Zara Tindall, a professional equestrian and niece of King Charles, recently competed in the NAF Five Star International Hartpury Horse Trials in Gloucester, where her 11-year-old daughter, Mia, was a supportive spectator. Zara rode two horses, Showtime (nicknamed Cracker) and Class Affair (Socks), while Mia showed a keen interest in the event, even gently petting one of the horses. Zara has introduced all her children to riding, continuing a family tradition shared by her nieces and other royal children like Prince George and Princess Charlotte, who have also taken horseback riding lessons.

The passion for equestrian sports runs deep in Zara’s family, with her mother, Princess Anne, being the first British royal to compete in the Olympics in equestrian events, and Queen Elizabeth also known for her love of horses. Zara has expressed how meaningful this shared love for horses is within her family, highlighting the special bond and partnership between horse and rider as an incredible experience. This equestrian legacy remains a cherished part of their lives, passed down through generations.