The Queen was full of pride at the Royal Windsor Horse Show on Friday, as she watched her granddaughter, Lady Louise, take part in the prestigious event. Seated alongside the Earl and Countess of Wessex in the stands, the Queen beamed with joy as her 18-year-old granddaughter led the Fell Pony Society centenary parade into the arena.
The moment held special significance, as Lady Louise was driving the carriages once owned by her late grandfather, the Duke of Edinburgh, whose passion for carriage driving she has inherited. Prince Philip, a prominent figure in the world of carriage driving, passed his love for the sport onto Lady Louise, who is now continuing his legacy with great pride.
This appearance marked a special return for the Queen, who had been absent from the public eye for some time. Her Majesty has long considered the Royal Windsor Horse Show one of her favourite annual events, and her presence was a testament to her love of the sport. In addition to watching Lady Louise ride, the Queen had several of her own horses competing in the show. One of her highland ponies took home first place in a competition, and the Queen was visibly delighted when she was presented with the winning trophy to cheers from the crowd.
Arriving in a Range Rover early in the morning, the Queen enjoyed watching her pony compete from the comfort of the passenger seat. Later, she was driven to the main arena, where she carefully stepped out of the car with the assistance of a walking stick.
This marked her first public appearance since a memorial service for the Duke of Edinburgh in March. Due to her ongoing mobility issues, the Queen has been making selective choices about the events she can attend, often deciding shortly before they begin. Despite her challenges, Her Majesty’s evident joy at the Royal Windsor Horse Show showcased her enduring love for her family and the equestrian tradition.
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