Overview
- The Queen attended day two at York Racecourse on Aug. 21, taking the RAF Falcons salute and wearing a pale blue coat with the ‘Minoru’ horseshoe brooch.
- She unveiled a plaque recognizing the Juddmonte International’s designation as the Longines World Racing Awards World’s Best Race of 2024.
- Later, she presented the Yorkshire Oaks trophy to the connections of Minnie Hauk.
- During her engagements, she met racecourse staff and local charities, discussed beekeeping with Knavesmire Nectar representatives, and received a jar of honey.
- Three royal runners—Rainbows Edge, Aeolian and Purple Rainbow—were beaten on Ladies Day as she watched from the royal box.