A RACEGOER collapsed on the home straight at Royal Ascot as he was helped to leave the iconic event.
The man was leaving the track as his legs gave way after a warm and sunny day at the races yesterday.
JEREMY SELWYNThis unfortunate racegoer struggled to make his way out of Ascot after a long day on the course[/caption]
JEREMY SELWYNDespite support from his pals, his legs seemed to give way[/caption]
JEREMY SELWYNHe fell on the home stretch but seemed to be uninjured[/caption]
The unfortunate spectator, who was in morning dress and a bright pink shirt, was being helped out by some pals.
However, despite their best efforts, he dropped to his knees before lying flat on his back.
His friends checked he was ok before helping him back to his feet and moving on.
It comes as the races, which are attended by the King and Queen, kicked off in style yesterday.
Day Two, Ladies’ Day, is now underway and attendees have wowed in stunning dresses.
One visitor to the Berkshire racecourse certainly caught the eye with a brightly-coloured feathered hat.
And bright colours were the order of the day as the sunny weather rolled in just in time for the races.
A smattering of celebs have been spotted at the event this week, with Amanda Holden dubbed the “best-looking woman” there as she debuted a tight purple number yesterday.
The Britain’s Got Talent judge may face a challenge for that title as Sabrina Elba, actress and wife of movie star Idris, attended Ladies’ Day in an elegant, all-white ensemble.
However, the festival has not been without hiccups, as a steward was hospitalised after being kicked in the head by a horse.
On the course, world-famous jockey Frankie Dettori was slapped with a nine-day ban for careless riding.
He has since announced that he plans to appeal the ban and said: “I’ve got my lawyers on it.”
It is the first Ascot since the death of the late Queen, who was renowned for her love of horse racing.
Organisers paid a touching tribute to the beloved monarch, who attended almost every single event in her 70-year reign.
A collection of photos of the Queen on her many visits was displayed, including a picture dating back to 1960, when she was just 34 years old.
Bright colours were the order of the dayPA
The sunny weather rolled in just in time for the racesPA Read More