The most memorable moments from Royal Ascot 2017

The exclusive five-day racing event held at England's Ascot Racecourse is one of the Royal Family's most exciting and traditional events of the year. <p>Here's our gallery of the most memorable moments from Royal Ascot 2017.
The Queen was all smiles on the fifth and final day of Royal Ascot, despite the disappointment of her horse Dartmouth losing in the Hardwicke Stakes. Always the fashionista, the monarch looked beautiful in a magenta Stewart Parvin coat and matching Rachel Trevor-Morgan hat. Prince Philip did not accompany his wife to the races, as he is still at home recovering from an infection. <p>Photo: Getty Images
The 91-year-old monarch presented the Global Sprint Challenge Cup to Ryan Moore as the week of horseracing came to a close. <p>Photo: Kirstin Sinclair/Getty Images for Ascot Racecourse
For Day Four, Her Majesty opted for cool summer tones – and of course her signature gloves and pearls. <p>Photo: Getty Images
As daughter Princess Beatrice burst into a grin, Sarah, Duchess of York had a curtsey and a wave for her ex-mother-in-law Elizabeth as the monarch arrived. <p>Photo: Getty Images
Sarah's daughter Princess Eugenie was accompanied by her boyfriend Jack Brooksbank. <p>Photo: Getty Images
Princess Beatrice was spotted with her mom Sarah, Duchess of York cheering on their faves as they watched the King Edward VII Stakes at Ascot. <p>Photo: Getty Images
On day three of Ascot, also known as Ladies' Day, it was a royal family affair as the Queen was joined by son Prince Andrew, granddaughters Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice, and daughter Princess Anne in the Parade Ring. <p>Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images
On Thursday, the Queen arrived by carriage alongside son Prince Andrew. Earlier in the day it was announced that the monarch's husband, Prince Philip, had been released from the hospital. <p>Photo: Getty Images
Hat's off to Princess Beatrice's style! The royal was looking chic as she arrived by carriage on Ladies' Day, wearing a wide brimmed topper and a braided hairstyle. <p>Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images
The Queen's granddaughter Zara Tindall also stepped out for Ascot on Day Three wearing a ladylike pink and cream look. <p>Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images
Day two was a busy one for 91-year-old Queen Elizabeth, who attended the State Opening of Parliament as well as Royal Ascot – both without her husband Prince Philip, who was in the hospital recovering from an infection. Here, the monarch chats with her daughter Princess Anne. <p>Photo: Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images
Prince Charles, who also accompanied his mother to the State Opening of Parliament that day, was joined by his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall on Day Two of Ascot. <p>Photo: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images
In line with tradition, the royals make their arrival by horse-drawn carriage. Seen here, Prince Edward and Sophie Wessex ride into Ascot with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.</p> <p>Photo: DANIEL LEAL-OLIVAS/AFP/Getty Images)</p>
<p>Queen Elizabeth, 91, was escorted by her 96-year-old husband Prince Philip, who recently announced his plans to retire later this year.</p> <p>Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images</p>
<p>Prince Edward gave a royal wave alongside nephew Prince William. </p> <p>Photo: Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty Images for Ascot Racehorse</p>
<p>The Queen led the royal family and other guests in a moment of silence to honour the victims and survivors of the recent attacks and tragedies that have taken place in Britain.</p> <p>Photo: DANIEL LEAL-OLIVAS/AFP/Getty Images</p>
<p>Three days after sharing the balcony at Buckingham Palace with their children George and Charlotte, the Cambridges – with Kate wearing Alexander McQueen – were back to being a twosome at the racecourse. </p> <p>Photo: Samir Hussein/WireImage</p>
<p>Despite being surrounded by the throngs of racegoers William and Kate at times looked to be in a world of their own.</p> <p>Photo: DANIEL LEAL-OLIVAS/AFP/Getty Images</p>
<p>A dapper Prince Charles was joined by wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall for day one of the festivities.</p> <p>Photo: DANIEL LEAL-OLIVAS/AFP/Getty Images</p>
<p>Royal sisters Princess Beatrice, left, and Princess Eugenie wore contrasting looks in cream and navy, respectively.</p> <p>Photo: Getty Images</p>
<p>A close-up look at Duchess Kate's gorgeous hat and upswept chignon, held in place with her signature hairnet. </p> <p>Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images</p>
<p>The Duchess of Cambridge was in an upbeat mood sharing plenty of laughs with her family, including her cousin-in-law Princess Beatrice. </p> <p>Photo: DANIEL LEAL-OLIVAS/AFP/Getty Images</p>
<p>The Queen's grandson Peter Phillips and wife Autumn, who joined their fellow royals on the Buckingham Palace balcony for Trooping the Colour on Saturday, also made an appearance together at Ascot.</p> <p>Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images</p>
<p>Former pro rugby player Mike Tindall, right – husband of the Queen's granddaughter Zara – rocked a top hat and tails as he made his way through the venue with a friend.</p> <p>Photo: Alan Crowhurst/Getty Images for Ascot Racecourse</p>
<p>Zara Tindall looked lovely in royal blue as she strolled along with a friend.</p> <p>Photo: Alan Crowhurst/Getty Images for Ascot Racecourse</p>
<p>Cousins-in-law Kate and Zara did some bonding as their husbands William and Mike looked on.</p> <p>Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images</p>
<p>Prince and Princess Michael of Kent, looking elegant as always, also made an appearance. </p> <p>Photo: Alan Crowhurst/Getty Images for Ascot Racecourse</p>
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