Princess Kate will be able to attend the Wimbledon final this Sunday despite her recent step back from public duties, Kensington palace has confirmed.
Officials from the Wimbledon tennis tournament had previously said they were ‘hopeful’ Kate would be able to return to present trophies after Sunday’s final. The princess, who carried out the duty in 2023, is known to be a tennis lover and even amateur player.
‘We’re hopeful that the Princess of Wales will be able to present the trophies as the Club’s patron, but her health and recovery is the priority,’ said All England Club chair Debbie Jevans.
The palace confirmed Kate was stepping back from her royal duties in March, after the princess released a surprise video on social media to share her cancer diagnosis.
She is now undergoing preventative treatment.Meanwhile, Prince William will fly to Berlin for the Euro 2024 final as England face off against Spain, the palace has confirmed.
He will be joined by Britain’s new prime minister, Sir Keir Starmer, as the men’s team attempts to rectify their final stage knockout against Italy in 2020.
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Kate Middleton will attend Wimbledon 2024 final, palace confirms
Kensington Palace has confirmed that Princess Kate will attend the Wimbledon 2024 final, and carry out her royal duties.
The princess attended the Wimbledon 2023 final to give out trophies at the final, with officials saying they hoped she would be able to do so again this year.
Kate is currently undergoing preventative cancer treatment, after she released a social media video sharing her diagnosis in March.
Sunday’s final will mark a rare public appearance for the royal since her statement, and potentially a return to more duties in the future.
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Albert Toth13 July 2024 10:38
Will the Princess of Wales children attend Wimbledon alongside their mother?
With the confirmation of Kate’s attendance at the Wimbledon 2024 final, many fans are wondering whether her children – George, Charlotte and Louis – will be by her side.
Last year, the Prince and Princess of Wales were accompanied by their eldest children Princes George, 10, and Princess Charlotte, 9. Young Prince Louis, 5 at the time, was the only one absent.
However, it’s not yet clear which of her children will accompany Kate to Wimbledon on Sunday, as husband William will be attending the Euro 2024 final on the same day.
All three of the children are known to enjoy watching football with their parents. It will be up to them whether they remain in the UK to see the tennis, or head to Berlin to watch the Lions (hopefully) bring it home.
Either way, Kate will be in familar company as both her sister, Pippa, and their parents have been spotted in attendance at the tournament. It’s likely they will watch the final in the Royal Box alongside her.
![The Princess of Wales with Prince George and Princess Charlotte at Wimbledon 2023](https://i0.wp.com/static.independent.co.uk/2023/07/16/12/kate.jpg?ssl=1)
Albert Toth13 July 2024 14:30
Prince William charity polo match raises over £1 million
Alongside watching sporting events, William likes to get active himself sometimes as he showed in a recent charity polo match.
The Prince of Wales was pictured on Friday on horseback, participating in the Guards Polo Club charity event for the 13th time.
He has been an avid player of the sport since childhood. Last year, his wife Princess Kate presented him with a trophy at the event, but was unable to do so this year amid her ongoing cancer treatment.
She will, however, be in attendance at the Wimbleon 2024 final to present trophies, while William attends England’s Euro 2024 final match.
“Each year the polo match raises a million pounds for deserving charities and that is the driver of why the Prince of Wales takes part,” said a Kensington Palace spokesperson.
“To date, the Prince playing polo has raised an incredible £13 million for charities that the Prince and Princess support.”
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Albert Toth13 July 2024 14:00
Football fan William reveals how England’s Lions inspired charity project
The Prince of Wales has revealed how Gareth Southgate’s Euro 2024 team has inspired his project to end homelessness.
William marked the first year of his Homewards initiative by returning to the London Borough of Lambeth where he launched the programme, and revealed he shouted himself hoarse during the Three Lions’ thrilling semi-final victory over the Netherlands, in Germany.
The future King apologised for his slight loss of voice as he met representatives working to eradicate homelessness across the UK.
In a speech he reiterated his belief that homelessness “can be ended” and said the ideas and approaches being developed in the six target areas “will have the power to inspire change across the UK and beyond”.
Albert Toth13 July 2024 13:30
When can fans expect to see Princess Kate tomorrow?
With confirmation that Kate will be attending the final day of the Wimbledon tennis tournament tomorrow, royal fans will likely be wondering when she will make her appearance.
Last year, the Princess of Wales presented the champion’s trophy to men’s singles winner Carlos Alcaraz. She also presented the runner-up award to veteran Novak Djokovic.
Now, the two giants will play each other once again, with Djokovic looking to reclaim his spot as Alcaraz mounts his defence. The game will take place at 2pm and could last up to five hours, if it goes a similar way to last time.
Fans can expect to see Kate from the beginning of the match, as it has been confirmed she will be attending. She will also once again be handing out the trophy.
It is also possible she will be present in the Royal Box at earlier points in the day, alongside celebrities and VIPs.
![Kate Middleton presents the Men’s Singles Trophy at Wimbledon 2023](https://i0.wp.com/static.independent.co.uk/2024/07/13/12/GettyImages-1548874628.jpg?ssl=1)
Albert Toth13 July 2024 13:00
William cheers on England team ahead of Sunday’s Euro final
The Prince of Wales has urged England men’s football team to “go out there and show the world what you’re made of” ahead of the Euro 2024 final.
Writing on Twitter/X, William – who is president of the Football Association (FA) – has encouraged the Lions to secure victory in the decisive match against Spain.
The palace has confirmed he will be in attendance at the match, alongside the UK’s new prime minister, Keir Starmer.
Albert Toth13 July 2024 12:27
Prince and Princess of Wales to spend a sporting Sunday apart as Euros and Wimbledon wrap up
As the palace confirms that Kate will be attending the Wimbledon final on Sunday, it means she will be spending the day apart from husband William – who will be over 500 miles away.
The Prince of Wales is confirmed to be attending the Euro 2024 final in Berlin, rallying behind the England squad as they take on Spain.
William was also in attendance at England’s 2020 Euro final, bringing his eldest son Prince George. The Lions were beaten on penalties after the scoreline ended 1-1 at full-time – a fate they will be hoping to avoid tomorrow.
King Charles has also sent his “best wishes” to the England squad ahead of the decisive match, adding a friendly quip about their play style at the tournament:
“If I may encourage you to secure victory before the need for any last minute wonder-goals or another penalties drama, I am sure the stresses on the nation’s collective heart rate and blood pressure would be greatly alleviated!”
![Prince William attends England’s Euro 2024 match against Switzerland in Duesseldorf, July 6](https://i0.wp.com/static.independent.co.uk/2024/07/06/17/newFile-8.jpg?ssl=1)
Albert Toth13 July 2024 11:45
Prince and Princess of Wales congratulate Anne on return to royal duties
Amid the positive news of Kate’s appearance at tomorrow’s Wimbledon final, the Prince and Princess of Wales have also congratulated Princess Anne on her own return to royal duties.
Sharing a message on X/Twitter, the royal couple said: “Super trooper! So great to see you back so soon! W & C x”
Princess Anne was attending an event to mark the Riding for the Disabled Association’s 55th anniversary. It marks her first public appearance since she sustained a head injury thought to be received by a horse last month.
Speaking to an organiser of the event, the princess royal reportedly said she “can’t remember a single thing” about the incident.
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Albert Toth13 July 2024 11:15
Princess Anne speaks out after horse injury sparked health fears
Princess Anne has stepped out in public for the first time since she received a head injury thought to be received by a horse last month.
Addressing the incident, the Princess Royal reportedly said she “can’t remember a single thing” about it, and seemed to be in good spirits.
Anne, known to be an avid equestrian enthusisast, was attending a celebration of the Riding for the Disabled Association’s (RDA) 55th anniversary.
“It’s a huge honour for the princess to come to the RDA as her only event since the accident,” said Helena Vega Lozano, chair of RDA UK.
“As soon as she got out of the car she said: ‘I can’t remember a single thing about it.’”
Albert Toth13 July 2024 10:02
Pippa Middleton makes first public appearance since sister’s diagnosis
Pippa Middleton, has made her first public appearance since her sister Princess Kate’s cancer diagnosis in March.
The royal’s younger sister, 40, stepped out in a fashionable floral jumpsuit with husband James Matthews. The mother-of-three smiled for paparazzi as she mingled with the crowd ahead of Sunday’s final.
Meanwhile, Kate’s parents Carole and Michael Middleton attended Day 10 of the tournament, sitting in the royal box as they watched the action.
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Albert Toth13 July 2024 09:13