Ascot is preparing for a maximum attendance of just 4,000 people for each of the Royal meeting's five days next month.
It is still possible the fixture could be used as a pilot event that would potentially allow 10,000 spectators on course.
However, with the meeting only four weeks away, officials have decided to plan for the 4,000 cap imposed by the UK government for spectator sports in England until 21 June.
The current situation means no tickets will be available for general admission, with owners, hospitality and members, including the Royal Ascot Racing Club and annual members, prioritised.
Last year’s meeting was held behind closed doors after racing resumed following the first lockdown due to the pandemic.
In accordance with Step 3 of the Government's Roadmap, the total max capacity for racegoers on all racecourses is 4,000 per day.
— Ascot Racecourse (@Ascot) May 18, 2021
We remain in dialogue with Government on the possibility of a larger crowd but will begin the process to allocate to our current permitted capacity.⬇️
