Following the ongoing fallout from Prince Andrew’s controversial ties to disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein, King Charles appears to have run out of patience with his younger brother.

Tensions have reportedly escalated due to Andrew’s refusal to leave Royal Lodge, the home he shares with his former wife, Sarah Ferguson. Despite the Duke of York’s damaged reputation, the King seems to be taking a different approach with Ferguson—one aimed at helping restore her public image.

A Royal Comeback for the Duchess of York

Ferguson, the Duchess of York, recently made a high-profile appearance at Wimbledon on June 30 alongside her daughter, Princess Beatrice—her first in many years.

According to royal commentator Ephraim Hardcastle, this public outing is just one example of how King Charles is aiding in her reintegration into royal life. Writing for OK! Magazine, Hardcastle noted, “Sarah Ferguson’s grin from Wimbledon’s Royal Box… confirms her continued rehabilitation under King Charles.”

He added that her presence at Royal Ascot, one of the most prestigious events in the royal calendar, further underscored this shift. “She was also offered a seat in the carriage procession down the course, another privilege denied her since her 1996 divorce,” Hardcastle revealed. However, Ferguson reportedly turned down the offer—possibly out of sensitivity to Andrew’s situation.

A Stark Contrast with Prince Andrew’s Standing

Unlike Ferguson, Prince Andrew has seen his royal privileges steadily eroded. Though he was allowed to attend a pre-racing lunch during Royal Ascot, he was barred from taking part in the racing events themselves. According to insiders, “Andrew, who loved the pomp of the procession, was allowed at the pre-racing lunch but banned from attending the racing.”