The Queen suffers cruel Platinum Jubilee blow as her best horse is ruled out of her favourite race in the Epsom Derby

The Queen's favourite horse, Reach For The Moon, has been ruled out of the Epsom Derby on June 4. The Queen, 96, had planned to attend the race as part of her Platinum Jubilee weekend celebrations. Reach for The moon will be pointed towards Royal Ascot. Her Majesty has never won the Derby. She has rarely missed the races in her 70-year reign. The William Haggas-trained Educator could be a contender for the Queen. General Idea is a 66-1 chance currently.

The Queen's best horse is ruled out of her favourite race in the Epsom Derby.

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