King Charles III and Queen Camilla have endured disappointment on the opening day of Royal Ascot as their horse, Reaching High, failed to back up his status as favorite in one of the big races.

The royal family is once again represented at the Royal Ascot horse racing event. On Wednesday, Prince William accompanies the King and Queen, while Kate had to cancel at short notice.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla's hopes were dashed on the opening day of Royal Ascot as their horse Reaching High finished a disappointing ninth in the Ascot Stakes. The royal couple watched from the racecourse as their sole runner on day one failed to deliver the £57,