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Kate Middleton, Prince William and Other Royals Step Out for Day 1 of Royal Ascot — See What They’re Wearing!
It’s Queen Elizabeth‘s favorite time of the year again — the Royal Ascot! The British monarch was accompanied by many royal family members — including Kate Middleton, Prince William, and more — during day one of the annual event that features “many of the world’s finest racehorses” who “compete for millions of pounds in prize money,” according to the official website.
On the morning of Tuesday, June 18, the 93-year-old queen stepped out alongside all four of her children and several grandchildren. The beloved royal family members celebrated the five-day event — which has been tradition since 1711 — inside the Royal Enclosure, which is an incredibly fancy, invitation-only section of the Ascot Racecourse.
Notably missing was Prince Harry and Meghan Markle — who just welcomed their first child, son Archie Harrison, in early May — as well as Elizabeth’s husband, Prince Philip.
Although royal fans were saddened by some of the family members’ absences, those who showed up sure didn’t disappoint! Scroll down below to see the royal family’s fashion for day one of the Royal Ascot!
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