Prince William shared a tender moment with Zara Tindall at Royal Ascot yesterday, warmly embracing his cousin during the event. A lip reader noted Zara greeted William with, “Hi, lovely to see you, are you ok?” to which he replied, “Yes, of course I am, it’s wonderful.” Zara was even seen affectionately adjusting William’s jacket.

Prince William shared a tender moment with Zara Tindall as she checked in on her cousin at Royal Ascot yesterday

The two cousins, close since childhood and just 13 months apart, have maintained their strong bond. Zara looked elegant in a pink floral dress and cream hat, while William shared a playful moment with Princess Eugenie, teasing her about her pink hat’s long tassel.

The Prince of Wales, 41, was spotted warmly embracing Princess Anne 's daughter, 43, during the second day of the races in Berkshire

William also assisted his mother-in-law, Carole Middleton, when her heel got stuck in the grass, helping her laugh off the mishap. Zara showed her sociable nature by warmly greeting Princess Beatrice, Sarah Ferguson, and other family members with hugs and kisses.

The two cousins, born just 13 months apart, had a close relationship since childhood and they have continued to be good friends

Queen Camilla, in a turquoise outfit, also embraced Zara, highlighting the affectionate atmosphere among the royals at the event.

Zara looked sophisticated in an elegant pink floral dress which she paired with a cream trilby hat and delicate cream earrings