Calorie and Michael Middleton attend royal Ascot for this reason

Smiling Michael and Carole Middleton, who have spent months at the Princess of Wales’ side, make first public appearance since Kate’s cancer diagnosis at Ascot alongside other royals

The Princess of Wales’ mother and father – Carole and Michael Middleton – have attended the second day of Royal Ascot, in their first public appearance since their daughter’s cancer diagnosis.

Dressed in all their finery, the beaming couple looked in good spirits as they arrived side-by-side for the prestigious event at the Berkshire racecourse – alongside royals such as Zara and Mike Tindall

The Middletons’ outing comes after their daughter Kate, 42, who has been receiving chemotherapy for an undisclosed form of cancer since February, made a spectacular return to public life during Trooping the Colour on Saturday.

Prince William, who led the royal carriage procession along side Queen Camilla in the absence of his father on day two of the society event, spent time chatting to his mother and father-in-law ahead of the races beginning.

In spite of the absence of the King and Princess of Wales from the event, there was a strong turnout of royals today, with the Windsors – and the Middletons – putting on a united front in the face of recent adversities.

The royals mingled freely, with Zara and Mike Tindall chatting to the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh and Princess Eugenie and husband Jack Brooksbank.

Princess Beatrice, elegant in floral pink, was also in attendance, alongside her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi and mother, the Duchess of York.

Carole and Michael Middleton’s last public appearance was at Kate’s annual Royal Carols: Together at Christmas at Westminster Abbey in London in December.

Three months later, Kate announced to the world her cancer diagnosis.

Carole, 69, sporting a £350 light blue frock from Self-Portrait for today’s outing, has reportedly been supporting her daughter through her cancer treatment at her home in Windsor.

Her floral dress appeared reminiscent of Kate’s £1,275 blue lace creation by Elie Saab, which she first wore to Royal Ascot in 2019. It also featured a dainty bow and pleated detailing.

Proving to be a queen of coordination, Carole teamed her long-sleeved summer dress with a matching light blue fascinator, featuring a statement flower, and a pair of dark blue heels.