The question 'Is Kate Middleton okay?' surged on social media Wednesday afternoon after the Princess of Wales abruptly withdrew from her scheduled appearance at Royal Ascot, one of the most anticipated events in the British social calendar.

The Princess of Wales has pulled out of attending Royal Ascot at the last minute as she continues to find the right balance following her battle with cancer.Kate is said to be disappointed at not attending the famous social and sporting occasion in Berkshire with her husband and the King and Queen.

Catherine, Princess of Wales dropped out of a planned engagement at Royal Ascot at short notice on Wednesday. Kate, 43, had been expected to join her husband Prince William as well as King Charles and Queen Camilla at the horse racing event. Racegoers were hoping to see the popular royal during the traditional carriage procession at the racecourse.