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Former cricket umpire Dickie Bird enjoys a joke with the Ascot Greencoats during the build-up to Friday's action

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There's a brisk wind blowing through the enclosures as the crowds once again begin to swell

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The colourful attire continues to brighten up the paddock with many racegoers enjoying a pre-race beverage

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The Queen is dressed all in blue as the cameras come out around the course for the Royal procession

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There are six races on the card for the chic dressers to enjoy, with the Coronation Stakes topping the bill

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La Chunga wins the six-furlong Albany Stakes to give jockey Jamie Spencer his 50th victory of the season

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There is a stewards' inquiry in the King Edward VII Stakes after Plea Bargain drifts left on his way to victory

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There is plenty going on between the action with just enough time for a quick chat on the phone

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Maids Causeway just manages to hold off Karen's Caper to win the Coronation Stakes in a thrilling climax

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A photo-finish is needed to decide the places but it's Maids Causeway who picks up the �140,000 prize