The Rake Visits Cheltenham with Aston Martin

At Cheltenham's Style Wednesday, Aston Martin offered The Rake a preview of the new Vantage, while Queen Camilla crowned Rachael Blackmore "Queen of Cheltenham," solidifying a day of racing and luxury.

The Rake Visits Cheltenham with Aston Martin

The Rake visited Cheltenham for Style Wednesday with Aston Martin. Here, we were offered a preview of the newly released Aston Martin Vantage, the brand's high-performance V8 sports car, at one of its first public displays since its launch last month. The latest in the iconic Vantage lineage, it represents the quintessential Aston Martin sports car — the most driver-focused and fastest Vantage ever created. 

The racing brought victories from notable jockeys like Rachael Blackmore, whose triumph in the day's feature race earned her the "Queen of Cheltenham" moniker from none other than Queen Camilla herself. 

As Blackmore accepted the prestigious Cheltenham Cup from the royal's hands, it encapsulated the event's blend of tradition, sporting excellence, and modern luxury — epitomised by the sleek Aston Martin on display amidst the thrilling equestrian action.