Two crowd favorites are set to return to Royal Ascot this year, and the thrill will only go a notch higher as the racecourse opens the gates for Day 2
The Prince and Princess of Wales shared a lighthearted laugh together moments before stepping up to present the trophy for the Prince of Wales's Stakes, a sweet, candid beat ahead of the formal photo-op.
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Prince William presented the trophy for the Prince of Wales's Stakes today, a race that shares his own title, alongside winning jockey William Buick, making for a fittingly on-brand royal moment.
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Caught mid-reaction at Royal Ascot today, King Charles and Camilla proved once again they're perfectly in sync, down to their matching expressions as the action unfolded on the track.
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The Princess Royal sat out today's carriage procession but still turned heads at Royal Ascot, arriving in a pretty pink look alongside Lady Sarah Chatto, though she appeared less than thrilled watching the action on the track.
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Princess Kate accessorized with two pieces of family history today, Princess Diana's three-strand pearl bracelet, last seen at Trooping the Color, paired with Queen Elizabeth's diamond chandelier earrings.
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The Prince and Princess of Wales paused for a chat with former England manager Sir Gareth Southgate on day two at Ascot, proof that even at the races, talk might eventually have turned to football.
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Prince William will present the Prince of Wales Stakes on Day 2 of Royal Ascot. And he gave a sweet tribute to Wales by wearing yellow daffodils, a symbol of the country, on his lapel when he arrived.
On the other hand, the Princess of Wales chose to look like a yellow daffodil!
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Princess Kate had been absent from Royal Ascot for the past three years, with her last appearance being in 2023. The few years after that had been tough for the princess, as she battled against cancer.
However, things seem to be looking up now, as the Princess of Wales has slowly made her return to royal duties this year. And, she even made a triumphant comeback to Royal Ascot on Wednesday! Oh, how the royal fans had missed her on the racecourse!
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Ladies Day at Royal Ascot might be tomorrow, but the main ladies are already here! Princess Kate reunited with her mother, Carole Middleton, and sister-in-law, Alizee Thevenet, in the gallery on Wednesday.
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The royal recycler strikes again! On Day 2 of Royal Ascot, the Princess of Wales recycled her bright yellow dress from British designer Roksanda, which she had previously worn in Kingston, Jamaica, in 2022.
Back then, she had styled the midi dress with a ponytail and white drop earrings. This time, the fashion icon paired the outfit with an intricate hat, a bun, and dangling earrings.
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On the opening day of Royal Ascot, all the royal couples found sweet ways to match the color of their outfits. And, not to be left behind, Prince William has passed the check on Day 2 as he flaunted a bright yellow flower pin on his black blazer, to match his wife's sunny outfit.
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King Charles and Queen Camilla have arrived at Royal Ascot for Day 2 of the races. The royal couple looked regal as ever, with the sovereign donning his favorite grey blazer, while the Queen Consort went for a white dress and matching elaborate hat today.
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Don't hold your horses, the Princess of Wales is here! The moment royal fans had been desperately waiting for has finally arrived!
Their beloved Princess Kate has rolled down Royal Ascot, looking sunny as ever, in a bright yellow dress, an elaborate matching hat, and beautiful dangling earrings.
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Princess Kate will not be the only Middleton at Royal Ascot today. Her mother, Carole Middleton, and sister-in-law, Alizee Thevenet, are also in attendance at the racecourse.
The Middleton matriarch opted for a chic baby-pink dress and matching hat, while Thevenet chose a beautiful white dress and straw hat for the occasion.
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