Zara Tindall may be a member of the Royal Family, but, she has never had to work for the monarchy. This is because both Zara, 44, and her brother Peter Phillips, 47, were not given royal titles at birth by their mother, Princess Anne, allowing them to live more ordinary lives.

However, while Zara has previously praised her mum for having made this decision, it seems that not being given a royal title at birth does not mean the royal can never step up and represent the monarchy if she wishes. Although Zara has not shown any ambition to do this so far, Princess Anne's daughter could experience a change when her cousin Prince William becomes King in the future, which could see her attend more than just the big royal events.

Instead, the mum-of-three could start representing the monarchy on the public stage on a subject close to her heart - horse racing.

As a former Olympic medallist, Zara has always been fond of horses and continues to ride and attend racing events.

It is now rumoured that her love of horses could be used on the royal stage when William, 43, becomes King.

Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond told The Mirror: "There will be so many demands on his time when he (William) is King that I think it's a brilliant idea - if the reports are to be believed - that he might hand over racing matters to Zara Tindall.

"Like her mother, she lives and breathes horses; she's also extremely glamorous and well-liked and it would be a perfect fit."

She continued: "I don't think William or Catherine are particularly interested in the racing world, so it would work out well, although I'm sure they would still trot along to Ascot from time to time.

"They'd always be sure of a bit of fun and a giggle with Zara and Mike."

Earlier this month, Zara and her husband Mike Tindall joined fellow royals and racing enthusiasts at Royal Ascot on a number of days.

While Prince William attended just one day of the event, Princess Kate made no appearance this year as she continues her gradual return to work following her cancer treatment last year, with the cancer now in remission.