09/03/2021. (UK) Ascot Racecourse: More Than Ever – Return Of Spectators – £6 MILLION PRIZE MONEY AT ROYAL ASCOT 2021

This month we wanted to bring you the latest update on the return of spectators to the racecourse, some brand new Ascot wallpapers for your desktop and phone and a celebration of International Women’s Day.

RETURN OF SPECTATORS

On 22nd February the Prime Minister announced the Government’s roadmap out of lockdown and that the return of spectators to sporting events will begin no earlier than 17th May.


Click below for the full statement on the return of spectators.

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THE WAIT ONLY ADDS TO THE DRAMA

 

We cannot wait for the day we can welcome you back to the racecourse, and we hope to be witnessing world-class racing with you soon.

 

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£6 MILLION PRIZE MONEY AT ROYAL ASCOT 2021

Prize money for Royal Ascot 2021 has now reached a record-high of £6 million, click below to read the full story.

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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

As part of yesterday’s celebrations of International Women’s Day we wanted to share just some of the incredible women that have helped create history at Ascot, and are helping to build its future.

 

Click below to watch some of the stunning rides we have witnessed from female jockey’s at Royal Ascot.

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JOANNA WALES – HEAD OF VENUE OPERATIONS

Joanna Wales is Ascot’s Head of Venue Operations and has been a part of the business for 12 years. Her role covers most of what happens on site, including the security, site design, build, betting and outside broadcast.


Ascot welcomes more than 600,000 spectators in a normal year, with 300,000 of those attending Royal Ascot in June. Joanna plays a huge role in ensuring each and every one of our 26 fixtures are a success.

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DOWNLOAD BRAND NEW ASCOT WALLPAPERS

To help bring you a little bit closer to the racecourse you love, we have created a series of eye-catching wallpapers to download for your phone and desktop.

 

From iconic Royal Ascot racing moments, memorable Ascot events and stunning fashion there are plenty to help keep that little bit of Ascot with you while we are apart.

 

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fonte : Ascot Racecourse