Mike Tindallis giving a whole new meaning to “hat trick!”
With Sophie, Countess of Wessex andPrincess Beatricealso looking on, Mike carefully removed his top hat and reached in. He unexpectedly pulled out a miniature hat resembling his own, earning a rare laugh from the famously unflappable Queen.
Sophie and Beatrice also cracked up at Mike’s “magic” trick as he placed the miniature head topper back into his top hat and returned it to his head.
There’s a sweet reason that Mike, 40, was in such a good mood: Tuesday marked thefirst birthdayof his second daughter,Lena Elizabeth.
Blue seemed to be the color of choice for several of the royal women, with the Queen,Princess Beatrice,Princess Eugenieand Zara Tindall all wearing various shades.
Prince William, Mike Tindall and Zara Tindall.James Veysey/Shutterstock
James Veysey/Shutterstock
In her welcoming remarks to racegoers in this year’s Royal Ascot program, the Queen calls the event “one of the sporting events that I have been fortunate to enjoy throughout my life.”
Signing it “Elizabeth R,” she adds that even though racing has been taking place there for more than 300 years, and “much has changed, the horses remain the stars, thrilling us with their beauty, brilliance and courage. The quality and the depth of competition at the Royal Meeting has also continued to prosper.”
Kate Middleton and Zara Tindall.Press Association via AP
She adds, “The best horses and jockeys from across the globe are increasingly drawn to Royal Ascot, and it is truly exciting to welcome competitors from overseas, as strong international competition always adds further interest and fascination.”
source: people.com
