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PRINCE William shared a tender moment with his mother-in-law Carole Middleton while attending Royal Ascot without Kate.
The Prince of Wales, 41, was spotted chatting to Kate’s parents, along with Zara Tindall, on the second day of the glamorous event in the social calendar.
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Carole Middleton grabs hold of son-in-law Prince William’s hand as she gets her heel stuck in the grassCredit: Max Mumby
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Prince William, Zara Tindall and Michael and Carole Middleton, right, chatted away at the second day of Royal AscotCredit: James Whatling
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Carole Middleton chats to her son-in-law Prince William and Zara TindallCredit: James Whatling
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Queen Camilla was also in the carriage with Prince WilliamCredit: Splash
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Camilla enjoys the ride on the open carriage at AscotCredit: Getty
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Prince William, seen here with Peter Wood, The Earl of Halifax, attended the second day of Royal AscotCredit: Getty
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The Prince of Wales waves to the crowds at Ascot racecourseCredit: Getty
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William with Princess BeatriceCredit: Getty
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While William attended the races, his wife Kate Middleton is still recovering from her cancer treatmentCredit: Splash
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Princess Kate’s parents Michael and Carole Middleton arriving at AscotCredit: POOL
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Carole Middleton appears to be enjoying her day out at Royal AscotCredit: Reuters
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Prince William, Princess Kate and their children stood together at the King’s birthday celebrations at the weekendCredit: PA
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It was the first time Kate had been at a royal event in more than six monthsCredit: Splash
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Carole’s dress appeared to be a subtle nod to Kate’s similar dress she wore back in 2019Credit: Getty
The heir arrived in a carriage with Queen Camilla and others to kick off day two of the star-studded festival at the Berkshire track.
Prince Willam and Camilla looked at ease as they rode with the Earl and Countess of Halifax as they were cheered by onlookers.
It was the first time that Camilla and the heir to the throne have teamed up since they led senior royals at the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey in March.
Wills beamed at fans as he made his way into the course in the traditional carriage procession ahead of today’s first race.
Princess Anne’s daughter Zara Tindall, 43, and her husband Mike were also seen enjoying the races.
Mike and Prince William were spotted sharing a laugh with their arms around one another.
Kate’s parents Michael and Carole Middleton were also snapped smiling as they arrived at Ascot.
Carole appeared to give a subtle nod to her daughter with her choice of dress – Kate loves Self-Portrait and regularly wears the brand.
It featured chiffon sleeves with a pussy-bow at the neckline – similar to an Elie Saab look first worn by daughter Kate in 2019 at Ascot.
It comes just days after he and Kate stood shoulder-to-shoulder with their children and other royals on the Buckingham Palace balcony.
It was the Princess of Wales’ first public appearance on Saturday since Christmas – and husband Wills stood proudly alongside her.
Kate, who is undergoing cancer treatment, had revealed the day earlier that she would be at the King’s birthday celebrations, but said she still has “good and bad days”.
The Princess said she expected to be out of the public eye for a “few more months” while she continued to focus on her health.
King Charles was in high spirits yesterday as he rolled into the Royal Ascot on a horse drawn carriage, before congratulating winners.
Charles, who is also undergoing cancer treatment, will not head along today, but will return tomorrow and Saturday.
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The monarch yesterday wished racegoers the “best of luck” in chasing the “thrill of a Royal Ascot winner”.
The King has a number of horses running at the iconic British meet.
Writing jointly in the official programme, Charles and Camilla said: “It gave us immense pleasure and joy to witness Desert Hero’s victory in the King George V Stakes last year, particularly as he was bred by Her late Majesty.
“We wish all the participants this week the very best of luck in seeking that unique thrill of a Royal Ascot winner.
“We also hope that those here at the racecourse and watching from home will enjoy five days of the finest racing that this sport has to offer.”
Seven races will take place on each day of Royal Ascot, with this year’s overall prize pot worth a record £10million.
At the King’s Trooping the Colour ceremony, he and Kate stood shoulder to shoulder on the balcony – in what’s been labelled a show of solidarity.
The royals waved to crowds on Saturday afternoon and adoring fans erupted as the royals stepped out.
Royal expert Richard Fitzwilliams said the late Queen would have been proud of Charles and Kate’s “gesture of solidarity”.
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Prince William gives Princess Beatrice a kiss at AscotCredit: Mark Stewart
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Zara Tindall greets Princess BeatriceCredit: Mark Stewart
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Princess Eugenie with her mum Sarah FergusonCredit: Rex
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Wills puts a friendly arm around Mike TindallCredit: James Whatling
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Wills also greeted Sophie, Duchess of EdinburghCredit: Mark Stewart
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Carole Middleton and Princess Eugenie say helloCredit: Mark Stewart
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Mike attends Royal Ascot with his wife Zara, the daughter of Princess AnneCredit: Rex
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Zara also greets Sarah, Duchess of YorkCredit: Mark Stewart
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King Charles and Queen Camilla arrived on a carriage for the tradional procession yesterdayCredit: Simon Jones
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The monarch revealed he would not attend todayCredit: Reuters
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Mike and Zara Tindall were all smiles when they arrived yesterdayCredit: POOL
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Princess Anne, Lady Gabriella Kingston and Peter Phillips arrived on carriages, tooCredit: Getty
He told The Sun: “What I think the image I think so many people will have is of Catherine standing next to King Charles on the balcony.
“This can be interpreted as a gesture of solidarity and support from Charles to Catherine.
“Let’s be frank. It would have been very stressful to go through with all of the ceremony.
“It’s all in the eye of a worldwide media storm. Britain is known for its ceremonial brilliance.
“King Charles and the Princess of Wales knew very well every movement would be photographed that was public.
“Point was obviously that this was something that went very successfully, and the image was of absolute solidarity.”
