Sara Ali Khan created a buzz on social media after sharing glimpses from the prestigious Royal Ascot event in England, including a picture with Hollywood star Henry Cavill. The unexpected Bollywood-Hollywood crossover left fans excited, with many calling it a meeting of the “Pataudi princess” and “Superman.“Sara attended the iconic horse racing event as a guest of luxury watch brand Longines. Sharing pictures from the occasion, she wrote, “A royal affair with @longines.”
Sara’s elegant Royal Ascot appearance wins hearts
For the event, Sara opted for a sophisticated ivory skirt suit paired with a delicate fascinator. She completed the look with a matching clasp purse, perfectly fitting the formal dress code associated with Royal Ascot.Among the photos she shared was one featuring Henry Cavill, which quickly caught the attention of fans online. Social media users flooded the comments section, delighted to see the Bollywood actor posing alongside the former Superman star.The annual event in Berkshire, England, was attended by several members of the British royal family, including King Charles III, Queen Camilla, Prince William and Princess Catherine.
Saif Ali Khan pays tribute to Tiger Pataudi
While Sara was making headlines at Royal Ascot, her father Saif Ali Khan was attending a significant event of his own in England.The actor took part in a special ceremony at Winchester College, where a commemorative plaque was unveiled in honour of his father, the late Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, fondly known as Tiger Pataudi. The plaque was installed at the college’s historic cricket pavilion, Hunter Tent.
‘Winchester was where my father’s cricketing journey truly began’
Speaking at the event, Saif reflected on his father’s deep connection with the institution and expressed gratitude for the tribute.“As a former pupil of Winchester College myself, it’s a great privilege to return here today to honour my father’s legacy. Winchester was where my father’s cricketing journey truly began. It was a place he spoke of with great affection, not only for the sport but for the friendships, values and experiences that shaped him,” he said.“Our family is immensely proud and grateful that Winchester College has chosen to honour him in this way. We hope this plaque will inspire future generations of pupils, just as Winchester inspired him,” he added.
Winchester College celebrates Tiger Pataudi’s legacy
Sir Richard Stagg, Warden of Winchester College, described Tiger Pataudi as one of the institution’s most distinguished former students and a cricketing icon.“Tiger Pataudi remains one of the most distinguished figures in the history of cricket, and a source of immense pride to Winchester College. He was a cricketing prodigy at the School, beating a record for runs scored in a season set by Douglas Jardine in 1919. He went on to become a great cricketer and a leader of Indian cricket,” he said.Stagg also noted that the tribute celebrated the enduring cultural and sporting ties between India and the United Kingdom through their shared love of cricket.As Sara turned heads at one of Britain’s most glamorous social events, Saif spent the day honouring a sporting legend whose legacy continues to inspire generations on and off the cricket field.
