They were seen for the first time since announcing Zara’s pregnancy when they landed on the Gold Coast earlier this week, after spending Christmas in Sydney.
And Zara Phillips and her rugby star husband, Mike Tindall, wasted no time in heading straight to one of their mutual favourite pastimes – the polo – on Saturday.
The newly-pregnant Queen’s granddaughter plumped for a flattering silky navy dress which fell just above her knee as she cheered on the action from the sidelines.
Zara, 36, accessorised the chic outfit with a straw boater hat, sunglasses and flat gladiator sandals, while Mike Tindall kept things traditional in a light-coloured tartan jacket, chinos and shades.
Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall (both pictured) attended the Magic Millions polo event on the Gold Coast over the weekend
For the occasion the Queen’s granddaughter (left) opted for a navy blue silky dress, sunglasses and a straw boater hat – meanwhile Mike Tindall (right) wore a tartan jacket and chinos
Of course, Zara is no stranger to the Magic Millions polo match on the Gold Coast, held each January (pictured this year) – last year, she took part
Of course, Zara is no stranger to the Magic Millions polo match on the Gold Coast, held each January.
Last year, the equestrian champion took a tumble while playing in the match herself.
This year, while she’s back, there was no danger Zara would get into the saddle, however.
News of Zara’s pregnancy came just over a year after the royal couple suffered the heartache of a miscarriage on Christmas Eve 2016 – and ensured she would definitely not take part in the Magic Millions action.
News of Zara’s pregnancy came just over a year after the royal couple suffered the heartache of a miscarriage on Christmas Eve 2016 (pictured: Zara Phillips and Mike Tindall)
Ever since Zara and Mike announced that they are expecting their second child, the British Royal family have been preparing themselves for a big 2018.
As well as Zara’s pregnancy, the Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William are also expecting their third child, while Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will tie the knot in May.
The Queen is set to become a great-grandmother twice this year.
Ever since Zara (pictured) and Mike announced that they are expecting their second child, the British Royal family have been preparing themselves for a big 2018
Not only will the 36-year-old (pictured) give birth, but Meghan Markle and Prince Harry will also marry – meanwhile, the Duchess of Cambridge is set to give birth to her third child
According to royal sources, Ms Phillips’s second child will be born in the British summer, about three months after William and Kate’s third child (Zara pictured at the polo)
At one stage a gust of wind bellowed Zara’s loose-fitting dress, as she walked around the event holding her pregnant stomach
According to royal sources, Ms Phillips’s second child will be born in the British summer, about three months after William and Kate’s third child, who will be fifth in line to the throne, knocking Prince Harry down to sixth.
This will leave Ms Phillips’s baby 19th in line to the throne, which has been occupied since 1952 by 91-year-old Queen Elizabeth, and the seventh of the monarch’s great-grandchildren.
‘The Queen and members of the royal family were very pleased,’ a spokesperson said of Zara’s pregnancy.
The new arrival will provide a sibling for three-year-old Mia, who was born in an NHS hospital in the Cotswolds in Gloucestershire – where it is expected Zara will also give birth to her second child.
This will leave Ms Phillips’s baby 19th in line to the throne, which has been occupied since 1952 by 91-year-old Queen Elizabeth (pictured with her family and daughter, Mia)
The new arrival will provide a sibling for three-year-old Mia, who was born in an NHS hospital in the Cotswolds – where it is expected Zara will also give birth to her second child
For a number of years Zara – a former world eventing champion and Olympic silver medallist – has been involved with the event which features thoroughbred sales, racing and polo matches
The Queen’s granddaughter (pictured with Mike) is patron of the event’s Magic Millions Racing Women, an initiative promoting racehorse ownership among women
Zara, Mike and Mia Grace have recently spent Christmas in Sydney, before they descended on the Gold Coast this weekend for the Magic Millions horse racing carnival.
The 2018 Magic Millions Carnival is a week-long celebration of all things equine, kicking off with the Pacific Fair Magic Millions Polo featuring world famous polo player Nacho Figueras.
The event brings in millions around the world, and is watched by many.
For a number of years Zara – a former world eventing champion and Olympic silver medallist – has been involved with the event which features thoroughbred sales, racing and polo matches.
The Queen’s granddaughter is patron of the event’s Magic Millions Racing Women, an initiative promoting racehorse ownership among women.