Duchess enjoys summer outing with her father: See photos

The  Duchess of Edinburgh  brought a special guest with her to the third day of Royal Ascot. The British royal, 58, enjoyed a sweet summer outing with her dad Christopher Bournes Rhys-Jones. Sophie and her father were pictured standing arm in arm at the Ascot Racecourse on June 22.

Back in 2021, the Duchess spoke about her father receiving his COVID-19 vaccine, which she called a “very wonderful birthday present.” During a video call with healthcare staff, Sophie said (via  MailOnline ), “It was an early birthday present because my father received his vaccine. He’s 89 years old and I’m so happy that he’s actually got it. It’s a huge weight off my mind.”

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The Duchess attended the third day of Royal Ascot 2023 with her father. Sophie is Christopher Bournes Rhys-Jones’ second child and only daughter.

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The father-daughter duo shared a sweet moment at the racecourse on June 22.

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The Duchess of Edinburgh’s father had a pair of binoculars handy.

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Prince Edward’s wife looked sophisticated in a Suzannah London dress on the third day of Royal Ascot.

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Sophie styled her hair up in an elegant updo for the summer outing.

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