Royal Illusion secured the 2026 Royal Windsor intermediate championship on Tuesday. The 13-year-old mare, ridden by Claudia De La Hey for owner Samantha De La Hey, topped the show hunter type class before prevailing overall.
Claudia De La Hey described the victory as the result of a strong partnership now in its third season. She said the mare believes she is the best and enters the ring with a confident attitude. Royal Illusion has a history of success at the event, including a riding horse championship win in 2023 with a previous producer.