Kate Middleton has officially withdrawn from the current year’s Royal Ascot to focus on her cancer treatment, palace sources have confirmed. The Princess of Wales, who is believed to have been largely private since the announcement of her diagnosis in March, was expected to make a comeback in her royal engagements in the summer.
Nevertheless, people close to the situation reveal that Kate is putting her health and recovery first, and her medical team is against her appearance at the race meeting. The move stresses the gravity of her condition, though she is still in a good mood, and it is said that treatment is taking effect well.
A Gradual Return to Public Life
Kate, whilst she has retreated from official duties, has been noticed now and then in personal places like being with her kids—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. Those who know the royals well have the opinion that her taking on public roles will be slow and carefully supervised, without any pressure that she returns quickly.
A close friend of the Princess told The Mirror: “Kate is strong, but at the same time, she is very realistic. The only thing she cares about now is that she recovers by herself and for her family. She will come back to public life when it is appropriate, not before.”
Royal Family Rallying Around Kate
Prince William has been very supportive of his wife and has even changed his plans so he can be at home more. The couple, who for the most part have been very private about their relationship, recently celebrated their 13th wedding anniversary. William is said to have quietly and sincerely organized the occasion.
The King is also receiving cancer treatment, and he has said that he is impressed with the strength of Kate. Both Charles and Kate, although facing health issues, have been optimistic, with sources revealing that they have been frequently talking to each other for moral support.
Public Support for the Princess
Since her emotional video announcement in March, Kate has received a ton of messages of support from people all over the world. Fans have taken to social media to send their love, with many praising her courage and resilience.
Other members of the Royal family will still be at Royal Ascot, which is happening from June 18, to come besides Queen Camilla and the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh. But Kate not being there will be noticed, as she has been a regular and loved figure at the event in the past.
What’s Next for Kate?
Even though there aren’t any confirmed plans about her comeback, palace staff have given a hint that Kate might do a few appearances later in the year, depending on her condition. At the time, she is concentrating only on the process of recovery and her family.
In the words of an insider: “The Princess has always been the first to do her duty, but this time, her health is the priority above everything else. The people will be there waiting for her as long as she needs.”
