Meet Ian Robinson, one of 25 of the Greencoats at Royal Ascot this year.
They act as the ceremonial guard and bodyguards to His Majesty and the Royal Family.
The name is believed to come from an old tale that Queen Anne gave her Yeomen Prickers matching green coats made from fabric of an old curtain.
Watch to see their special salute that they have to do when the monarch approaches.
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