmen for winners worth hundreds of thousands and the fastest, most ferocious thoroughbreds on the planet thunder down the famous straight at 45mph.
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uk The Pimms and lemonade flows early, Champagne corks are popped and millions upon millions is bet on 35 races over five fantastic days from Tuesday, June 18. Heck, even if you know nothing about horses and just like a day out then you'll be going to the sporting equivalent of London Fashion Week. Royal Ascot is the ultimate when it comes to glamour, serious cash and the prestige of winning in front of King Charles and Queen Camilla.
But if you fancy winning a few quid to pay for your drinks, it's worth getting to know a bit about how it all works. Here, we take a look at the key things to consider throughout the week. Who are the big jockeys and trainers? Frankie Dettori won't be racing at Ascot this year - instead he's joined our brilliant Sun Racing team with a da.
