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Eager racegoers anticipate a day of top quality racing on day two of the Royal Ascot festival

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Rock legend Rod Stewart and his girlfriend Penny Lancaster arrive for day two of the Royal Ascot festival

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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth arrives at Ascot, accompanied by the Duke of Edinburgh

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A Champagne breakfast and a lovely picnic - the perfect way to start the day at Royal Ascot

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As always a stunning selection of hats adds to the glamour for the festival's spectators

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American jockey Gary Stevens enjoys a surprise victory on Membership in the opening race on Wednesday

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Attraction is the first winning favourite of the meeting, romping to victory in the Queen Mary Stakes

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Winning jockey Kevin Darley helps Attraction see off the challenge of Catstar to finish three lengths clear

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As always the vibrant array of hats and dresses provides a real kaleidoscope of colour at the festival

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Nayaf leads the field on his way to winning the Group One Prince of Wales Stakes at Ascot

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Jockey Richard Hills celebrates after winning the Prince of Wales Stakes on 5-1 shot Nayef

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Prince Phillip presents the Royal Hunt Cup to Lord and Lady Vestey, after Macadamia wins the showcase race on Wednesday