Despite being featured in the Royal Ascot programme, the Princess of Wales pulled out of the event yesterday, leaving Prince William to attend the racing day solo

Kate Middleton canceled her appearance at the 2025 Royal Ascot at the last minute on June 18, though the palace expressed the Princess of Wales was disappointed to be missing out on the annual event. Recently, the Prince and Princess of Wales 'were able to step back and reassess their priorities.'

LONDON (AP) — 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.