Princess Kate pulls out of Royal Ascot appearance last minute
Kate, 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.
The change appeared to be last minute as Wednesday's official program had listed Princess Kate as riding in the second carriage of the royal procession alongside Prince William.
William attended the event as scheduled, presenting race prizes on his own.
A palace official, speaking anonymously to The New York Times due to protocol, said the princess was 'disappointed' to miss the event, adding that she is working to find the 'right balance' in resuming public engagements.
The palace has not confirmed whether she is currently undergoing treatment, though Kate shared earlier this year that she was in remission.
Royal Ascot, a five-day series of horse races, is the centerpiece of the British summer social season, with members of the royal family attending throughout the meeting.
Dating back to 1711, it features high fashion and thousands of spectators. Members of the royal family traditionally arrive in carriages from nearby Windsor Castle to attend the races.
Racegoers had hoped to see Kate on Wednesday. Prince William attended solo on Wednesday and took part in presenting race prizes.
Kate has slowly returned to public life following her cancer diagnosis and treatment.
On Saturday, she appeared at Trooping the Colour, the monarch's official birthday parade. She also joined Garter Day celebrations at Windsor Castle on Monday, walking alongside Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh.
Kate, 42, has been easing back into public life after announcing in March 2024 that she had completed chemotherapy.
Kate announced her cancer diagnosis in March last year, noting she would undergo treatment following an absence from the public eye and royal duties.
She also underwent abdominal surgery for a condition believed to be noncancerous at the time but later found out that was incorrect.
Her return to public events comes as King Charles III also resumes royal duties following his own cancer diagnosis. Both have expressed gratitude for public support during their health problems.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
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