India, June 18 -- The Princess of Wales backed out of attending Royal Ascot at the last minute as she continues to "find the right balance" in her return to public life after her cancer diagnosis, according to a Daily Mail report.

Kate Middleton was "disappointed" to miss the well-known social and sporting event in Berkshire, where she had planned to join her husband, Prince William, along with King Charles and Queen Camilla.

Racegoers had been hoping to see her, especially since Prince William was scheduled to present race prizes during the second day of the meet.

Ascot officials had confirmed at 12 p.m. that the Princess would appear in the second carriage of the royal procession, alongside Prince William. But shortly before 12:30 pm...