Wednesday, 19 June 2019: Ascot's Clerk of the Course Chris Stickels talked about the ground conditions for the second day of Royal Ascot today and also looked forward to the rest of the week.

Ascot's Clerk - Chris Stickels

Speaking at 12.25pm today, Stickels said: "The straight course is good to soft and the round course is soft, good to soft in places, so it has dried a little since the last race yesterday. All the time the weather stays fine, it will continue to dry out. 

"We are possibly going to see the odd shower this afternoon, but I am not expecting anything like the sustained rain we had yesterday.

"I am thrilled to see so many international runners once again including Deirdre, who represents Japan in today's Prince of Wales's Stakes. We wish her connections and all international contenders the best of luck.

"Today's Prince of Wales's Stakes looks really competitive with Magical, Sea Of Class and Crystal Ocean. It is a high-quality race and I am really looking forward to it. 

"The forecast for the rest of the week looks positive. There is always the chance of a shower, but it should be a drier and sunnier three days from Thursday through to Saturday."