For the first time since they announced their divorce in February, Peter and Autumn Phillips were reunited at the Cheltenham Festival in Gloucestershire on Tuesday, March 10. It was the former couple's first outing together since the news about their split emerged, and it gave birth to rumors that they might be back together.
The two were joined by Peter's mother, Princess Anne, and his younger sister, Zara Tindall, who was said to be close to her sister-in-law, Autumn. As the pair just live at the nearby Gatcombe Park estate, along with their two kids, Savanna, 9, and Isla, 7, it was no surprise that they attended the event.
This outing seemed to spark rumors that Peter and Autumn Phillips were already reunited -- weeks after they announced their divorce. According to Express, they showed a united front when they arrived at the racecourse together.
Despite announcing their decision to go on their separate ways, they both looked at ease in each other's company, along with other members of the royal family. As Princess Anne and Zara Tindall are known talented equestrians, it is no surprise that they all enjoy watching a day of horse racing.
Just last month, Peter and Autumn Phillips surprised everyone when they announced that they were already divorced. As they were not senior members of the royal family, it was not necessary for them to formally announce their separation in public last year. But in the light of the media controversy, a statement was issued to confirm their split.
After informing Peter's grandmother, Queen Elizabeth II, and members of both families last year, the couple both agreed to separate, Hello! Magazine noted. "They had reached the conclusion that this was the best course of action for their two children and ongoing friendship," the statement read.
Peter and Autumn Phillips' decision to divorce and share custody was reached after several months of discussions. Although it was a sad decision, it was said to be an amicable one.
Of course, their priority would be their kids, their wellbeing, and their upbringing. Although both of their family members were sad about the news, they were all fully supportive of their decision to co-parent their children.
Peter and Autumn Phillips both remain in Gloucestershire to bring up their two children. As they are still adapting to the changes in their lives, the pair requested some privacy and compassion for their kids at this time.
