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Kate Middleton Attends Wimbledon After Royal Ascot Absence


Kate Middleton's plans for Wimbledon 2025 sparked questions after her surprising Royal Ascot absence amid her return to senior royal duties

Kate made headlines on June 18 when she decided last-minute to pull out of a public appearance at the horse racing festival, where royal family members participate in a procession before the events begin each day. One month later, Kensington Palace confirmed that Kate wouldn’t be involved in any royal engagements until after April at the earliest due to a planned abdominal surgery. Jordan Pettitt – WPA Pool/Getty ImagesAccording to Seward, Royal Ascot is “more exhausting than it looks,” with its early start time, long process for getting ready, outdoor carriage ride in the heat and the intense scrutiny of the public’s attention.

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