Kate Middleton, the Children’s Princess, Delights Young Fans at Wimbledon.
Kate Middleton, also known as the Children’s Princess, made her much-anticipated appearance at the 2023 Wimbledon tournament on July 4th. While enjoying the early rounds of the prestigious tennis event, she took a heartwarming moment to interact with a young fan.
A video shared by the Instagram account @katemiddletonprincessofwales captures the sweet encounter. As Kate walks by, a young boy excitedly exclaims, “Hi, Princess!” The attentive royal stops in her tracks, waving at the young fan before approaching him.
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Curious and warm-hearted, Kate asks the boy his name and inquires about his day, genuinely interested in his experience at Wimbledon. Noticing the toy in his hands, she takes a keen interest and remarks, “What’s this? Very cool. I like that.” Before bidding farewell, she shares a bright smile and kindly says, “Nice to meet you.”
Kate’s gesture of bending down to speak to the child at eye level reflects her nurturing approach to parenting, often practiced by both Prince William and Kate themselves with their three children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. This endearing parenting tactic has even inspired celebrities like Anne Hathaway, who adopted the approach with her son.
An avid tennis player herself, Princess Kate, aged 41, has been the patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club since 2016, a role passed down from Queen Elizabeth. At Wimbledon, she proudly wears a special green and purple bow tie pin, symbolizing her significant position.
Princess Kate frequently attends the Grand Slam tournament, taking delight in watching early-round matches featuring promising emerging talent on the outer courts. It is highly likely that she will return for the finals this weekend, where she may even present trophies to the deserving winners. It wouldn’t be surprising if she brings along some family members, as seen last year when Prince William accompanied her in the Royal Box, and Prince George made his memorable Wimbledon debut to witness the men’s final.
Recently, Kate showcased her tennis skills on the iconic Wimbledon courts by playing a few sets with tennis star Roger Federer. She also took the time to meet and greet the dedicated ball boys and girls who contribute to the smooth running of the event.
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While Kate’s presence at Wimbledon is always eagerly anticipated, she is not the only member of the royal family to grace the renowned tennis tournament this year. Queen Camilla attended the Royal Box on Wednesday, accompanied by her sister, Annabel Elliot, a tradition they uphold. Furthermore, Queen Elizabeth’s granddaughter, Zara, and her husband, Mike Tindall, enjoyed a day date at Wimbledon, adding to the royal presence at the event.
Last week, James Middleton and his wife, Alizee, who are expecting their first child, were spotted in the seats above Centre Court. On Tuesday, Lady Sarah Chatto, daughter of the late Princess Margaret, and her husband Daniel joined the ranks of tennis enthusiasts at Wimbledon, showcasing the enduring appeal of the tournament to the royal family.
Wimbledon continues to captivate not only sports fans but also the royals, who find joy in the electric atmosphere and the exceptional talent on display.
