King Charles and Queen Camilla step up their involvement in horse racing – one of the late Queen’s biggest passions – as they become joint patrons of the Jockey Club

King Charles and Queen Camilla have become joint patrons of the Jockey Club.

Both are currently Honorary Members of The Jockey Club and succeed the late Queen Elizabeth II, who was Patron of the organisation for 68 years.

King Charles and Queen Camilla secured their first Royal Ascot winner last season with Desert Hero.

Sandy Dudgeon, Senior Steward of The Jockey Club, said: ‘We are honoured that Their Majesties have accepted our invitation to become joint Patrons of The Jockey Club.

‘They have shown great enthusiasm and support for equestrian sports over many years and everyone in racing in Britain and overseas was thrilled to see them enjoy success at Royal Ascot last year.’

King Charles and Queen Camilla have become the joint patrons of the Jockey Club

The King and Queen had their first Royal Ascot winner last season with Desert Hero (pictured at Doncaster Racecourse in 2023)