Royal Ascot 2026: Spectacular sea of colour as fashion leads the way on day one - in pictures

Royal Ascot 2026 got underway today at the Berkshire racecourse and, as the Mirror saw an amazing sea of colour at the event, the stage is set for another act as the finest thoroughbreds

by · The Mirror
One guest all in yellow(Image:Mike Egerton/PA Wire)
Rosie Turner poses for the photographers(Image:Getty Images)
Tamara Holmgren wears a sensational butterfly-inspired hat(Image:David Davies/PA Wire)
Another brilliant hat on display(Image:David Davies/PA Wire)
A close-up of one race fan in red(Image:David Davies/PA Wire)