THE scandal of the Queen's hat cast the only shadow on day three.

Bookmakers became suspicious when a series of punters bet that Her Majesty's millinery would be brown. After shelling out thousands, bookies muttered darkly about a mole in the royal wardrobe.

The Queen would not wish to be associated with such fashionable skulduggery and will no doubt take steps to ensure no one can second guess the regal headgear again.

Since it was also revealed today that the monarch has her own iPod, our money is on the Queen turning out tomorrow in a Burberry baseball cap and matching accessories. But keep it under your hat.

Updated: 11:12 Friday, June 17, 2005