Royal Ascot-winning jockeys Ben Curtis and Kevin Stott join the panel

What was the highlight of Royal Ascot?

Ben Curtis, jockey Stradivarius winning the Gold Cup. He’s always a bit of a showman and was full of himself in the paddock. It was great to see him win in the manner he did and to find a turn of foot in that ground was exceptional. It was good for racing as the sport needs superstars and so many people have embraced him.

Jamie McBride, William Hill Battaash winning the King’s Stand. He’s a top-notch sprinter and the division in general looks likely to throw up some cracking races in the next few months.

Circus Maximus (right) and Terrebellum (left) produced an epic battle in the Queen AnneCredit: Edward Whitaker

Joseph O'Brien, trainer What a fantastic week of racing and the tussle between Circus Maximus and Terebellum in the Queen Anne seemed to set the tone. You’d have to say that Stradivarius winning his third Gold Cup in the manner he did was the highlight, however. That was hugely impressive.