Wed. Nov 6th, 2024
alert-–-kate-middleton-is-greeted-with-a-standing-ovation-as-she-heads-into-royal-box-at-wimbledonAlert – Kate Middleton is greeted with a standing ovation as she heads into Royal Box at Wimbledon

The Princess of Wales was greeted with a standing ovation as she headed into the Royal Box at Wimbledon today.

Kate, 42, who has stepped away from public royal duties while undergoing cancer treatment, is watching Spanish reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz take on veteran Novak Djokovic in the Grand Slam final, with the pair both hoping to win the trophy, which will be presented by Kate this evening. 

Joined by daughter Princess Charlotte, nine, and her sister Pippa Middleton the future queen was greeted with applause making her second public appearance of the year. 

But before the mother-daughter duo took their seats in the Royal Box, they met with female tennis stars, including 21-year-old Emma Radacanu, who all presented Kate with a bouquet of flowers .

Charlotte grinned from ear to ear as she met with the tennis star, who sadly saw her Wimbledon dream crushed on Centre Court by New Zealand qualifier Lulu Sun last week.

The daughter of the Prince and Princess of Wales, who sported a £70 Polka Dot dress from Guess, was thrilled to meet the tennis star, and was photographed smiling ear to ear in her presence.

The mother and daughter then met the ‘Work at Wimbledon’ programme which supports young people from a range of backgrounds with roles at the Championships.

The Princess of Wales was greeted with a standing ovation as she headed into the Royal Box at Wimbledon today

The Princess of Wales was greeted with a standing ovation as she headed into the Royal Box at Wimbledon today

She's back! The Princess of Wales looked thrilled to be back in Wimbledon

She’s back! The Princess of Wales looked thrilled to be back in Wimbledon 

Princess of cool! Charlotte struck a pose as she chatted away to her mother

Princess of cool! Charlotte struck a pose as she chatted away to her mother

Charlotte, nine, also joined her mother in the Royal Box last year. They were without Prince George, ten, perhaps indicating he will join his father at the Euros final in Berlin this evening

Charlotte, nine, also joined her mother in the Royal Box last year. They were without Prince George, ten, perhaps indicating he will join his father at the Euros final in Berlin this evening

Princess Kate brought Charlotte along to the game - with the young royal looking delighted

Princess Kate brought Charlotte along to the game – with the young royal looking delighted 

Princess Charlotte joined in on the clapping for the night as she watched on

Princess Charlotte joined in on the clapping for the night as she watched on 

Auntie duty! Pippa, Kate's youngest sister, looked delighted to be joined be her niece

Auntie duty! Pippa, Kate’s youngest sister, looked delighted to be joined be her niece

Back in action! Kate, who is known to love tennis, appeared in her element today

Back in action! Kate, who is known to love tennis, appeared in her element today

Keeping it cool! Princess Charlotte opted for RayBans as she watched from the box

Keeping it cool! Princess Charlotte opted for RayBans as she watched from the box

Kate and Charlotte matched in shades as they watched from the royal box

Kate and Charlotte matched in shades as they watched from the royal box

Charlotte was very expressive as she popped on sunglasses at the match

Charlotte was very expressive as she popped on sunglasses at the match

Matching! Charlotte and Kate looked closely at one another and they chatted away

Matching! Charlotte and Kate looked closely at one another and they chatted away

Charlotte appears to be following in her mother's footsteps as she closely watched the game

Charlotte appears to be following in her mother’s footsteps as she closely watched the game

Aunty Pippa looked delighted to be enjoying the tennis too

Aunty Pippa looked delighted to be enjoying the tennis too 

Cool Charlotte looked delighted to be watching them match

Cool Charlotte looked delighted to be watching them match

It's tense! The nail-bititing match seemed to be a lot for the young Princess

It’s tense! The nail-bititing match seemed to be a lot for the young Princess

Girls day out! Charlotte was with her mother and aunt for the day at the tennis

Girls day out! Charlotte was with her mother and aunt for the day at the tennis

Princess Charlotte sweetly did a pinky swear with player Lucy Shuker

Princess Charlotte sweetly did a pinky swear with player Lucy Shuker

Princess Charlotte and Lucy Shuker linked hands adorably

Princess Charlotte and Lucy Shuker linked hands adorably 

They were without Prince George, ten, perhaps indicating he will join his father at the Euros final in Berlin this evening.

Also in the box were A-listers Julia Roberts and Tom Cruise – a close friend of the royals – as well as Benedict Cumberbatch – an Eton classmate of Prince William –  London Mayor Sadiq Khan and tennis royalty Andre Agassi.

Prince William’s second cousin Lord Frederick Windsor, and his wife Sophie Winkleman also joined Kate and Charlotte in the box. The couple are close with the Wales’, with their children previously attending the same school and Charlotte and George. 

Frederick’s parents – Prince and Princess Michael of Kent – were also in attedance. 

The royal, who opted for a £1295 bespoke dress from Safiyaa,  is a huge tennis fan and has been patron of the All England Lawn Tennis Club since 2016.

Looking effortlessly chic, the royal added a £122 Milly Nude leather bag from LK Bennett, which she has worn before.

Boosting her height, Kate added rewore a pair of Camilla Elphickslingback pimps, while accessorising with Halycon Days Salamander Torque Aquamarine & Gold Bangle.

She was seen today chatting to female players ahead of the final day of play at SW19.  

She often presents the trophy to the Ladies Singles winner, however this year attended the tournament on the final day instead.

Charlotte, nine, looked adorable in a blue polka number, as she tied her hair back with a bow.  

Kate was joined by Debbie Jevans, a former tennis professional

Kate was joined by Debbie Jevans, a former tennis professional

The whole royal box was delighted to greet the princess

The whole royal box was delighted to greet the princess

Kate was sure to show her respect to the players as they came onto court

Kate was sure to show her respect to the players as they came onto court

The future queen was greeted with a standing ovation as she she got ready to watch the tennis

The future queen was greeted with a standing ovation as she she got ready to watch the tennis

Kate waves at guests as she arrives at the tennis

Kate waves at guests as she arrives at the tennis

The Princess of Wales met with players Flora Johnson and Yuriko Lily Miyazak

The Princess of Wales met with players Flora Johnson and Yuriko Lily Miyazak

Celebrities and leaders watched as the Princess of Wales made her first appearance in months

Celebrities and leaders watched as the Princess of Wales made her first appearance in months

Even Charlotte, nine, clapped for her mother

Even Charlotte, nine, clapped for her mother

Before heading to the box, Kate and Charlotte met with players - including Emma Raducanu

Before heading to the box, Kate and Charlotte met with players – including Emma Raducanu

Charlotte looked delighted to meet with Emma, a previous Grand Slam winner

Charlotte looked delighted to meet with Emma, a previous Grand Slam winner

Charlotte sweetly shook hands with player Lucy Shuker

Charlotte sweetly shook hands with player Lucy Shuker

The Princess of Wales made a triumphant return to public life today as she attended the Wimbledon men's final alongside daughter Princess Charlotte

The Princess of Wales made a triumphant return to public life today as she attended the Wimbledon men’s final alongside daughter Princess Charlotte

Kate, 42, who has stepped away from public royal duties while undergoing cancer treatment, will later head to the Royal Box to see Carlos Alcaraz take on Novak Djokovic in the Grand Slam final

Kate, 42, who has stepped away from public royal duties while undergoing cancer treatment, will later head to the Royal Box to see Carlos Alcaraz take on Novak Djokovic in the Grand Slam final

The royal, who opted for a purple dress, is a huge tennis fan and has been patron of the All England Lawn Tennis Club since 2016

The royal, who opted for a purple dress, is a huge tennis fan and has been patron of the All England Lawn Tennis Club since 2016

Kate looked well as she waved to wellwishers

Kate looked well as she waved to wellwishers

The Princess, who has taken a break from royal duty, looked delighted to be back

The Princess, who has taken a break from royal duty, looked delighted to be back

Her attendance at Wimbledon today marks the first time the mother-of-three has officially appeared in public since her last outing at Trooping the Colour last month.

Many A-listers and members of the Royal Family have made appearances in the Royal Box over the years, including the late Queen Elizabeth, Meghan Markle and Queen Camilla. 

This year, Kate’s parents Carole and Michael have watched on from the box, as well as Queen Camilla, Princess Beatrice and  

The Princess of Wales announced that she had cancer in March and has since being undergoing preventative chemotherapy. 

Kate has shown her love for sports time and time again with numerous appearances at Wimbledon and various charity events. 

Earlier this week, the Princess paid tribute to Andy Murray’s ‘incredible Wimbledon career’ as the tennis star is said to be ‘absolutely devastated’ after Emma Raducanu pulled out of their doubles match.

Emma Weymouth was among the celebrities watching from the box

Emma Weymouth was among the celebrities watching from the box

Charlotte put on an animated display as she watched the match

Charlotte put on an animated display as she watched the match

Sophie and Frederick Windsor were also guests in the box

Sophie and Frederick Windsor were also guests in the box

Tom Cruise and Benedict Cumberbatch were among the other stars

Tom Cruise and Benedict Cumberbatch were among the other stars

Charlotte shook hands with various tennis players - including Emma Raducanu

Charlotte shook hands with various tennis players – including Emma Raducanu

Kate looked over the moon to be back in action

Kate looked over the moon to be back in action 

Kate was joined by sister Pippa and daughter Charlotte

Kate was joined by sister Pippa and daughter Charlotte

The pair looked delighted to be walking into the All England Club

The pair looked delighted to be walking into the All England Club

The 37-year-old Scotsman had intended to play his last matches at the tournament with Raducanu in a celebratory climax to his stunning career, but the 21-year-old withdrew last week citing ‘stiffness in her wrist’.  

Kate took to social media and penned: ‘An incredible Wimbledon career comes to an end. You should be so very proud Andy Murray. On behalf of all of us, thank you! C,’ Kate said in personally-signed message on X.

The only son of Prince and Princess Michael of Kent, opted for a classic British summer look in white trousers and black blazer with a pink tie.

Perhaps taking inspiration from his second cousin King Charles, Frederick wore a pinstriped shirt pairing the look together with navy suede loafers.

Meanwhile, Peep show actress Sophie – who is the sister of TV presenter Claudia Winkleman –  looked radiant in a yellow belted dress.

The £770 Edie Lemon dress comes from British designer Beulah London – a favourite brand of the Princess of Wales. 

Lord Frederick Windsor and his wife Sophie Winkleman nailed summer chic today as they headed to the final day of Wimbled

Lord Frederick Windsor and his wife Sophie Winkleman nailed summer chic today as they headed to the final day of Wimbled

The only son of Prince and Princess Michael of Kent, opted for a classic British summer look in white trousers and black blazer with a pink tie

The only son of Prince and Princess Michael of Kent, opted for a classic British summer look in white trousers and black blazer with a pink tie

Sophie added the £450 Henely Raffia Tote from Aspinal of London as she got set for a day of tennis.

The royal couple will watch see Spaniard  Carlos Alcaraz take on Novak Djokovic in the Grand Slam final, with both parties hoping to add some silverware to their trophy cabinet. 

The couple, who married in 2009, looked to be in great spirits as they posed for photos with their arms around one another. 

Kate’s sister Pippa Middleton also attended this week, making her first appearance since her sister the Princess of Wales’ cancer diagnosis on Friday.

No stiff upper lip here! Kate looked over the moon to be back

No stiff upper lip here! Kate looked over the moon to be back

The Princess of Wales seemed overwhelmed with delight

The Princess of Wales seemed overwhelmed with delight

A-listers Julia Roberts and Benedict Cumberbatch were also in the royal box

A-listers Julia Roberts and Benedict Cumberbatch were also in the royal box

Tom Cruise chatted away to Benedict Cumberbatch at the box

Tom Cruise chatted away to Benedict Cumberbatch at the box

Kate looked delighted to be back

Kate looked delighted to be back 

Outside of the box, A-listers including Zendaya watched on

Outside of the box, A-listers including Zendaya watched on 

Paul Mescal was another star in the crowd

Paul Mescal was another star in the crowd

Looking effortlessly elegant in a stylish floral jumpsuit from Claire Mischevani, she attended day 12 of Wimbledon on Friday.

Elsewhere, Pippa and Kate’s parents Carole and Michael Middleton appeared in good spirits as they enjoyed watching the action from the Royal Box last week.

The couple also appeared very focused as they took in the second round match between Serbia’s Novak Djokovic and Britain’s Jacob Fearnley.

Both also laughed as they chatted with other attendees, including Sebastian Coe, the President of the International Association of Athletics Federations, who was seen sharing a giggle with an animated Carole.

The Princess of Wales was greeted with a standing ovation as she headed into the Royal Box at Wimbledon today

The Princess of Wales was greeted with a standing ovation as she headed into the Royal Box at Wimbledon today

Dressed in all their finery, the beaming couple looked in good spirits as they arrived side-by-side for the prestigious event in London.

It follows their cheerful appearance at Royal Ascot last month, when they joined members of the Royal Family, including their son-in-law Prince William, at the lavish occasion.

Today, the biggest names in showbiz were also on centre court. 

Oscar-winning actress Julia Roberts was joined by Tom Cruise, Zendaya and Courteney Cox as Novak Djokovic took on reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz in a re-run of last year’s thrilling five-set clash. 

Taking to her seat in the Royal Box, Hollywood veteran Roberts, 56, looked appropriately stylish in a white Gucci minidress and heavily tinted sunglasses ahead of the sporting showpiece. 

Comparative newcomers Zendaya, 27, caught the eye in a smart white trouser-suit and pinstripe shirt, teamed with a loosely knotted navy tie. 

Joining the party, Tom Cruise took a break from the set of his new Mission: Impossible film to attend the south-west London venue. 

The evergreen actor, 62, sported a maroon blazer and Aviator sunglasses while chatting to a friend after taking to his seat in the Royal Box.  

spoHollywood old and new attended Wimbledon's Centre Court on Sunday afternoon, with Julia Roberts joined by Zendaya as the men's singles final got underway

Zendaya caught the eye as she took to hr seat ahead of the sporting showpiece

Hollywood old and new attended Wimbledon’s Centre Court on Sunday afternoon, with Julia Roberts (left) joined by Zendaya (right) as the men’s singles final got underway 

Tom Cruise was also seen in the Royal Box as Novak Djokovic took on reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz in a re-run of last year's thrilling five-set clash

Tom Cruise was also seen in the Royal Box as Novak Djokovic took on reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz in a re-run of last year’s thrilling five-set clash

Benedict Cumberbatch wore a blue suit while wife Sophie Hunter stunned in an eye-catching yellow dress as they arrived hand-in-hand.Meanwhile, Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton were dressed in Ralph Lauren as they made a rare public appearance together on day 14 of the competition. 

Irish actor Pierce Brosnan, 71, looked dapper in a navy suit and tie, while completing the look with shiny brown shoes and shades. 

Meanwhile, Andrew Garfield, 40, looked smart in a navy jacket and orange shirt, teamed with cream trousers.

Courteney Cox and Johnny McDaid enjoyed the spectacle of the Wimbledon Men’s Final.

The Friends star, 60, cosied up to the Snow Patrol rocker, 47, as they arrived hand in hand at the All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club in London.

The US actress, who lives with Johnny in London, looked chic in grey trousers teamed with a black shirt and heels.

Benedict Cumberbatch and wife Sophie Hunter arrived hand-in-hand to watch the star-studded Wimbledon men's final

Benedict Cumberbatch and wife Sophie Hunter arrived hand-in-hand to watch the star-studded Wimbledon men’s final

Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton were dressed in Ralph Lauren as they made a rare public appearance together on day 14 of the competition

Tom Hiddleston and Zawe Ashton were dressed in Ralph Lauren as they made a rare public appearance together on day 14 of the competition

Tom Cruise took his seat in the Royal Box alongside Benedict and Sophie

Tom Cruise took his seat in the Royal Box alongside Benedict and Sophie 

Zawe looked typically chic in a floral maxi dress, teamed with a white blazer and slip-on shoes

Zawe looked typically chic in a floral maxi dress, teamed with a white blazer and slip-on shoes

Friends star Courtney Cox looked stylish in a blazer blazer, grey trousers and sparkling heels

Friends star Courtney Cox looked stylish in a blazer blazer, grey trousers and sparkling heels

The actress was joined by partner Johnny McDaid

The actress was joined by partner Johnny McDaid

Naomi Campbell looked sensational in a white figure-hugging summer dress and denim jacket

Naomi Campbell looked sensational in a white figure-hugging summer dress and denim jacket 

The supermodel hid her eyes behind a pair of stylish sunglasses and carried her belongings in a white handbag

The supermodel hid her eyes behind a pair of stylish sunglasses and carried her belongings in a white handbag 

She was later seen watching the action on Centre Court

She was later seen watching the action on Centre Court

Irish actor Pierce Brosnan , 71, looked dapper in a navy suit and tie, while completing the look with shiny brown shoes and shades

Andrew Garfield , 40, looked smart in a navy jacket and orange shirt, teamed with cream trousers

Irish actor Pierce Brosnan , 71, looked dapper in a navy suit and tie, while completing the look with shiny brown shoes and shades

Pierce was sat next to Glenn Close to watch the match

Pierce was sat next to Glenn Close to watch the match

Aaron Taylor-Johnson and wife Sam arrived hand-in-hand

Aaron Taylor-Johnson and wife Sam arrived hand-in-hand

Paul Mescal showed off his impeccable style in a black blazer and striped top, teamed with loafers and shades

Paul Mescal showed off his impeccable style in a black blazer and striped top, teamed with loafers and shades

Harry Potter star Tom Felton was seen enjoying a Pimm's

Harry Potter star Tom Felton was seen enjoying a Pimm’s

Dermot O'Leary and Dee Koppang also attended the men's final

Dermot O’Leary and Dee Koppang also attended the men’s final

Vas J Morgan put on a stylish display in a cream suit and crisp white shirt, teamed with trainers and gold sunglasses

Vas J Morgan put on a stylish display in a cream suit and crisp white shirt, teamed with trainers and gold sunglasses 

Amelia Warner and Jamie Dornan were all smiles while posing for snaps

Amelia Warner and Jamie Dornan were all smiles while posing for snaps 

Johnny matched her look with his own monochrome ensemble, sweetly putting his arm around his smiling girlfriend as they posed for photos before taking their seats.

Vernon Kay appeared in high spirits as he attended alongside his glamorous daughter Phoebe.

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