Kensington Palace confirms the princess is focusing on finding balance in her recovery, having recently celebrated remission after undergoing chemotherapy.
Catherine, Princess of Wales, Withdraws from Royal Ascot Amid Health Recovery

Catherine, Princess of Wales, Withdraws from Royal Ascot Amid Health Recovery
Catherine's last-minute decision to skip the prestigious horse racing event raises concerns regarding her health journey post-cancer treatment.
Catherine, the Princess of Wales, has abruptly canceled her attendance at Royal Ascot this Wednesday, drawing attention to her ongoing recovery journey from cancer. Kensington Palace announced that while Catherine's husband, Prince William, will carry on with the royal tradition at the event, the princess will remain at home as she carefully navigates her return to public life.
Since publicly revealing in September that she had completed chemotherapy for an undisclosed type of cancer, Catherine has been making more frequent appearances, indicating progress in her health. In January, she shared the good news of being in remission. However, recent developments suggest that she is keen to balance her commitments with her health needs. An anonymous palace official expressed that Catherine feels “disappointed” to miss out, emphasizing her desire to strike the right balance during her recovery phase.
Notably, she participated in the Trooping the Color ceremony recently, which celebrates King Charles III's birthday, symbolizing her gradual return to royal duties, albeit at a more measured pace. As curiosity surrounding the state of her health continues, this story remains ongoing, and updates will be provided as they develop.