Princess Kate unexpectedly withdrew from the Royal procession on day two of Royal Ascot, leaving many keen Royal enthusiasts and attendees surprised, as they had hoped to catch a glimpse of the Princess.

Middleton’s most recent appearance at Royal Ascot came in 2023, when she wore a fiery red midi dress courtesy of Alexander McQueen. The Princess of Wales coordinated the flowing, long-sleeve dress with statement earrings by Paris brand Sézane and wore a wide-brim hat in a similar shade of red by Philip Treacy.

The Princess of Wales canceled plans to attend Royal Ascot on Wednesday as she continues to balance the demands of her public duties against the realities of her recovery from cancer. Kate, as Prince William’s wife is commonly known,