Zara and Mike Tindall showcased their enduring affection on the third day of the Cheltenham Festival, exuding charm and elegance as they enjoyed the event together.

The 47-year-old former rugby star was seen gazing lovingly at Zara, who looked stunning in a chic chocolate velvet suit paired with a vibrant lime silk blouse and a striking green hat adorned with a rose detail.

Mike, not to be outdone, cut a dashing figure in a checkered suit and blue shirt. His admiration for his royal wife was palpable, as he seemed unwilling to look away while they posed for photos at the Gloucestershire racecourse.

Princess Anne’s daughter completed her sophisticated ensemble with a pair of delicate drop golden earrings, adding a touch of sparkle to her already glamorous outfit.

The 44-year-old royal equestrian and former Olympian opted for minimal makeup, allowing her natural beauty to shine. Her clear complexion was highlighted with a light foundation, complemented by a subtle pink lipstick.

As Cheltenham Racecourse Director, Zara, alongside Mike, has maintained a steady presence at the festival, attending every day. Their appearances have been notable, as they joined Queen Camilla, Princess Anne, and Carole Middleton, Kate’s mother, during the previous day’s Ladies Day event.

Zara and Mike Tindall appeared as loved-up as ever while attending the third day of the Cheltenham Festival today

The Princess of Wales’ 71-year-old mother arrived arm-in-arm with Zara, carrying a  chic Hermes ostrich skin Birkin bag with an eye-watering price tag of approximately £20,000, and sporting the same £115 Hicks & Brown fedora Kate once wore at Sandringham in 2020.

Although the Princess wasn’t present at yesterday’s occasion, Carole was still clearly comfortable in the company of her daughter’s in-laws and was even seen throwing her arms around no-nonsense Princess Anne – who is not usually one for public displays of affection. 

But Carole’s appearance on Zara’s arm only further highlighted Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie’s apparent exile from royal life amid the ongoing fallout surrounding Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

The York sisters were once the ones proudly displayed by the King’s niece. Beatrice joined her cousin Zara in 2024, while Eugenie last joined the royal fold at Cheltenham in 2025.

But it’s unlikely the princesses will be attending the annual four-day festival this year – after they were reportedly banned from joining the Royal Family at their much-loved Royal Ascot in the summer.

For Zara, she instead appeared to rely on the glamour of Kate’s mother for Ladies Day, with the duo seemingly coordinating their outfits for the occasion.

The former rugby ace, 47, was snapped gazing adoringly at his royal wife, who was dressed to impress in a chocolate velvet suit, teamed with a lime silk blouse and a rose-detailed green hat

Looking equally stylish in a check suit and blue shirt, Mike appeared reluctant to take his eyes off Zara as they posed up a storm at the Gloucestershire racecourse

Adding a touch of glitz to her outfit, Princess Anne’s daughter completed her glamorous look with a set of delicate drop golden earrings

The royal equestrian and former Olympian, 44, kept her makeup to a minimum, allowing her flawless complexion to shine through a sheer layer of foundation while opting for a swipe of pink lipstick

The pair sported near-identical coats, with Zara finishing her outfit with a burgundy blouse, dark brown skirt and black suede boots from Fairfax & Favor.  

Meanwhile, the Queen arrived for Ladies Day wearing a camel coat with a brown suede skirt and matching boots as she added a touch of flair with a feather hat by Philip Treacy. 

Not long after, the Princess Royal was seen making her way to the course in a forest green ensemble that she paired with a brightly coloured silk scarf. 

The senior royals joined thousands of revellers to celebrate the return of Ladies Day after a seven-year break from the cherished festival tradition.