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Emma Shacklock

Queen Camilla's surprising three word response to Ascot comment shows a different side of her

Queen Camilla smiles as she attends day one of Royal Ascot 2026 at Ascot Racecourse on June 16, 2026.

If we ever needed more evidence that the Royal Family's approach has changed since Queen Elizabeth's reign, it was given to us on Day 1 of this year's Royal Ascot. King Charles and Queen Camilla arrived first in the horse-drawn carriage procession like usual and their interactions with the crowds in the parade ring were particularly interesting.

In a moment shared by a blogger and royal enthusiast, as per Hello!, King Charles apparently asked the people around him, "Have you been there for hours?" They admitted they had and after another person declared, "We have plenty of wine, though" Queen Camilla interjected, "That's the answer!"

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