Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, showcased her fun-loving spirit by engaging in a playful and extreme drinking game at the Sandringham estate in Norfolk.
The event unfolded during the Sandringham Horse Driving Trials, where Sophie was joined by her family for a weekend of festivities.
Sophie of Edinburgh at the Sandringham Horse Driving Trials
On Saturday, June 29, Sophie, aged 59, enthusiastically took part in the game amidst a carriage driving event.
Her husband, Prince Edward, 60, and their daughter, Lady Louise Windsor, 20, watched on, bursting into laughter at her spirited participation.
The game challenged participants to drink while driving a carriage, then place the glass down at the next stop. At one humorous moment, Sophie couldn’t drink her glass in time, ending up driving the carriage while holding the cup with her teeth.
This amusing mishap sent Edward and Lady Louise into fits of laughter, along with many other onlookers.
Edward eagerly captured the comical scene on his smartphone, smiling broadly as he recorded his wife’s antics.
Prince Edward, also father to James, Earl of Wessex, 16, sported a casual look with a white polo shirt, cream trousers, and a straw hat.
Lady Louise opted for a navy polo shirt and beige trousers, her blonde hair neatly tied back.
Sophie looked elegant in a navy velvet jacket and matching hat, complemented by a long skirt and brown boots. She could be seen determinedly trying to finish her drink quickly, with a photo capturing her with a mouthful of liquid, adding to the hilarity.
Despite the playful challenges, Sophie successfully completed the course with a smile. Earlier that day, she had been announced as the new president of the Sandringham Horse Driving Trials.
Lady Louise, currently studying English Literature at St Andrew’s University, also competed in the events over the three-day competition, with her mother cheering her on.
This marked Louise’s first time competing at Sandringham, a passion she inherited from her late grandfather, Prince Philip. She made her debut in carriage driving three years ago, continuing the legacy of Philip, who founded the Sandringham trials in 1982, eager to share one of his favorite sports with the estate.
The trials are held annually, the weekend following the Royal Ascot.