The King displayed warmth and affection as he welcomed family members to the fourth day of Royal Ascot today, greeting his niece Princess Eugenie and her mother Sarah Ferguson with kisses on their hands at the Berkshire racecourse.
The 76-year-old monarch appeared in excellent spirits as he met with the 35-year-old princess and the 65-year-old Duchess of York on Friday.
Another of his nieces, Zara Tindall, also joined the royal gathering, appearing delighted to reunite with her relatives.
The 44-year-old daughter of Princess Anne shared a warm embrace with her cousin Eugenie upon arriving at the prestigious racing festival, demonstrating the close bonds within the Royal Family.
The Royal Family members observed traditional protocol during their interactions, with both Zara Tindall and Princess Eugenie curtsying to the King and Queen
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The royal procession marked a significant milestone this year, celebrating its 200th anniversary as the King and Queen arrived at the race meet by carriage in keeping with tradition.
The royal women showcased impeccable style for the occasion, with Zara Tindall dressed in an elegant light blue suit paired with a matching blouse and a statement hat featuring a white bow.
Princess Eugenie stunned in a stylish wide-brimmed hat and a dress with a billowing white skirt and square-shouldered brown top.
Sarah Ferguson looked equally fashionable in a trendy monochrome polka dot frock, whilst Queen Camilla, 77, wore a white chiffon dress with embroidered flowers from Anna Valentine, complemented by a feathered Philip Treacy hat.
The King displayed warmth and affection as he welcomed family members to the fourth day of Royal Ascot today.
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The Royal Family members observed traditional protocol during their interactions, with both Zara Tindall and Princess Eugenie curtsying to the King and Queen.
The warm family reunion highlighted the close relationships within the royal circle, as relatives greeted one another with genuine affection at the prestigious racing event.
On Wednesday, Prince William joined the festivities, travelling in the first carriage alongside King Charles and Queen Camilla after Lord Soames, a close friend of the King, gave up his seat to accommodate the Prince of Wales.
They were accompanied by Saudi Arabia's Prince Saud bin Khalid Al-Saud during the traditional procession from Windsor Castle to the Berkshire racecourse.
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The Princess of Wales's absence from Wednesday's Royal Ascot sparked initial concern when she appeared to withdraw at the last minute, but royal sources quickly clarified it was simply an administrative mix-up.
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The Princess of Wales's absence from Wednesday's Royal Ascot sparked initial concern when she appeared to withdraw at the last minute, but royal sources quickly clarified it was an administrative mix-up.
Ascot executives had initially included Kate in the procession list at noon, placing her in the second carriage with Prince William, but just 22 minutes later guidance was issued confirming she would not attend.
Officials explained that an "inaccurate version" of the list had been "issued in error", with aides emphasising that the princess continues to carefully manage her return to public duties.
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