A ‘rusty’ jonbon fights back in ‘funny’ race

This year’s Royal Ascot delivered on every level with extraordinary equines, blazing sunshine and buoyant crowds. This is what the sport is all about

One of the week’s big winners reaps an extra-special reward, another’s faith in their mount pays dividends, and a family’s breeding programme comes to the fore

A mighty stallion produces a coming-of-age grand prix performance under Anthony Condon and a teenager clears 7ft 3in to share the puissance spoils

A “fun” 15hh gelding scores in the area trial with a five-star eventer, two horses return from injury with a win and there’s a poignant victory for a “cheeky chap”

A six-year-old steps up with serious power, a para comeback ends in victory and a home-bred pony proves he’s one to watch

A small animal vet storms to a first win with her £700 purchase, while a former Badminton grassroots winner triumphs with new jockey