The Royal Ascot, a premier event in the horse racing calendar, is set to occur from June 16 to 20, 2026, featuring five days of elite Flat racing and royal pageantry. This year's festival will include 35 races, highlighted by eight Group 1 contests, making it a key event in the European summer racing season. The Daily Star will enhance the experience for racing fans by providing free William Hill shop bets every day of the festival, along with comprehensive pullouts featuring expert insights from trusted pundits. Attention will focus on renowned trainers such as Aidan O'Brien, Charlie Appleby, and the Gosden operation, whose horses are known to peak for this prestigious meeting. Early discussions have already begun regarding potential contenders, including Talk Of New York for the St James’s Palace Stakes and Al Nayyir for the Gold Cup. Established jockeys like Ryan Moore, Oisin Murphy, James Doyle, and William Buick are expected to lead the field, with Buick noted for his impressive strike rate on favorites at the event. Don't miss the Daily Star from June 16 to 20, 2026, to stay informed and make the most of Royal Ascot 2026.