Today, the Duchess chose casual attire for her visit to Plymouth, England.
Attending the Sail GP races, she supported the 1851 Trust in her capacity as patron.
The artwork she received was a thoughtful gift from the New Zealand sailing team and their partner, Live Ocean.
The SailGP event, now in its second year in Plymouth, featured nine teams competing in high-speed races.
Sir Ben Ainslie led the British team, reaching speeds of up to 55 mph.
Below, the Duchess with Sir Ben and Hannah Mills, OBE, celebrated sailor and two-time world champion.
The 1851 Trust, initiated by Sir Ben and Sir Keith Mills in 2014, is named after the year the first America’s Cup race was held.
Before the races, the Duchess engaged with young participants in sustainability activities.
She learned about seagrass growth from the youngsters and discussed the importance of ocean conservation.
Carnegie Bedlow, a 12-year-old from St Helier, shared his excitement about meeting the Duchess and his passion for sailing.
The Duchess’s participation in the race was marked by her removal of jewelry, including earrings and her engagement ring, for safety.
She was seen in a wetsuit, ready to join the race, alongside team members and Georgie Thompson, Sir Ben’s wife.
The Duchess was ferried to the racing catamarans, preparing for a friendly Commonwealth Race against the New Zealand team.
She was equipped with a headset, ready to join Sir Ben on the high-speed F50 foiling catamarans, often compared to Formula 1 racecars of the sea.
The race was a highlight, with the British team clinching victory over New Zealand, a moment of pride for the Duchess and the entire team.
Today’s attire included tailored shorts by Holland Cooper and a striped cashmere sweater by Erdem, paired with updated Superga Cotu Classic sneakers.
After the race, the Duchess changed into a more relaxed outfit, featuring Helly Hansen hiking shorts and a Henri Lloyd Team GB cap.
Today was a showcase of sport, sustainability, and style, perfectly captured in the Duchess’s engagements and wardrobe choices.
