IN BAHRAIN, THE YORK ROYAL FAMILY MAKES A SPLASH ON THE CIRCUIT

The Bahrain Grand Prix took on a royal air on April 13, 2025. Among the privileged spectators at the Sakhir circuit, several members of the British royal family were spotted, attracting the attention of both cameras and Formula 1 fans.

A family reunion under the Sakhir sun

Princess Beatrice of York, accompanied by her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, watched the race from the VIP stands. Princess Eugenie of York and her husband Jack Brooksbank also took part in the event, which was a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.

Not far away, their mother, Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, also made a splash. Wearing a leather jacket by AN-Y1—a brand inspired by drivers' outfits—she showed a particular connection to the world of motor racing.

Other figures present in the paddocks: Zara Tindall, daughter of Princess Anne, and her brother Peter Phillips. Both came to enjoy the event, reinforcing the image of a close, complicit royalty united around a shared passion.

A notable appearance by Beatrice of York

The outing marked one of Princess Beatrice's first official appearances since the birth of her daughter, Athena Elizabeth Rose, on January 22. The premature baby is now doing well, the new mother revealed in an essay published in British Vogue magazine in March. In it, she shared an intimate account of her pregnancy: "I've had an extraordinary life, but my joys and fears of pregnancy and motherhood are the same as those of millions of other women around the world."

Far from any rigid protocol, Beatrice and her husband appeared radiant in photos shared on Instagram. Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi posted two photos in his story: one with him and Beatrice, the other showing Eugenie and Jack, both smiling and visibly happy.

Simple and elegant outfits

Style-wise, the princesses also made a splash. Beatrice opted for an ecru dress with green patterns by Sézane, while Eugenie wore a short-sleeved green dress with a side slit. These looks were simple, elegant, and perfectly suited to the event. This family outing in Bahrain showcases another side of British royalty: one of modernity and relaxation, far removed from strictly ceremonial appearances.

Between a passion for motorsports and shared moments away from the media pressure, the royal family of York made a lasting impression in Bahrain with ease and elegance. A highly publicized yet resolutely intimate interlude, where complicity, style, and warmth took precedence over decorum.

2025-04-17T16:01:09Z