

Sitting on a horse that you know is good enough, you are fully prepared, riding for your country, it's what your dreams are made of.” I love the big occasion because I love the pressure. “To get your horse to that level is what it's all about and what we all strive for. The Queen’s eldest granddaughter has previously spoken about how the sport has positively influenced her, telling Horse & Hound in 2020: “I love riding for my country those have been the best experiences of my career. Zara’s passion for horses grew from a young age, with Queen Elizabeth and the Princess Royal eager to encourage the young royal’s passion. In fact, ahead of the Games, Zara carried the Olympic torch at the racecourse on her own horse. Similarly, this year, Anne and Zara attended the festival’s opening day together, harking back to the late Queen’s visits with her mother.Īnne and Zara, who was formerly the President of the Cheltenham Racecourse 18-24 Club, have previously been spotted together at the annual event, and both have a particularly strong interest in all things equestrian.īoth mother and daughter have competed in the Olympics, with Zara earning a Silver medal in London in 2012.

She is a great horse lover and always enjoys coming to Cheltenham.

Later, a Buckingham Palace spokeswoman said: “The Duchess of Cornwall was delighted with her win. Camilla beamed with delight a s she clutched the cash before swiftly stuffing her winnings in her handbag.Īn onlooker said: “Camilla looked thrilled to bits,” while royal commentator Emily Andrews tweeted the royal was “gleefully waving a fistful of cash,” after winning the “cheeky bet”. Tom handed his mother a wad of £20 notes after 6-4 favourite Faugheen won in the first race.
