The Queen inducted in to Flat racing’s hall of fame

Her Majesty The Queen has been inducted into racing’s Qipco British Champions Series Hall of Fame in a new “special contributor” category.

She is the ninth inductee and joins Pat Eddery, Lester Piggott and Vincent O’Brien alongside equine legends Mill Reef, Frankel, Nijinsky, Dayjur and Brigadier Gerard.

A spokesperson for the Qipco British Champions Series Hall of Fame said: “Her Majesty The Queen has been racing’s greatest supporter for more than 70 years and it is our honour to induct her”.

The Queen was chosen by an independent panel of industry experts in recognition of her unwavering commitment and longstanding patronage of the sport.

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Article written by: Gemma Redrup