Prince William could hand over key role he's 'not comfortable with' to Zara Tindall
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Prince William is reportedly contemplating significant changes to modernise the monarchy when he ascends the throne, including decisions about key roles within the Royal family.
As older royals are expected to reduce their duties, William is believed to be considering suitable candidates for various responsibilities.
An insider with close ties to William and the Royal family has indicated the Prince has already identified a Royal to take on a role he's never been at ease with, once he becomes King.
A Royal source disclosed William intends to pass on the racing duties when he takes the crown, potentially to his cousin Zara Tindall.
Despite King Charles and Queen Camilla's enthusiasm for horse racing, a tradition dating back to Queen Elizabeth, William does not share this passion.
Zara Tindall, an accomplished equestrian like her mother Princess Anne, might assume control of the Royal racing agenda, as it's a duty that Prince William has "never felt comfortable with".
The Royal source told The Times: "I never get the feeling the whole top hat and racing is really his thing, and he's said as much. He's never really seemed comfortable doing it.", reports the Mirror.
A source close to Prince William revealed "he understands how important Ascot is, not just to the racing community but to UK plc", however, he won't play as active a role with Royal Ascot and the Royal stud at Sandringham as previous monarchs have.
Despite not being an avid race-goer, William made an appearance at Royal Ascot's second day last week, arriving by carriage alone after Princess Kate had to withdraw at short notice.
Additionally, during Trooping the Colour, William participated on horseback to pay tribute to his father during the celebrations for his official birthday.
Zara Tindall is said to be set for a more significant Royal duty once William takes the throne, with other non-working royals also rumoured to take on greater responsibilities.
Notably, Zara's husband Mike Tindall, her brother Peter Phillips, and Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie of York may all rise to the occasion when William assumes kingship, as per recent reports.
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Although not presently full-time royals, these family members have been seen giving their support to William and other senior royals at numerous functions throughout last year.
As elder royals like the Duke of Kent, the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, and Princess Anne are anticipated to reduce their Royal engagements due to age, it's expected that William will look to Prince Edward and the Countess of Wessex to assume senior roles while considering which relatives to invite into more prominent positions.
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