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 is said to be disappointed at not attending the famous social and sporting occasion in Berkshire with her husband and the King and Queen.

It had been expected that the Princess of Wales would join Prince William at Royal Ascot today but it has been confirmed she will not be there as she continues her gradual return to duties following h