The British royal family attends the 1953 'Coronation Derby' at Epsom Downs

Queen Elizabeth arrives at the Coronation Derby, where her horse Aureole is competing. The event is filled with excitement as the royal family, including Princess Margaret, attends. The race begins with 27 horses, and despite a strong performance by Aureole, the race is won by Pins, ridden by Gordon Richards. Richards, recently knighted, achieves his long-awaited victory. The Queen graciously congratulates him, and the event concludes with the royal party joining in the celebration.

Who accompanied Queen Elizabeth to the Coronation Derby?

• Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

• The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge

• Prince Phillip and Princess Margaret

• Prince Charles and Princess Anne

Which horse was considered the favorite at the start of the race?

• Oriole

• Pinza

• Aureole

• Chikome

What was the distance of the Coronation Derby race?

• One mile

• Half a mile

• One and a half miles

• Two miles

How many times had Gordon Richards participated in the Derby before winning?

• 28 times

• 27 times

• 20 times

• 15 times

What was the reaction of the royal party after the race?

• They were disappointed

• They joined in congratulating the winner

• They left immediately

• They demanded a rematch