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The History of the Royal Ascot
Of all the horse races that are held annually in the United Kingdom, none quite match the presitge that the Royal Ascot has manged to garner over the years. Founded by a horse-loving royal in the 18th century, many of the greatest feats in equestrian racing have happened here, making it a must-attend for fans of the sport. Want to learn more about the history of the Royal Ascot? Read on below...
Origins
Ascot was once little more than a scrubby heathland, but one day when Queen Anne was out on