BBC outside broadcast cameras bring you four races on the first day of this great racing and social occasion, with the traditional Royal Drive down the course, and record prize money during the week of over £385,000.
2.30 The Queen Anne Stakes (1m)
3.5 The Prince of Wales Stakes (1m 2f)
Hawaiian Sound, placed in two 1978 classic races, will be a strong favourite to give American Steve Cauthen a first winning ride at the Royal Meeting.
3.45 The Ascot Stakes (Handicap 2m)
4.20 The Coventry Stakes (6f)
Introduced by Julian Wilson
Fashions described by Eve Pollard
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