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Prince William supported by Carole Middleton and close friends at Royal Ascot - best photos

The Prince of Wales   was supported by his in-laws and some of his closest friends at   Royal Ascot   after his wife, the   Princess of Wale...

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The Prince of Wales was supported by his in-laws and some of his closest friends at Royal Ascot after his wife, the Princess of Wales, had to pull out of attending.

For a second year in a row, Kate missed the annual racing meet in Berkshire, as she continues to find the right balance following her treatment for cancer.

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Prince William rode in the carriage procession with Charles and Camilla, and Prince Saud bin Khalid Al-Saud.

The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester were seated in the second carriage, while the King's cousin, Lady Sarah Chatto, and her husband, Daniel, appeared in the fourth.

See the best photos of the royals from day two of Royal Ascot… 

Prince William wearing top hat in carriage
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Solo William

The Prince of Wales looked smart in a morning suit, a patterned tie and a top hat. 

King Charles doffs his hat at the crowd
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Happy and glorious

The King smiled and doffed his top hat at the crowd as the royals arrived in the parade ring. 

King Charles in grey suit and top hat and Queen Camilla in green dress and hat
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Gorgeous in green

The Queen looked beautiful in an emerald green dress and a matching hat, with an emerald brooch.

The Prince of Wales (R) with Prince Saud bin Khalid Al-Saud