Painted live at Royal Ascot 2026 during Simon Wright's residency as Artist in Residence, Approaching the Line captures the intensity and anticipation of the final moments before the finish. The tightly grouped field surges forward beneath the iconic Ascot Grandstand, with Simon's expressive brushwork conveying the speed, power and excitement of the race.

For Simon, being trackside right by the winning post gave him the experience of the horses thundering down the track, a sensation that is incredible.  Simon has taken the energy of this experience and put it into this original piece of art.

A unique opportunity to acquire a piece of Royal Ascot history from the event's Artist in Residence.