Kate and William Steal the Show at Royal Ascot — And a Fan's 'Up the Villa' Moment Goes Viral

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Royals (1 / 1) 18.06.2026 04:58 / Torben

A sunny greeting, a cheeky football chant and a rare behind-the-scenes snapshot had the crowds at Royal Ascot buzzing — and the couple seemed to relish every second. Read on to discover the full story!

Style and a Warm Comeback

Kate arrived in a vivid yellow Roksanda Brigitte dress with a matching hat and veil, drawing smiles as she settled into the horse-drawn carriage. This marked her first race-day appearance since 2023; she missed 2024 while undergoing cancer treatment and announced remission in January 2025 as she slowly returned to duties.

“Up the Villa” Moment

Prince William playfully engaged with fans when someone shouted the popular Aston Villa chant. He laughed, pointed, shared a fist-pump and praised a strong season with a wink. The prince recently traveled to Turkey to watch Villa lift the UEFA Europa League trophy.