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Zara Phillips cuts a stylish figure at Royal Windsor Cup Final as she takes on new role
One of the biggest dates in the society summer calendar ended yesterday as Royal Ascot drew to a close - but Zara Phillips was back in the equestrian world on Sunday, as she attended the Royal Windsor Cup Final.
The royal, 44, has taken on the role that her late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, had previously held at the event.
This afternoon, she will present a trophy to the winning team in the tournament, as her grandmother did for many years at the oldest tournament to take place at the swish Guard's Polo Club.
Wearing an on-trend belted navy blue striped white dress, the mother-of-three, who's married to former England rugby star Mike Tindall, looked cool in the warm weather.
Weather her blonde bob-cut hair under a summer straw boater, the royal, cut an elegant figure at the event.
She finished the look with a pair of beige heeled sandals, a tan leather clutch bag and some delicate gold drop earrings.
The prestigious polo show, held annually, attracts guests from society's highest echelons.
The event is one of the top five polo tournaments in the world - wooing the biggest names in the game and their impressive pony power, as well as plenty of famous faces.
This year's event marks the 70th anniversary of the Royal Windsor Cup, which was the Club's first tournament.
Zara watched on this afternoon as the 15-goal tournament came to a conclusion. Earlier, there had been a jousting display from the Knights of Middle England alongside a carriage driving display by the British Driving Society.
The event takes place at the historic Guard's Polo Club, with the action unfolding on Smith's Lawn, which is named after a 17th century gamekeeper.
Guards Polo Club was founded in 1955 with the late Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, as the club's first President.
The King took on the role in early 2024, with Zara this year asked to present the cup.
Zara remains a serious international equestrian competitor, having garnered a gold medal at the European Eventing Championships in 2005 in addition to attaining a silver medal at the World Equestrian Games in 2006.
Earlier this week, she joined the King and Queen and other members of the extended royal family at Ascot, stepping out in a stylish blue trouser suit.
The daughter of Princess Anne donned the unique outfit for the fourth day of the Berkshire racing festival on Friday.
She teamed the suit with a matching blouse and a statement hat featuring an eye-catching white bow.
Zara finished off the chic look with a pair of pointed blue heels, sunglasses and a white patterned clutch bag.
Meanwhile her beaming mother looked equally fashionable in a trendy monochrome polka dot frock.
King Charles, 76, appeared in great spirits as he greeted his niece Princess Eugenie, 35, with kisses on her hands.
His Majesty was also joined by another of his nieces, Zara Tindall, the daughter of Princess Anne, who looked delighted to see her royal family members.
Camilla, 77, also oozed glamour in a white chiffon dress with embroidered flowers from Anna Valentine, paired with a feathered Philip Treacy hat.
Meanwhile stylish revellers created a sea of vibrant colours as they prepared for another day of action in the 28C heat.
While some revellers bet on horses hoping to win big, others simply came along to soak up inspiration, as race day style has become just as famous as the race itself.
As ever, lavish millinery turned heads, with many revellers commanding attention in vibrant creations adorned with feathers, flowers and lace.
Stunning floral ballgowns, sizable fascinators and dapper top hats were also all on display as hundreds of well-heeled race enthusiasts made the most of the hot weather which is a rarity in the UK.
Glamorous revellers showed off their fashion prowess by donning one of the trendiest colours of the season - hot pink.
Dressed to the nines, groups of classy racegoers also opted to coordinate their attire for the annual occasion, rather than wearing their ensembles solo.
Princess Diana's twin nieces Lady Eliza Spencer and Lady Amelia Spencer, both 32, also made an appearance in strikingly similar classy monochrome ensembles with matching wide brimmed hats.
The fashion model duo - who were sporting glitzy diamond necklaces and jewelled drop earrings - are no stranger to the camera and posed up a storm at the event.
The sisters were also snapped with Millie Mackintosh, best known for her appearances in Made in Chelsea.
The pair sported matching handbags each in different colours that matched their ensembles, with Millie sporting a lavender frilly, chiffon dress.
