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The Queen Consort indulged her love of horseracing as she attended Ascot, but her husband’s runner King’s Lynn failed to secure victory at the famous ground.

Camilla smiled as she arrived for the QIPCO British Champions Day on Saturday, wearing a navy blue and white dress and coat by Bruce Oldfield, with a Philip Treacy hat.

The King’s horse – named King’s Lynn – finished 10th in the QIPCO British Champions Sprint Stakes in the early afternoon.

Ahead of the race, Camilla was seen speaking to trainer Andrew Balding and jockey David Probert.

The Queen Consort indulged her love of horseracing as she attended Ascot, but her husband's runner King's Lynn failed to secure victory at the famous ground

The Queen Consort indulged her love of horseracing as she attended Ascot, but her husband’s runner King’s Lynn failed to secure victory at the famous ground

Camilla, 75, chose a chic black-and-white midi dress for the special occasion in Berkshire this afternoon

Camilla, 75, chose a chic black-and-white midi dress for the special occasion in Berkshire this afternoon 

The Queen Consort wore a matching black-and-white coat and dress for British Champions Day at Ascot

The Queen Consort wore a matching black-and-white coat and dress for British Champions Day at Ascot

The royal made winning trophy presentations, and also presented the QIPCO British Champions Series Hall of Fame medal to retired jockey Willie Carson.

Carson threw his hands in the air in celebration and grinned widely.

Camilla, 75, chose a chic black-and-white midi dress for the special occasion in Berkshire this afternoon.

The A-Line garment featured a V-neck cut and white bodice that perfectly matched her coat’s pristine collar.

Braving the temperamental British weather, the future Queen finished off her look with a linen-blend matching hat, opaque tights and black suede heels.

The royal made winning trophy presentations, and also presented the QIPCO British Champions Series Hall of Fame medal to retired jockey Willie Carson

The royal made winning trophy presentations, and also presented the QIPCO British Champions Series Hall of Fame medal to retired jockey Willie Carson

Finishing off her look, Camilla styled her blonde hair in her signature waves and wore her four-stand pearl choker with a round diamond clasp.

A hugely passionate racing fan, Camilla is attending the last events in the sporting calendar year this afternoon. 

Last month, the Mail on Sunday reported that Camilla is set take over the reins from the late Queen as the Royal figurehead of horse-racing – a passion she shared with her mother-in-law.

A senior racing source said: ‘I think now it will be Camilla – she will be the figurehead. The plan has always been that Charles and Camilla would take on the legacy.

The Queen Consort spoke with John Warren (left) and Sir Francis Brooke (right) before the races began this afternoon

The Queen Consort spoke with John Warren (left) and Sir Francis Brooke (right) before the races began this afternoon

Camilla appeared in good spirits as she chatted with the two men during the day out earlier this afternoon

Camilla appeared in good spirits as she chatted with the two men during the day out earlier this afternoon

Camilla appeared in good spirits as she chatted with the two men during the day out earlier this afternoon 

Umbrellas at the ready! Camilla came prepared for rain with her matching umbrella

Umbrellas at the ready! Camilla came prepared for rain with her matching umbrella

The Queen Consort wore a linen hat which perfectly matched her coat and dress

The Queen Consort (pictured arriving at Ascot this afternoon) is expected to become the Royal Family's royal racing figurehead

The Queen Consort (pictured arriving at Ascot this afternoon) is expected to become the Royal Family’s royal racing figurehead

‘Camilla obviously adores horses and is hugely passionate about racing. 

‘She really loves it, particularly Cheltenham – the jumps. I think there’s a pretty clear plan, given the Queen’s passion and love for racehorses.’ 

Camilla has long had a passion for horses, being a keen rider. She is president of the Ebony Horse Club – a riding charity.

Back in January 2021, during a chat with Charlie Mackesy – author of best-selling book The Boy, The Mole, The Fox And The Horse – Camilla revealed how she spent her childhood doodling horses.

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Charles and Camilla are committed to ensuring the continued success of Royal Ascot in Berkshire.

The King has inherited about 24 racehorses and some 80 brood mares plus the Sovereign’s racing colours: purple body with gold braid, scarlet sleeves and black velvet cap with gold trim.

Ascot chic! Glamorous racegoers opted for statement headbands as they braved the temperamental British weather

Ascot chic! Glamorous racegoers opted for statement headbands as they braved the temperamental British weather

Organza bows were all the rage among Ascot's racegoers this afternoon

This glamorous racegoer offset her vintage Chanel-inspired blazer with a bright blue hat

Bringing the glamour! Ascot racegoers pulled out all the stops for the final event in the sporting 2022 calendar

The Princess Royal and Zara Tindall may wish to have first pickings of the mares but their main interest is eventing horses not racehorses.

Glamorous Ascot attendees pulled out all the stops this afternoon for the final engagement in the racing calendar this year.

Statement headbands were all the rage among fashion fans – with organza bows being the most popular style.

Meanwhile, other guests braved the cloudy weather by wrapping up in fur gilets and blazers before bidding goodbye to the races for another year.

Bold prints: This glamorous trio rocked stunning paisley prints with their designer handbags

Bold prints: This glamorous trio rocked stunning paisley prints with their designer handbags

This stunning racegoer braved the weather in a blush blazer

This Ascot attendee wrapped up warm in a fur gilet

Braving the cold: fashionable Ascot didn’t let the changeable weather stand in the way of their stunning ensembles 

Although King Charles was a keen amateur jockey in the 1980s, his involvement has been nominal – leaving space for his wife to become the Royal Family’s racing figurehead.

Today’s appearance from Camilla comes after it emerged royal palace aides are reportedly hoping to quietly drop ‘Consort’ from Queen Consort Camilla’s title ahead of King Charles’ coronation in May 2023.

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The decision will ultimately be dependent on how warmly the public accepts Camilla as she steps into her new role over the coming months.

Queen Elizabeth II publicly announced at her Platinum Jubilee in February Camilla would receive the title of Queen Consort when Charles acceded the throne.

Finishing off her look, Camilla styled her blonde hair in her signature waves and wore her four-stand pearl choker with a round diamond clasp

Finishing off her look, Camilla styled her blonde hair in her signature waves and wore her four-stand pearl choker with a round diamond clasp

The Queen Consort appeared in high spirits as she arrived at the racecourse this afternoon (pictured)

The Queen Consort appeared in high spirits as she arrived at the racecourse this afternoon (pictured) 

Today's appearance from Camilla comes after it emerged royal palace aides are reportedly hoping to quietly drop 'Consort' from Queen Consort Camilla's title ahead of King Charles' coronation in May 2023

Today's appearance from Camilla comes after it emerged royal palace aides are reportedly hoping to quietly drop 'Consort' from Queen Consort Camilla's title ahead of King Charles' coronation in May 2023

Today’s appearance from Camilla comes after it emerged royal palace aides are reportedly hoping to quietly drop ‘Consort’ from Queen Consort Camilla’s title ahead of King Charles’ coronation in May 2023 

The future Queen finished off her ensemble with black suede heels and a four-strand pearl choker

The future Queen finished off her ensemble with black suede heels and a four-strand pearl choker

And speaking after his mother’s death last month, the new Monarch referred to his wife as such, stating: ‘I count on the loving help of my darling wife, Camilla. In recognition of her own loyal public service since our marriage seventeen years ago, she becomes my Queen Consort.’

But a new report from The Telegraph suggests aides would be more than happy to drop ‘Consort’ from the title if there is public appetite to do so.

 A source told the publication there is hope of a natural transition in which the public and the press begin adopting the simpler, shortened ‘Queen Camilla’ title.

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