This Morning host Josie Gibson couldn’t believe her luck as she scored a huge £1,700 Ascot win with an outside bet during a day at the races.
The 38-year-old, who was reporting for the ITV show on Wednesday, apparently pocketed the winnings with a wager on 22/1 Jimi Hendrix to win the Royal Hunt Cup at Royal Ascot 2023, according to the Sun.
The insider revealed Josie was the biggest winner of the day, and said: ‘Everyone told her she was mad to do it but she fancied a flutter. She didn’t put a lot on, just a throwaway amount and ended up winning £ 1,700.’
If Josie placed the bet to win, she would have put on around £75 in order to bag her jackpot winnings.
During the race, the TV favourite was captured fist pumping the air as she displayed her uncontainable glee for her huge win.
Lucky one! Josie Gibson couldn’t believe her luck as she scored a huge £1,700 Ascot win with an outside bet during a day at the races on Wednesday
Winner: The This Morning host, 38, reportedly pocketed the winnings with a wager on 22/1 Jimi Hendrix to win the Royal Hunt Cup at Royal Ascot 2023, according to The Sun
During the day out, Josie stunned in a hot pink frock as she appeared at the racecourse on behalf of the daytime television show.
She smiled as she posed for snaps in her colourful ensemble, which featured chic cutout detailing at the side.
Josie collected her hair back into a sleek style, showing off her dewy skin and peachy eyeshadow.
The blonde beauty was later captured giggling and laughing as she beamed with Heart Breakfast host Amanda Holden.
Amanda, 52, looked effortlessly elegant in a lilac gown with statement cutout sleeves.
The presenter opted for a regal theme with plum and purple tones, choosing a maxi-dress with ruched waist detailing.
She accessorised with a glamorous headpiece, adorned with a glitzy veil, and painted her nails black.
The media personality styled her blonde tresses in a sleek straight style and went with a soft, summery make-up look.
Happy: During the race, the TV favourite was captured fist pumping the air as she displayed her uncontainable glee for her huge win
Cheer: The This Morning star stunned in a hot pink frock as she appeared at the racecourse on behalf of the daytime television show
Glowing: The 38-year-old smiled as she posed for snaps in her colourful ensemble, which featured chic cutout detailing at the side
Stunner: She collected her hair back into a sleek style, showing off her dewy skin and peachy eyeshadow
Pals: Amanda, 52, looked effortlessly elegant in a lilac gown with statement cutout sleeves
The opening of Royal Ascot 2023 saw plenty of royals descend on the racecourse to celebrate King Charles’s first event as monarch.
Included in the royal line-up was King Charles and Queen Camilla, Princess Anne, Zara and Mike Tindall, and Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi.
This year, organisers of the race have paid tribute to Royal Ascot’s ‘biggest fan’, Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away last September.
During her 70-year reign, Her late Majesty attended almost every single Royal Ascot festival, with the exception of last year, and bagged 24 wins over the years.
This year, organisers have displayed a heartwarming collection of photos of the Queen visiting Ascot over the years.
They include a black-and-white photo of the royal riding on the tracks in 1960 when she was 34 years old.
The mother-of-four was pictured with a headscarf and riding boots on as her horse galloped along the track.
The Queen was taking part in an unofficial race with others members of her royal party and ended up finishing fourth.
What’s more, the organisers also selected a photograph of the Queen beaming at Ladies Day in 2013.
The event turned out to be one of the Queen’s most successful Ascots as her horse Estimate won the Gold Cup – making her the first monarch in 200 years to scoop the prize.
The late royal was pictured beaming at her trophy, which was presented to her by her son Prince Andrew.
During day three of the event, Charles and Camilla broke down in tears this afternoon as they secured their first ever Ascot win – before the King knocked over his trophy in an emotional moment at the winning podium.
Celebrating: The opening of Royal Ascot 2023 saw plenty of royals descend on the racecourse to celebrate King Charles’s first event as monarch
Emotional: During day three of the event, Charles and Camilla broke down in tears this afternoon as they secured their first ever Ascot win – before the King knocked over his trophy in an emotional moment at the winning podium
Pictured: King Charles and Camilla were on the edge of their seats as their horse Desert Hero win the King George V race
Butter fingers: King Charles accidentally knocked over the cup during the presentation ceremony this afternoon
Emotional: The late Queen (pictured at Ascot in 2018) attended the annual racing event for almost 70 years in a row
Haha! Charles and Camilla shared a giggle as they both smiled at their jockey Tom Marquand after their horse Desert Hero won The King George V Stakes
Aw: Charles was overcome with emotion as he cheered on Desert Hero in the King George V Stakes today
Adrenaline: The King and his wife were both on the edge of their seats as they enjoyed the Royal Ascot excitement today
Horse lover: Charles fondly stroked Desert Hero – who won The King George V Stake – during Ladies Day at Ascot
Kiss: Queen Camilla received a kiss from Frankie as she presented him with the winning Gold Cup today
Wahey! Frankie Dettori celebrated with the trophy after riding Courage Mon Ami on the third day of Ascot
Kiss of joy: The jockey gave his golden trophy a kiss, appearing emotional as he celebrated the victorious outcome
King Charles appeared emotional as he handled the trophy with his wife Camilla at Ascot today
Delighted: King Charles couldn’t disguise his joy as he was presented with the trophy for the King George V Stakes
Happy: Charles and Camilla were beaming as they were presented with the trophy at the Ascot racecourse today
Congratulations: Tom Marquand riding Desert Hero poses with the trophy after winning The King George V Stakes during day three of Royal Ascot 2023
The royal couple were overcome with emotion as they watched their horse Desert Hero win the King George V race from the royal box.
After two losses yesterday, Charles and Camilla were thrilled to scoop their first ever win at Royal Ascot.
Over the course of her 70-year reign, Queen Elizabeth had over 24 Ascot wins – and Zara Tindall said the moment was ‘bittersweet’ for King Charles and Camilla.
Speaking to ITV, Princess Anne’s daughter said: ‘It’s bittersweet to think how proud and excited the Queen would have been.
‘To have a winner for Charles and Camilla and to keep that dream alive. And besides all that, what a race!’
The couple’s trainer William Haggas added: ‘They’re absolutely thrilled.
‘They’ve been looking forward to Ascot for a long time, it’s very important for horse racing, important the King and Queen enjoy it.’
During the presentation ceremony, King Charles accidentally knocked over the trophy to begin with and couldn’t disguise his joy.
The late Queen had a lifelong love of horses – having received a Shetland pony called Peggy from her grandfather George V when she was four years old.
According to her racing adviser, the late monarch – who passed away at the age of 96 last September – was discussing ‘her love for her horses right to the very end’.
Mr Warren said he spent the weekend before the Queen died in Scotland, discussing her horses, as they had done so many times before.
‘We sat there for hours over the weekend strategising and making plans going forward,’ he said.
Following her Coronation in 1953, the Queen travelled to the racecourses in Berkshire at least once a year to attend the event – and only missed it in 2020 due to Covid lockdowns.
King Charles lead the procession for a third day today as he arrived at Royal Ascot with Queen Camilla.
The monarch, 74, opted for a traditional charcoal morning suit and pink tie, which he paired with a black top hat.
Queen Camilla, 75, looked suitably sophisticated in a pale green V-neck coat dress by UK designer Anna Valentine, which she also owns in pink.
Smart: King Charles looked tearful as he made his way to the presentation ceremony to pick up his trophy
Glam: Camilla appeared completely overwhelmed with emotion in the moment, with tears filling her eyes
Loving it! The royal couple appeared delighted as they beamed at one another following the win from their horse
The stylish royal paired it with a matching hat, complete with a feathered trim, by Phillip Treacy – who also designed her wedding headpieces.
Camilla also wore a diamond brooch belonging to the late Queen, a five-strand pearl necklace, a Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet and a pair of pristine white gloves.
The Earl of Snowdon, King Charles’ cousin, and his horse trainer Mark Prescott also rode in the carriage with the royal couple.
As their horse-drawn carriage drew into the Royal Enclosure, the group were met with huge cheers from the crowds.
Princess Anne – dressed in a chic green lace gown and white hat -and her husband Sir Timothy Laurence followed in the second carriage.
Meanwhile, the Princess Royal’s daughter Zara Tindall and son-in-law Mike skipped the royal procession and headed straight to the races.
Also in attendance was Sheikh Hamad bin Abdullah Al Thani, a member of the Qatari royal family who is also a horse owner.
David Armstrong-Jones, Viscount Linely, also known as Earl Snowdon, is the son of the late Princess Margaret and Antony Armstrong-Jones, 1st Earl of Snowdon.
His sister, Lady Sarah Chatto and her husband Daniel Chatto joined the procession too, alongside Lord Nicolas Soames, a former Conservative MP and grandson of Winston Churchill.
Camilla’s friends, Colin Chisholm & Baroness Chisholm of Owlpen as well as horsetrainers Rachel and John Gosden, Lady Carolyn Warren and John Warren also joined the procession.
Joyful: King Charles and Queen Camilla appeared in high spirits as they arrived at Royal Ascot this afternoon
It was a busy day for King Charles – after he attended a Windrush service at St George’s Chapel marking 75 years since historic migration of Caribbean and Commonwealth citizens to Britain.
The British royal family have been out in force at the event this week, with King Charles, Camilla, Princess Anne, 71, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh and Princess Beatrice, 33, and Edoardo Mapelli-Mozzi, 38, all attending.
Sabrina Elba, the actress wife of superstar Idris Elba, led the glamour in a Kate Middleton-inspired white Self Portrait dress suit and beret, which costs £710.
Zara stunned in a French lace short sleeve dress from Scanlan Theodore, which she paired with an Emily London hat with pretty flower detail.
Princess Anne’s daughter – who was styled by Annie Miall – wore nude heels by Julia Mays and jewellery by Lauren Coste, Sif Jakobs and Astley Clarke.
Many of the female dressers made the most of the relaxed new rules – which allows people to dress from male and female dress codes regardless of their gender – with women in trousers and three-piece suits.
Arrivals: Princess Anne seen arriving at Ascot with husband Sir Timothy Laurence in a carriage behind Charles and Camilla
Couple: Zara and Mike Tindall lead the royal family arrivals at Ladies Day as they arrived for day three of Royal Ascot
Summer chic: Zara opted for a summery white lace dress for the occasion, while her rugby ace husband Mike matched her in neutral tones
While others opted for plunging necklines and teetering heels which will no doubt be kicked off as the festivities continue.
Yesterday the action hotted up as the champagne flowed and guests got very merry into the night.
As the drinks kept coming and revellers began celebrating their wins, they began to loosen up and lark about with each other, in good spirits on a sunny day.
Among the scenes of revellers who were heading home after a day of partying were savvy women who had ditched their high heels in favour of sensible flat shoes to travel home in, as well as a gentleman who had picked up some snacks to tide him over for the evening.
Stylish attendees made for a colourful and glamorous display as they arrived at the racecourse earlier for another day of nail-biting races and plenty of partying.
Many opted for wild and wonderful outfits for the occasion, with some taking advantage of this year’s updated dress-code which permits women to wear trousers.
Pictured: The Queen appeared in high spirits as she arrived at Royal Ascot in June 2021, which would be her last time visiting the races
Pictured: The exhibition of the Queen’s racing highlights that has been put on display at this year’s Ascot
The glamorous scenes at the beginning of day two, where white seemed to be the colour of the moment among the earliest attendees, come after hilarious antics captured last night as the opening day of the festival came to a close.
Before the Queen’s Vase got underway, the Queen was seen nervously swaying in anticipation.
Frankie Dettori was cheered as he won the Queen’s Vase and performed his trademark celebration of jumping out of the saddle onto the ground.
Despite their losses on the racecourse, the royal couple appeared in great spirits as they met with other members of their family.
King Charles and Queen Camilla left Zara Tindall in stitches earlier in the afternoon.
The opening of Royal Ascot 2023 saw plenty of royals descend on the racecourse to celebrate King Charles’s first event as monarch.
Included in the royal line-up was King Charles and Queen Camilla, Princess Anne, Zara and Mike Tindall, and Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi.
Sunny day: The two appeared to lap up the sunshine at the event as they arrived ahead of the Royal Procession
Smiles: Sir Clive Alderton, and his wife Lady Alderton, Private Secretary to King Charles III and Queen Camilla, also joined in the races fun
Attendees: Glamorous racegoers showed off their finery as they arrived for day three of Royal Ascot today – with many donning sky high fascinators and figure hugging dresses for the event
Arrivals: Guests were snapped wearing stunning outfits boasting a rainbow of colours today, as they made the most of the sunshine during Ladies Day
This year, organisers of the race have paid tribute to Royal Ascot’s ‘biggest fan’, Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away last September.
During her 70-year reign, Her late Majesty attended almost every single Royal Ascot festival, with the exception of last year.
This year, organisers have displayed a heartwarming collection of photos of the Queen visiting Ascot over the years.
They include a black-and-white photo of the royal riding on the tracks in 1960 when she was 34 years old.
The mother-of-four was pictured with a headscarf and riding boots on on as her horse galloped along the track.
The Queen was taking part in an unofficial race with others members of her royal party and ended up finishing fourth.
What’s more, the organisers also selecting a photograph of the Queen beaming at Ladies Day in 2013.
In the pink! One woman opted for a stunning vibrant gown as she arrived for the Berkshire event ahead of Ladies Day
Strike a pose! One pair of friends appeared in good spirits as they arrived this morning for the event in Berkshire ahead of the big day
Feeling floral! One woman showed off an incredible hat which featured an enormous flower as she arrived for the event in Berkshire
True blue: Yesterday the action hotted up on the second day of Royal Ascot 2023 as the winnings came in and the champagne is on ice
The event turned out to be one of the Queen’s most successful Ascots as her horse Estimate won the Gold Cup – making her the first monarch in 200 years to scoop the prize.
The late royal was pictured beaming at her trophy, which was presented to her by her son Prince Andrew.
The Queen was dressed in one of her signature coat dresses in a pretty shade of purple.
Underneath her jacket, the monarch wore a pretty floral dress – which perfectly complimented the flowers on her hat.
In the image, the Queen is seen wearing a three-strand pearl necklace – which she also wore to her final ever Ascot in June 2021.
