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Kate Middleton at Wimbledon men’s final as William set for England Euros match – live
Princess Kate will attend the Wimbledon gentlemen’s singles final later today and present the trophy to the winner in her second public appearance since her cancer diagnosis was announced.
Kate was not able to make the women’s final on Saturday but she is expected to present the men’s trophy to the victor in today’s clash between Carlos Alcaraz and Novac Djokovic. The princess, who carried out the duty in 2023, is known to be a tennis lover and an amateur player of the game.
Meanwhile the Prince of Wales will be in Berlin to cheer on England in the final of the Euros. Prince William urged the England men’s team to “go out there and show the world what you’re made of” in their match against Spain.
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.
Prince William to attend Euros final in Berlin to watch England take on Spain
While Princess Kate is in London watching the tennis, Prince William is representing the royal family in Berlin for the football.
Prince William, who is president of the Football Association, will attend England’s Euro 2024 final against Spain later on Sunday. In a social media post on Saturday, the Prince of Wales wrote: “We are so proud of you all England, just one last push to finish the job! Go out there and show the world what you’re made of. We believe. W.”
William attended England’s quarter-final victory over Switzerland a week ago and the group stage game against Denmark, and was seen cheering enthusiastically in the stands.
Prime minister Sir Keir Starmer will also be in attendance at the Euros final today.
Holly Bancroft14 July 2024 10:21
Princess Kate expected to attend Wimbledon men’s final in rematch of Alcaraz vs Djokovic
Princess Kate will be familiar with the faces on Wimbledon’s Centre Court today, with Carlos Alcaraz and Novac Djokovic facing up for a rematch of last year’s final.
Kate had the duty of presenting the Wimbledon trophy to the young Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz in last year’s clash – will she be doing the same today?
Here are the photos from her appearance in 2023.
Holly Bancroft14 July 2024 09:26
In case you missed it: 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 Toth14 July 2024 07:00
‘Party-goer’ Prince Harry and ‘outsider’ Meghan Markle depicted in new Royal portraits
But the abstract paintings, which depict Prince Harry as Bonnie Prince Charlie and Meghan Markle as Dame Elizabeth Grey, have received a strong reaction online.
One commentator on X, formerly Twitter, admits to having fallen to the floor laughing upon seeing the portraits, while a second likened the abstract works to the new, red portrait of King Charles.
A third questioned whether the artist was a four-year-old child.
Albert Toth14 July 2024 05:30
In case you missed it: Kate Middleton to attend Wimbledon 2024 final today
Kate will attend the Wimbledon 2024 men’s single final and present trophies, the palace has confirmed.
There were some doubts about whether the Princess of Wales would be able to return to her role this year amid health concerns.
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.
Albert Toth14 July 2024 04:00
Chief royal baker who made Charles and Diana’s wedding cake buried with piping bag in hand
The late Queen Elizabeth II‘s chief cake maker has been laid to rest with his piping bag in hand as tributes for the ‘Master of the Royal Icing’ pour in.
Eddie Spence MBE was responsible for almost every major baked good during the Queen’s reign.
In his 71-year-long career, Mr Spence created the centrepiece at King Charles and Princess Diana’s wedding, the late Queen’s silver and golden jubilee and Princess Margarets nuptials to Antony Armstrong-Jones in 1960.
Upon his passing at the age of 91, his wife Tracey Spence paid tribute: “A small tribute to a legend my Superman my hero, my reason for being my amazing husband. The Master of Royal Icing but so much more.”
Albert Toth14 July 2024 02:30
Prince Harry accepts controversial award amid backlash and hails ‘eternal bond’ with Princess Diana in speech
Prince Harry praised his “eternal bond” with Princess Diana while accepting the Pat Tillman Award for veterans amid an intense backlash.
The Duke of Sussex, 39, was given the honour for his work with the Invictus Games, which celebrates the sporting achievements of wounded, sick or injured service people.
It is named after the late Pat Tillman, a former American footballer who gave up his career to serve in the US military in the wake of 9/11. He was subsequently killed in Afghanistan in 2004.
Albert Toth14 July 2024 01:00
Wimbledon LIVE: Follow all the updates as Princess Kate confirmed to attend the final day
Wimbledon 2024 wil see its final day tomorrow as Carlos Alcaraz faces off against Novak Djokovic in a decisive rematch.
It has been confirmed by Kensington Palace that Kate, Princess of Wales, will be in attendance at the event, and give out awards as she did last year.
For all the latest ahead of the main event, you follow The Independent’s live coverage for updates throughout the day:
Albert Toth13 July 2024 23:00
Who’s who in the Royal Box at Wimbledon before Kate’s appearance
Wimbledon’s Royal Box is known for hosting a starry guest list – and there were plenty of familiar faces in the stands ahead of Princess Kate’s confirmed appearance
Many celebrities are returning guests, like Beckham and his mother Sandra, while new generations of actors and public figures are inducted into the Wimbledon VIP world each year.
Albert Toth13 July 2024 22:00
Sarah Ferguson reveals why she and Princess Diana were ‘arrested’ on her hen do:
The Duchess of York, now 64, made the revelations on podcast where she said she “loved” the late princess.
“I called her Dutch,” she said on Thornton’s White Wine Question Time podcast. “We had a great time together.”
She then shared a hilarious story about her hen night ahead of her 1986 wedding to Prince Andrew.
Albert Toth13 July 2024 21:00