The Royal Family Shares New Photos of King Charles and Queen Camilla with Their Message
King Charles III and Queen Camilla have issued a statement following reports that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have extended an olive branch to ailing Kate Middleton.
On Tuesday, June 18, King Charles and Queen Camilla attended the first day of the horse racing event at Ascot Racecourse, leading the Royal Procession which marks the start of each race day.
The Royal Family’s social media account shared new photos of the King and Queen at the event, captioning them: "A wonderful first day at @AscotRacecourse to kick off Royal Ascot 2024!"
After participating in Trooping the Colour on Saturday and Garter Day on Monday, the royal couple continued their public engagements with the horse racing event on Tuesday.
Their heartfelt message, coming amidst reports of the Sussexes attempting to mend their rift with Kate and William, read: "We are delighted to welcome you to Royal Ascot for another week of spectacular racing that draws spectators and viewers from across the globe."
They added: "Many of the winners will go on to make a significant contribution to the international bloodstock industry and we are pleased that the Royal Meeting continues to play such an important role for breeders. Long may that continue.
"We look forward to the first running of the King Charles III Stakes, formerly the King's Stand Stakes, a race which has been won by some of the world's greatest sprinters in recent years."
The royals concluded: "We wish all the participants this week the very best of luck in seeking that unique thrill of a Royal Ascot winner. We also hope that those here at the racecourse and watching from home will enjoy five days of the finest racing that this sport has to offer."
This statement from the royal family follows reports that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have expressed a desire to reconcile with future King William and his wife Kate. According to an insider quoted by Closer, Meghan is eager to end the feud: "Meghan's desperate to come across as the bigger person and end this feud between them. And, despite all their bad blood, her heart does go out to Kate - she can only imagine how hard this situation must be for her."
The source added: "Meghan has made it clear she'd love nothing more than to move past all the nonsense and find a way towards healing for everyone's sake. She's ready to let the anger and bitterness go."
