The monarch and his wife prepared to cheer on Treasure in the Betfred Oaks at 4.30pm, rated eighth favourite by bookmakers at odds between 18/1 and 26/1.

They attended Epsom’s Ladies Day as fellow racegoers looked forward to seeing a royal runner bid for Classic glory after Treasure was declared for the Group 1 Oaks.

The prize money for today’s race totals £541,035 for the top six positions out of the 12 runners. A first prize of £311,905 will go to the winner – then £118,250 for second, £59,180 for third, £29,480 for fourth, £14,795 for fifth and £7,425 for sixth.

The owner normally receives about 75 per cent of a race’s prize money, while the remaining 25 per cent is generally split between the trainer (10 per cent), the jockey (10 per cent) and then the final 5 per cent to stable staff and racing charities.

Also today, Charles and Camilla presented a trophy after the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup, a race they watched from the stands which was won by 9-4 chance Luxembourg ridden by Ryan Moore, with 7-4 shot Emily Upjohn finishing fourth.

Treasure was bred by Elizabeth II and is a daughter of stallion Masterscraftsman and Shimmering Light, which was placed for the late monarch in two races in 2017.

Trainer Ralph Beckett said they ‘decided to have a go at the Oaks as the ground should be in her favour’, adding that he had been ‘very pleased with her progress’.

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King Charles and Camilla watch the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at Epsom Racecourse this afternoon on Ladies Day

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King Charles and Queen Camilla prepare to present the trophy to Luxembourg ridden by Ryan Moore after they won the 3/10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom this afternoon. Pictured left is Holland Cooper’s founder and managing director, Jade Holland Cooper

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King Charles waves to the crowds during his appearance at Epsom Downs Racecourse today

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the trophy to jockey Ryan Moore after he won the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup with Luxembourg on Ladies Day at Epsom Racecourse today

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King Charles and Camilla watch the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles arrives at Epsom Downs Racecourse this afternoon for Ladies Day

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King Charles and Queen Camilla prepare to present the trophy to Luxembourg ridden by Ryan Moore after they won the 3/10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom this afternoon

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King Charles and Camilla watch the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at Epsom Racecourse this afternoon on Ladies Day

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King Charles and Camilla watch the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles arrives at Epsom Downs Racecourse this afternoon for Ladies Day

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The Jockey Club director Sandy Dudgeon with King Charles III at Epsom this afternoon

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Queen Camilla arrives at Epsom Racecourse with Charles this afternoon on Ladies Day

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King Charles and Camilla watch the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles arrives at Epsom Downs Racecourse this afternoon for Ladies Day

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King Charles and Camilla watch the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles arrives at Epsom Downs Racecourse this afternoon for Ladies Day

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King Charles and Camilla watch the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles III smiles after the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom this afternoon

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Treasure on the way to winning on her racecourse debut at Nottingham on October 18, 2023

The handler also described Charles, 75, and Camilla, 76, as ‘such enthusiastic owners and it is great to be training such a nice filly for them who is running in a Classic’.

The race set off after a rendition of the national anthem, which was sang as the King and Queen watched on.

The King’s horse Treasure started off strong, settling in third position and standing out from the all brown pack in grey.

But he struggled to keep up with a strong pack and finished in eleventh place.

Elizabeth II landed five Classics in all, with Carrrozza her first Epsom Oaks heroine in 1957 before Dunfermline in 1977.

Dunfermline was the last to carry the royal colours to victory in a British Classic.

The horse won not only the Epsom Oaks but also the St Leger at Doncaster in what was Elizabeth II’s Silver Jubilee year.

Charles and Camilla enjoyed a memorable first Flat season last year, with Desert Hero winning at Royal Ascot before finishing third in the St Leger.

Treasure won on her racecourse debut at Nottingham in October last year before finishing fourth behind stablemate You Got To Me in the Lingfield Oaks Trial on her reappearance three weeks ago.

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King Charles and Camilla watch the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the trophy to jockey Ryan Moore after he won the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup with Luxembourg on Ladies Day at Epsom Racecourse today

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The Jockey Club director Sandy Dudgeon with King Charles III at Epsom this afternoon

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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King Charles waves to the crowds as he attends Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey today

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla attend the Derby Festival at Epsom Racecourse today

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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King Charles watches on at Epsom Downs Racecourse this afternoon on Ladies Day

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King Charles waves to the crowds as he attends Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey today

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla during the presentation for the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup on Ladies Day at Epsom Racecourse today

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King Charles arrives at Epsom Downs Racecourse this afternoon for Ladies Day

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King Charles III smiles after the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom this afternoon

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King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at Epsom Racecourse this afternoon on Ladies Day

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the trophy to trainer Aidan O’Brien after Luxembourg won the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup on Ladies Day at Epsom today

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King Charles III smiles after the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom this afternoon

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King Charles and Camilla watch the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at Epsom Racecourse this afternoon on Ladies Day

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King Charles III smiles after the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom this afternoon

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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King Charles III smiles after the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom this afternoon

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla in the grandstand on Ladies Day at Epsom Downs today

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King Charles arrives at Epsom Downs Racecourse this afternoon for Ladies Day

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the trophy to jockey Ryan Moore after he won the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup with Luxembourg on Ladies Day at Epsom Racecourse today

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King Charles and Camilla watch the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles waves to the crowds as he attends Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey today

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King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at Epsom Racecourse this afternoon on Ladies Day

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla in the grandstand on Ladies Day at Epsom Downs today

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King Charles III presents the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom Racecourse today

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King Charles attends Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey today on Ladies Day

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King Charles III presents the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom Racecourse today

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King Charles and Camilla watch the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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King Charles attends Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey today on Ladies Day

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King Charles arrives at Epsom Downs Racecourse this afternoon for Ladies Day

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King Charles waves to the crowds as he attends Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey today

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King Charles and Camilla watch the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

Mr Beckett was initially keen to wait until the Ribblesdale Stakes at Royal Ascot with Treasure.

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But a subsequent change of heart means she will join You Got To Me and the first and third from the Cheshire Oaks, Forest Fairy and Seaward, to give him a formidable quartet as he goes in search of a third victory in the race.

‘We had been thinking Treasure was more a filly for Royal Ascot this time last week, but with the way the ground is now at Epsom, we decided to have a go at the Oaks as the ground should be in her favour,’ said the Kimpton Downs handler.

‘I have been very pleased with her progress since her reappearance at Lingfield. The King and Queen are such enthusiastic owners and it is great to be training such a nice filly for them who is running in a Classic.’

Mr Beckett added: ‘It will be very exciting to have a runner in a Classic for the King and the Queen.’

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at Epsom Racecourse this afternoon on Ladies Day

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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King Charles III smiles following the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom this afternoon

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The Jockey Club director Sandy Dudgeon with King Charles III at Epsom this afternoon

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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King Charles attends Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey today on Ladies Day

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla in the grandstand on Ladies Day at Epsom Downs today

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King Charles III smiles following the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom this afternoon

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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King Charles and Camilla watch the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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King Charles III smiles following the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom this afternoon

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King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at Epsom Racecourse this afternoon on Ladies Day

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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King Charles III smiles following the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom this afternoon

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla in the grandstand on Ladies Day at Epsom Downs today

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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King Charles III smiles following the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom this afternoon

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King Charles attends Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey today on Ladies Day

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla in the grandstand on Ladies Day at Epsom Downs today

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King Charles III looking at the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom this afternoon

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla in the grandstand on Ladies Day at Epsom Downs today

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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Queen Camilla watches the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at Epsom Racecourse this afternoon on Ladies Day

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla in the grandstand on Ladies Day at Epsom Downs today

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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King Charles attends Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey today on Ladies Day

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla in the grandstand on Ladies Day at Epsom Downs today

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla present the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup today

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King Charles watches the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla in the grandstand on Ladies Day at Epsom Downs today

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King Charles arrives at Epsom Downs Racecourse this afternoon on Ladies Day

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla in the grandstand on Ladies Day at Epsom Downs today

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King Charles and Camilla watch the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles attends Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey today on Ladies Day

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla in the grandstand on Ladies Day at Epsom Downs today

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King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at Epsom Racecourse this afternoon on Ladies Day

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla in the grandstand on Ladies Day at Epsom Downs today

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Queen Camilla arrives at Epsom Downs Racecourse this afternoon on Ladies Day

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King Charles III and Queen Camilla in the grandstand on Ladies Day at Epsom Downs today

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King Charles and Camilla watch the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at Epsom Racecourse this afternoon on Ladies Day

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King Charles III presents the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom this afternoon

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King Charles arrives at Epsom Racecourse this afternoon on Ladies Day

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King Charles III presents the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom this afternoon

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King Charles and Camilla watch the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at Epsom Racecourse this afternoon on Ladies Day

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King Charles III smiles after the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom this afternoon

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King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at Epsom Racecourse this afternoon on Ladies Day

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King Charles watches the 3.10pm Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom today

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King Charles III smiles after the Holland Cooper Coronation Cup at Epsom this afternoon

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King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at Epsom Racecourse this afternoon on Ladies Day

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Queen Camilla arrives at Epsom Racecourse this afternoon on Ladies Day

John Warren, racing adviser for Charles and Camilla, is excited by the prospect of seeing the famous colours on show in the Oaks once more.

On the reasoning behind the decision to run at Epsom, he told Nick Luck’s Daily Podcast: ‘I think it was the piece of work she did on Saturday.

‘Ralph had never discounted her completely out of the Oaks because luckily there is a decent gap between the Oaks and the Ribblesdale this year.

‘It’s three weeks or 20 days or whatever, so the plan was in principle to go there (Royal Ascot), but with Ralph having such a good form line with the lovely fillies that he has in his yard at the moment, he was sort of getting the impression that she was just becoming a late burn as it were.

‘She’s a big, rangy filly, who did well as a two-year-old to win on her only start in very deep ground. She didn’t do it overly impressively, but did win well enough.

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A racegoer on Ladies Day of the Betfred Derby Festival at Epsom Downs Racecourse today

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A group of racegoers shelter under their umbrellas after they arrive at Epsom today

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Racegoers arrive for Ladies Day at Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey today as rain falls

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Racegoers pose for a selfie on Ladies Day at Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey this mornign

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Hold onto your hats, ladies! Racegoers were left battling the windy weather at today’s event

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Glamorous guests showcase their fashion prowess at the racecourse in Surrey today

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Armed police officers on Ladies Day at Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey this morning

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Two racegoers looked less than satisfied with the British weather as rain starts to fall in Surrey

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Racegoers on Ladies Day of the Betfred Derby Festival at Epsom Downs Racecourse today

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Glamorous racegoers don all their finery to descend on Epsom Racecourse this morning

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Ladies Day is the chance for racegoers to show off their style and creative flair at Epsom today

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Racegoers arriving for Ladies Day on the opening day of the Epsom Derby Festival today

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Two women beam as they pose with their cans of drink at Epsom Downs in Surrey today

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Two women pose with their hats during the Derby Festival at Epsom Downs Racecourse  today

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Racegoers arrive for Ladies Day at Epsom Downs Racecourse in Surrey today as rain falls

‘This spring she has developed into a pretty imposing, impressive, physical. And as she started to mature in the spring, Ralph started talking about Oaks trials rather than novices or what have you so she’s progressed really well.

‘She’s unexposed and is one we are very much looking forward to and in particular on that little piece of work she did. It was only over six furlongs, so what can you say in real terms? But she worked impressively enough on Saturday, so Ralph thought with three weeks before the Ribblesdale, why not give it a go?’

Warren feels underfoot conditions will suit Treasure, who will be ridden by James Doyle, but admitted to having doubts about whether her stamina will stand up to the test of the mile and a half.

He added: ‘I think we’ve been looking forward to watching the weather forecast very closely because she won on heavy and her action would make you think that she will probably enjoy a bit of cut in the ground.

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Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Charles watch at Epsom Downs Racecourse on June 2, 1993

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Prince Charles and Diana, Princess of Wales with Princess Anne at Epsom on June 4, 1986

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Elizabeth II leading in her Epsom Oaks winner Carrozza with Lester Piggott on June 7, 1957

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Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Charles at the Epsom Derby with the Royal Family in 1979

‘If you take the favourite (Ylang Ylang) out of it, who is very high-class, a lot of the remainder are not dissimilar to her in that they are young and unexposed horses who are just maturing and I guess there’s always hope when you see something.

‘She looked as if she was going to give them a good run for their money at Lingfield, but then just fell in a bit of a heap and I think she really needed that race.

‘We’re realistic to know that it’s an open race and she’s a 16-1 shot or whatever she is, but the biggest concern is whether she is a genuine stayer or not.

‘In the 14 family members that make up her immediate family, only two in the third generation, Darshaan and Dubawi’s dam, stayed a mile and a half at that level, so she’s not particularly bred to be a proper galloper over a mile and a half.

‘That was the only thing at Lingfield as when she looked busy she then just slightly tailed off a bit in the last 150 yards. Was it a matter of the complete fitness or was it a matter of not being a proper, genuine, staying mile-and-a-half filly?’

Sergio Perez has signed a contract extension to remain at Red Bull until the end of the 2026 season.

The 34-year-old Mexican has proven a decent No 2 to Max Verstappen and was always firm favourite to hold on to the seat.

Perez’s continuing role represents a thread of stability after a turbulent few months off-track at the world championship-winning team.

Perez, a five-time race winner, who helped clinch Red Bull’s first one-two in the drivers’ standings last year, said he had ‘full trust’ in the organisation and wanted to repay their faith in him. ‘My future is bright here,’ he added.

Red Bull opted to not to move for Carlos Sainz, who is available following Lewis Hamilton‘s move to Ferrari at the start of next season.

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Sergio Perez has signed a contract extension to remain at Red Bull until the end of the 2026 season

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Red Bull principal Christian Horner (left) hailed the robust partnership of the Mexican and three-time world champion Verstappen (right)

The news of Perez’s extension comes amid a recent slump which culminated in him crashing out on the first lap of the Monaco after qualifying 16th. The previous two races saw him finish fourth and eighth respectively.

Team principal Christian Horner hailed the ‘robust partnership’ of Perez and Verstappen, while acknowledging that the past few races have been ‘tough’.

‘Continuity and stability are important for the team and both Checo and Max [Verstappen] are a successful and robust partnership.’ He said.

‘The past few races have been tough, there is convergence on the grid, but we are confident in Checo and look forward to his return to proven form and performance, that we so often see.’

Perez has not won a race since the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in April 2023, the Austrian manufacturer winning all but one race last season.

Formula One will hand out points to the top 12 finishers in races from next season if a controversial revamp is approved on Thursday.

It would extend the old way of rewarding the top 10 drivers, itself an evolution from a previous scoring system that acknowledged the top six.

It is understood that the leading teams are considering whether to support the move, which is up before the F1 Commission in Geneva, though most of will ‘attend’ remotely.

The proposed move would then need the approval of the FIA’s World Motor Sport Council.

The idea has been mooted before and discarded, and may be again, though there is a greater desire to create interest down the field in a world championship in which the top five teams – Red Bull, Ferrari, McLaren, Mercedes and Aston Martin – have dominated.

World Champion Max Verstappen (above) has won 38 of the last 49 races in Formula One

The top five teams in F1 have dominated the world championship this season

None of the rest of the constructors have scored a point in the opening five races.

‘Even the bottom five teams are large organisations and it’s very difficult to explain to the outside world, to our partners, and to our fans, that we battle for P11 but it actually gains zero points,’ says Laurent Mekies, team principal of the Racing Bulls team, the old AlphaTauri. The Frenchman is a chief proponent of the proposal.

Several traditionalists are opposed to the idea.

Former racer Martin Brundle, now Sky’s top pundit who won 98 points under the old scoring system in the Eighties and Nighties, said: ‘Formula One world championship points must be hard won and treasured. Valued. It’s not some kind of lucky dip, where everyone wins a prize.’

F1. Three-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen has Ƅeen named to the 2024 Time 100 list, Time Magazine’s annual selection of the world’s 100 most influential people.

Max Verstappen won 19 out of the 22 races on the 2023 F1 calendar. He clinched his third Formula 1 World Championship title in the process, setting record after record.

His achieʋements oʋer the past three F1 seasons haʋe thus secured him a spot on this year’s Time 100 list, which includes gloƄal leaders, writers, artists, and other gloƄal icons across a range of fields.

Verstappen joins a list of athletes who haʋe made their mark this year, such as Kansas City Chiefs quarterƄack Patrick Mahomes, rugƄy star Siya Kolisi who led South Africa to ʋictory in the 2023 RugƄy World Cup, and Jenni Hermoso, who won the 2023 Women’s World Cup with Spain.

Sean Gregory, Time’s chief sports correspondent, wrote that: Verstappen is so confident Ƅehind the wheel that he was aƄle to keep an eye on the screens around the track to follow the Ƅattle Ƅehind him during at least one race.

The Time 100 officially Ƅegan in 1999. The selection of memƄers who appear on this year’s list will Ƅe inʋited to a summit on April 24 and a gala on May 15, although it is not known whether Verstappen will attend either eʋent giʋen his Ƅusy schedule with the ongoing Formula 1 season.

Among the other results oƄtained Ƅy Verstappen during his F1 career, there are 57 race wins, 36 pole positions, as well as his record for precocity Ƅy Ƅecoming the youngest F1 driʋer at the age of 17, when he made his racing deƄut in 2015 for Toro Rosso.

When Verstappen joined Red Bull in 2016, he won his first race for the Milton Keynes team at the Spanish Grand Prix, then unexpectedly Ƅeat Lewis Hamilton for the title in a controʋersial confrontation for the 2021 championship in AƄu DhaƄi.

Verstappen is not the only Formula 1 driʋer to haʋe Ƅeen on the Time 100 list: Hamilton was included as one of the influential figures Ƅy the American magazine in 2020, while the seʋen-time champion Michael Schumacher was part of the list in 2005.

At 25 years old, Max Verstappen has achieʋed it all, with the prospect of more. With his career in line, he is also lucky to haʋe a stable and loʋely relationship with Kelly Piquet, and more importantly, her daughter, Penelope. Haʋing made his intentions of haʋing a family clear, Verstappen recently opened up aƄout Ƅeing the father figure in little P’s life.

Verstappen and Piquet had made their relationship official early in 2021. Since then the puƄlic has witnessed their Ƅond grow into a Ƅeautiful relationship with Piquet there to support the Red Bull champion at almost eʋery race weekend.

Complete with romantic getaways and post-race PDA, what has stood out has Ƅeen Verstappen’s Ƅond with Penelope. Bringing out the soft side to the rough and aggressiʋe Verstappen with tea parties and swimming lessons.

Thus the couple wants to eʋentually start a family together. Piquet had commented, “Personally, I would like to haʋe more 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥ren.” Eʋen the F1 wunderkind hopes to haʋe 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥ren one day. “I definitely want kids and if they want to race, that’s fine.”

Max Verstappen on Ƅeing Penelope’s fatherIn a recent interʋiew with SkySports, Verstappen was asked aƄout his place as a father in Penelope’s life. Although P’s father is former F1 driʋer Daniil Kyʋat, Verstappen has played a prominent role in her life oʋer the last three years.

“It’s not really my role that I think I haʋe, Ƅut somehow I do my Ƅest to try to Ƅe in some way.” Verstappen explains what this entails, “OƄʋiously at first you neʋer know how it will go Ƅecause it’s all new to you, now I’m more serene and it’s a lot of fun to haʋe her around.”

The dynamic duo of P and Verstappen has won the hearts of fans since day one. With Verstappen admitting to haʋing a fun Ƅond with the 4-year-old, it’s exciting to see where this little family goes in the future.

Kelly Piquet keeps Penelope away from Verstappen’s GP weekendsWhile P and Verstappen haʋe had an unbreakaƄle Ƅond, she is neʋer spotted cheering on her Ƅest friend during a race weekend. Her mother makes it ʋery clear why she hasn’t Ƅeen spotted on the paddock just yet.

As the daughter of an F1 driʋer herself, Piquet has had the first-hand experience of Ƅeing a 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥 on the paddock. But with today’s paparazzi and fans flooding the circuits, she chooses to protect her daughter.

Therefore, she has a good reason. “I haʋen’t taken P to races yet, she hasn’t asked for one yet and I’d rather keep her away from photographers for now.”

Howeʋer, this doesn’t mean it is completely off the table. “If she asks, I might take her one day when it’s not too Ƅusy.” With Verstappen haʋing a stellar season, surely it would Ƅe great to see Penelope’s face Ƅefore his podium celebrations as well. There’s always time in the future.

Max Verstappen Thanks Girlfriend Kelly Piquet’s Daughter Penelope for Keeping Him Punctual With His Daily Routine

Max Verstappen has an outstanding relationship with his girlfriend Kelly Piquet’s daughter, Penelope. The two seem to haʋe an adoraƄle Ƅond and Penelope is often also seen in seʋeral of the Dutchman’s videos. Verstappen has now reʋealed how Penelope also helps him remain punctual despite her tender age.

In a recent interʋiew with the Telegraaf (as quoted Ƅy Nini), Verstappen said, “It is no longer possiƄle that I am lying in Ƅed until 10 in the morning. When they are awake, I also wake up at some point and start my day. Sometimes to train with Rupert (his performance coach), sometimes for sim racing, then for another appointment with Raymond (his manager)“.

Verstappen then also laƄeled Penelope as an “automatic alarm” clock. The 26-year-old Ƅelieʋes that the only time he now needs to set an alarm is when he is away from home for race weekends.

Verstappen seems to haʋe such a strong relationship with Penelope eʋen though he is not her father. Penelope is the daughter of his girlfriend, Kelly Piquet, and her former partner, Daniil Kʋyat. Verstappen understands this fact well and once also reʋealed that he hopes that Penelope can continue to haʋe a strong relationship with Kʋyat.

“I’m not the father, that’s not the aim. It’s always ʋery important that she has a good relationship with her own father, which she has,” Verstappen once explained in an interʋiew with Time.com. Despite the same, Penelope is one of Verstappen’s Ƅiggest supporters and also attended the Australian and Japanese GP earlier this year to watch him race.

Max Verstappen was delighted he won Japanese GP for PenelopeAfter Penelope witnessed him suffer a DNF in Australia, Max Verstappen was determined to set the record straight. During the ʋery next race in Japan, he cruised to ʋictory.

Fortunately, for him, Penelope was in attendance again. Verstappen Ƅelieʋes Penelope needed to see him win or else she might feel that she brings Ƅad luck for him.

Verstappen’s win at Suzuka was his third win of the 2024 season. He can now make it four wins from fiʋe if he wins Sunday’s Chinese GP, a race he starts on pole.

The high-pressure world of Formula 1 racing is known for its intense competition and rivalries between drivers. However, it’s not always serious business on the track. In a lighthearted moment at the Monaco Grand Prix, Max Verstappen found himself on the receiving end of some playful teasing from fellow driver Daniel Ricciardo. The target? Verstappen’s resemblance to Sid the Sloth, a beloved character from the movie Ice Age.

The Incident:During a press conference leading up to the race, Daniel Ricciardo couldn’t resist poking fun at Max Verstappen’s appearance, comparing him to Sid the Sloth. With a mischievous grin, Ricciardo playfully pointed out the similarities, jokingly suggesting that Verstappen could consider a career in animation if racing didn’t work out.

Verstappen’s Reaction:Max Verstappen, known for his competitive spirit, took the remark in good humor. He laughed along with the crowd and didn’t shy away from the light-hearted banter. Verstappen, known for his quick wit, retorted with a playful comeback, indicating that he might have to watch the Ice Age movies again to fully appreciate the comparison.

The Aftermath:The playful exchange between Max Verstappen and Daniel Ricciardo quickly made headlines, spreading across social media platforms and delighting fans. The lighthearted moment showcased the camaraderie and friendly rivalry that can exist between drivers, even in the midst of intense competition.

Conclusion:While the world of Formula 1 is often focused on fierce battles for victory, it’s refreshing to see moments of levity and camaraderie among the drivers. Max Verstappen’s good-natured response to being compared to Sid the Sloth by Daniel Ricciardo at the Monaco Grand Prix added a touch of humor to the event, reminding everyone that even the most talented and dedicated athletes can appreciate a light-hearted joke. Ultimately, it highlighted the fun and human side of the sport that fans can enjoy alongside the high-speed action on the track.

Title: Max Verstappen: 10 Unbelievable Secrets You MUST KNOW About Max!

Introduction:Max Verstappen, one of the most talented and dynamic drivers in Formula 1, has captured the attention of racing enthusiasts worldwide with his exceptional skills and daring maneuvers on the track. Beyond his impressive racing career, there are intriguing aspects of Verstappen’s life that have remained relatively unknown. In this article, we reveal 10 unbelievable secrets about Max Verstappen that every fan must know.

Youngest Driver in Formula 1 History:One of the most astounding facts about Max Verstappen is that he made his debut in Formula 1 at the age of 17, becoming the youngest driver ever to compete in the sport. His remarkable talent and maturity at such a young age have earned him widespread recognition.
Racing Runs in the Family:Max Verstappen comes from a racing family. His father, Jos Verstappen, was a successful Formula 1 driver himself. Growing up in this environment undoubtedly influenced Max’s passion for motorsports.
Dual Nationality:Max Verstappen holds dual nationality. He was born in Belgium to a Belgian mother and a Dutch father, allowing him the option to represent either country in international competitions. Ultimately, he chose to race under the Dutch flag.
Natural Sporting Talent:Max Verstappen’s racing prowess is not limited to Formula 1. He has showcased his natural sporting talent in other disciplines as well, including karting, where he achieved numerous victories and championships.
Language Skills:In addition to his racing abilities, Verstappen is multilingual. He speaks Dutch, English, French, German, and Spanish fluently, which allows him to communicate effectively with teams, sponsors, and fans from around the world.
Record-Breaking Victories:Verstappen holds several records in Formula 1. He became the youngest driver to win a Grand Prix at the age of 18, and he also holds the record for the most race wins before turning 21.
Fearless Overtaker:Max Verstappen is renowned for his fearless overtaking skills. His bold and audacious moves on the track have earned him a reputation as an exceptional overtaker, thrilling fans with his daring maneuvers.
Competitive Karting Career:Before joining Formula 1, Verstappen had a highly successful karting career. He achieved numerous victories and championships, showcasing his exceptional talent from a young age.
Passion for Sim Racing:Verstappen’s love for racing extends beyond the real track. He is an avid sim racer and has participated in virtual racing events, proving his dedication to the sport even in the digital realm.
Charitable Work:While Verstappen’s focus is primarily on racing, he is also actively involved in charitable endeavors. He has supported various causes and foundations, using his platform to make a positive impact on society.

Conclusion:Max Verstappen’s journey in Formula 1 is filled with remarkable achievements, hidden talents, and a passion for racing that knows no bounds. These 10 unbelievable secrets shed light on the multifaceted nature of this extraordinary driver, providing fans with a deeper understanding of the man behind the helmet. Max Verstappen continues to captivate the racing world, leaving us eagerly anticipating his future accomplishments on and off the track.

Introduction:In the fast-paced world of Formula 1 racing, time management is crucial. Drivers must adhere to strict schedules and be punctual for various commitments. Max Verstappen, the talented racing prodigy, has found an unexpected source of punctuality in his girlfriend Kelly Piquet’s daughter, Penelope. In this article, we explore how Penelope’s influence has helped Verstappen stay on track and be timely.

The Role of Penelope:Penelope, the daughter of Kelly Piquet, has become an integral part of Max Verstappen’s life. While not his biological daughter, Verstappen has embraced his role as a positive influence and mentor to Penelope. In a surprising turn of events, Penelope’s presence has had a profound impact on Verstappen’s punctuality.

Keeping Verstappen on Track:Verstappen acknowledges that Penelope’s presence has helped him develop a stronger sense of time management. With her youthful enthusiasm and natural inclination for routines, Penelope has unintentionally become Verstappen’s timekeeper. Her reminders and eagerness to stick to schedules have contributed to Verstappen’s increased punctuality both on and off the track.

A Heartwarming Bond:The bond between Verstappen and Penelope goes beyond their shared interest in punctuality. They have developed a genuine connection, built on mutual respect and affection. Verstappen often expresses gratitude for the positive influence Penelope has had on his life, including his ability to manage time effectively.

Setting an Example:Verstappen’s appreciation for Penelope’s impact extends beyond his personal life. He recognizes the importance of being a role model for young fans who look up to him. By demonstrating the value of punctuality and showing gratitude for Penelope’s influence, Verstappen sets a positive example for aspiring racers and individuals in all walks of life.

Conclusion:Max Verstappen’s journey in Formula 1 has been shaped not only by his exceptional talent but also by unexpected influences in his personal life. Penelope, Kelly Piquet’s daughter, has inadvertently become Verstappen’s timekeeper, helping him enhance his punctuality. Their heartwarming bond serves as a reminder of the positive impact relationships can have on personal growth and professional success. As Verstappen continues to excel on the track, he credits Penelope for instilling in him the importance of keeping time, a lesson that extends far beyond the racing world.

Lewis Hamilton has been offered the chance to finish his career at Ferrari with the greatest car designer in history, after Adrian Newey plunged Red Bull into further chaos by apparently leaving the scandal-stricken team.

It remains unclear whether Newey, 65, will join Ferrari, the team Hamilton will move to from Mercedes next year.

But despite desperate moves at Red Bull as dusk fell to keep hold of Newey, the game there appears to be up — a massive blow to team principal Christian Horner as he clings to his job after accusations of sending 𝑠e𝑥ually explicit messages to a female member of staff.

Mail Sport understands Newey is disillusioned with the political upheaval at Red Bull. There is a power-play taking place behind the scandal that has convulsed the team in recent months.

It is also believed, though unconfirmed, that Newey and his wife Amanda have been looking to move to Italy.

Red Bull’s chief technical officer Adrian Newey has reportedly told the team that he wants to leave

It comes with the team’s season overshadowed by allegations made towards Christian Horner

If Newey jumped ship to Ferrari, he would link up with Lewis Hamilton for the 2025 season

Red Bull insist Newey is ‘under contract to the end of 2025’.

Newey is known as one of the greatest designers in Formula 1 history and holds the brains behind 13 World Championship titles – six constructors’ crowns and seven for drivers.

Horner was accused of ‘inappropriate behaviour’ by a female employee ahead of the 2024 season.

An internal investigation cleared him of ‘coercive behaviour’ but a bombshell email the next day purported to throw fresh light on the situation.

A day after the internal investigation cleared him, hundreds of messages allegedly from Horner – some 𝑠e𝑥ual – were spilled to the media and F1 powerhouses, but Red Bull affirmed he would not be sacked and his accuser was suspended.

The bombshell email contained 79 documents, including hundreds of messages, many of them of a 𝑠e𝑥ual nature.

The anonymous sender copied in leading people in the sport, such as FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem and F1 chief executive Stefano Domenicali, as well as accredited media gathered in Bahrain for the scandal-ridden opening race of the season.

His accuser has since appealed the verdict of the investigation which exonerated him.

Newey has been with Red Bull since 2006 and helped them to win 13 titles with his expert designing skills

Horner – pictured with his wife, Geri Halliwell, a former Spice Girl – was accused of ‘inappropriate behaviour’ by a female employee but cleared by an internal investigation

As of March, Newey was reportedly in ‘advanced talks’ to join Ferrari. He is also understood to have an offer from Aston Martin, the team of Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll.

Before joining Red Bull, he had success with both Williams and McLaren.

In total, Newey-designed cars have won twelve constructors’ and thirteen drivers’ championships.