But, why didn’t Peter Philips inherit this royal title?

“I think most people would argue that there are downsides to having titles.”

She continued, “I think that was probably the right thing to do” (via theIndependent).

Peter Philips smiling with facial hair at a royal event

However, like his mother, he reportedly turned the offer down.

Speaking toThe Timesback in 2015, Zara Philips also spoke out in defense of her mother’s decision.

Princess Anne in hat with her son Peter Philips