Lady Louise Windsor is continuing to compete in the National Carriage Driving Championships at the Ashfields Carriage and Polo Club and on Saturday, she was joined by her rumoured boyfriend, Felix da Silva-Clamp. Felix had seemingly been absent from the first day, but was on hand to cheer on the royal as she managed to get herself into a bronze medal position ahead of the competition’s final day, which will be on Sunday. Friday saw the dressage event, while Saturday was a marathon stage; the final stage will be the ‘cones’.
Speaking to HELLO!, an onlooker described Felix’s support for the royal with the student “cheering and clapping from the sidelines”. They added that Felix “did a fist pump as she went through the water” and was “keen to see [Lady Louise] progress in the sport.” Felix was also described as “protective” over his rumoured partner and that the duo had enjoyed a “nice lunch” together before the event.
On how the royal fared in the event, they said: “Lady Louise was elated, [she] broke into a lovely little grin afterwards. She’s now lying in third place, just has the cones tomorrow.” They continued: “They then watched the other competitors after Lady Louise’s event. No security, [they were] just a couple of fans, cheering competitors on, noting what they do.“
They described the pair as being “mindful” of showing overt expressions of love, but that people could “tell they’re very close”. In response to Lady Louise’s parents, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, leaving the royal and Felix alone, the onlooker remarked: “[It’s nice to see them] getting on with their lives without that parental influence.”
© James Whatling/Kelvin BruceThe pair met at university
So calm
The pair’s conversation flowed naturally and Lady Louise was totally at ease as she put her elbow behind her head.
© James Whatling/Kelvin BruceThe pair are rumoured to be an item
A little flustered?
The royal looked a little bashful at one moment as she leaned closer to Felix.
© James Whatling/Kelvin BruceThe pair had a fun day out
Just chatting
The pair were seen deep in conversation as they wandered around the course.
© James Whatling/Kelvin BruceLouise had a small nod to her parents
Callback to home
Although Lady Louise’s parents weren’t with her, she had a sweet nod to them. The royal was seen wearing a shirt from Bagshot Park, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh’s residence in Windsor.
© James Whatling/Kelvin BruceLady Louise is always so fashionable
Royal outfit
Finishing off her look, the royal wore a cap, a pair of cream trousers and hiking boots, perfect for the rough terrain.
© James Whatling/Kelvin BruceLady Louise is a keen carriage driver
Competition girl
The 21-year-old thrilled on the second day of the National Carriage Driving Championships as she sailed through the course.
© James Whatling/Kelvin BruceFelix could be seen cheering on the royal
Felix’s support
Felix could be seen cheering Lady Louise from the background as she made her way through the wet and muddy track. Felix is the blurry figure in the white shirt and cap.
© James Whatling/Kelvin BruceFelix looked so proud of Lady Louise
Supportive man
Felix was seen filming Lady Louise’s performance on Saturday. The royal will no doubt review the footage to see areas where she can improve, despite getting into an impressive third position.
© Kelvin Bruce/James WhatlingFelix got excited
Proud of Louise
As Lady Louise progressed through the course, Felix made his passion known as he was seen fist-bumping.
© Kelvin Bruce/James WhatlingThe course got very wet
The course
© James Whatling/Kelvin BruceLady Louise was so happy!
Happy with her performance
Lady Louise was seen grinning as she finished the course.
© James Whatling/Kelvin BruceLouise picked up the sport from her late grandfather
Huge smile
Look just how impressed the royal was with her performance!
© James Whatling/Kelvin BruceLady Louise and Felix later joined the crowd
Cheering on the rest
After Lady Louise competed in her event, they headed to watch more advanced competitors, cheering on some of the main players.
© Kelvin Bruce/James WhatlingLady Louise will no doubt have been keenly watching
Taking notes
As fans of the sport, the pair will no doubt have been taking notes of the other performances.
© Kelvin Bruce/James WhatlingLady Louise has a final event on Sunday
End of the day
At the end of the day’s events, Louise and Felix were seen leaving together.
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