Death of the royal representative at Ascot: Sir Johnny Weatherby has died at the age of 66.

Death of a legendary member of the royal court

According to The Sun: Sir Johnny Weatherby, the right-hand man of the late queen at Ascot and a prominent figure in the world of horse racing, has passed away at the age of 66.

Paying tribute

Jockeys at Ascot are wearing black armbands today in memory of this 'great' personality in the world of sports. Sir Johnny, who was knighted in 2020, represented the late Her Majesty at the royal racetrack for nine years.

'He was an irreplaceable part of our community'

Sir Johnny Weatherby was not only an outstanding jockey but also an important ambassador for British horse racing. His contributions to the development of this field are hard to overestimate, as he actively promoted racing among a broad audience. His career featured numerous memorable moments that will forever remain in the memories of horse racing enthusiasts.

The death of Sir Johnny was a great blow to his colleagues and all who knew him as a person dedicated to his craft. Farewell to him will take place in an atmosphere of deep respect and gratitude for all the moments he gifted to the world of horse racing.