The Queen watched the Epsom Derby in her “comfy clothes” as 40 of Her Majesty’s past and present jockeys formed a guard of honour in celebration of her Platinum Jubilee.
The 96-year-old monarch was forced to miss the world’s greatest flat race after deciding to rest up in time for tomorrow’s grand finale pageant in London.
It is hoped the Queen will appear at the end of the incredible extravaganza through the streets of London, with her three heirs princes Charles, William and eight-year-old Prince George - as well as the Duchesses of Cornwall and Cambridege - to say thank you to the nation.