William and Catherine, duke and duchess of Cambridge, head to the races at the Epsom Derby

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It’s off to the races for royal couple William and Catherine, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

Will and Kate made a public showing at the Derby Festival, a prestigious U.K. horse race where William’s grandmother the Queen had a trusty steed in competition.

At Epsom Downs Racecourse, in a suburb southwest of London, the newlyweds caused a stir, with Will in traditional top hat and tails. Kate opted for a cream-colored outfit with a metallic woven fascinator headpiece.

Prince Harry kept the pair company in the royal box, looking upon their grandmother’s horse Carlton House. Though Carlton House came in third place, the group was all smiles, including their cousins, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie.

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Left photo: Duke and Duchess of Cambridge William and Catherine attend the Derby Festival at Epsom Downs outside of London. Credit: Steve Parsons / Associated Press

Right photo: Catherine chats with Princess Eugenie. Credit: Adrian Dennis / Getty Images