QuoteThe Duke of Cambridge, who is president of the Football Association, will be in the Royal Box to see the domestic season finale between Arsenal and Hull City before returning to watch England's international against Peru, the final fixture before Roy Hodgson's squad heads to a training camp in Miami en route to the World Cup in Brazil.
William, 31, first presented the FA Cup in 2006 when Liverpool beat West Ham on penalties after a 3-3 draw in the last Final played in Cardiff while Wembley was being rebuilt.
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I am happy to see him spreading his influence.
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#PrinceWilliam set for a Wembley double in May at #FACup Final and @england v Peru - me too!
QuotePrince William to Attend England Squad Send-Off Before World Cup in Brazil
The Duke of Cambridge, who is president of the Football Association, will be in the Royal Box to see the domestic season finale between Arsenal and Hull City before returning to watch England's international against Peru, the final fixture before Roy Hodgson's squad heads to a training camp in Miami en route to the World Cup in Brazil.
William, 31, first presented the FA Cup in 2006 when Liverpool beat West Ham on penalties after a 3-3 draw in the last Final played in Cardiff while Wembley was being rebuilt.
He was present a year later at the new stadium for Chelsea's 1-0 extra-time win against Manchester United and then returned for Portsmouth's 1-0 defeat to Chelsea in 2010.
As president of The FA, he played a key role in last year's 150th anniversary, notably a football match and celebration of grassroots heroes at Buckingham Palace and a gala dinner on the date of the FA's founding.
More: Prince William to attend England squad send-off before World Cup in Brazil | Royal | News | Daily Express (http://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/475710/Prince-William-to-attend-England-squad-send-off-before-World-Cup-in-Brazil)
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Wlliam is really coming into his own. He is going to be an effective heir and brilliant king.
It's a busy weekend for the DOC's.
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On Saturday 16th March The Duke of Cambridge will officially open @BrainsBrewery before attending the Wales vs Ireland Six Nations Match as Patron of the @WelshRugbyUnion.
Established in 1882, Brains is Wales? biggest brewer and the official ale partner of the Welsh Rugby Union.
Wales defeats Ireland today. 25-7
Prince William Opens Brewery, Attends Rugby Game | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/prince-william-opens-brewery-six-nations-rugby-match/)
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Duke of Cambridge opens Brains Brewery in Cardiff (https://www.telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2019/03/16/duke-cambridge-opens-brains-brewery-cardiff/)
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Wales defeats Ireland today. 25-7
Yes!!! Six Nations Champion, and I wonder if the POW and Prince William will host them a reception/party. If so, they should invite Mike Tindall, for fun times et all.
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The Prince of Wales has long supported the @WelshRugbyUnion team and hosted a reception in 2008 after Wales won the Six Nations Championship and completed the Grand Slam.
The POW sent a congratulatory as well.
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?Following your famous victory and a brilliant performance, I just wanted to congratulate all the team on your marvellous Grand Slam success. Please pass on my warmest wishes to all involved in this tremendous achievement, which made me extremely proud of Wales. Cymru am byth!?
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will host the inaugural regatta The King?s Cup this summer to raise awareness and funds for eight of Their Royal Highnesses? patronages.
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There is a beautiful video accompanying the KP Twitter announcement highlighting the location for the race as well as the crafts that will participate in the Kings' Cup. The cup was first presented by King George V. :happy: Both will skipper a craft during the race.
The charities that will be benefiting are the following: William's-Child Bereavement, Centre Point, Tusk, London Air Ambulance (30th anniversary campaign.)
Catherine's: Place2Be, Action on Addiction, Anna Freud Centre, Royal Foundation (focus early childhood development.)
Prince William and Kate Middleton launch regatta in London | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7001597/Prince-William-Kate-Middleton-launch-regatta-London.html)
Today the couple are promoting the launch of the King's Cup at Cutty Sark in London. 5/7/19.
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Have to say that I like Catherine's high waisted trousers for today paired with a navy/cream Breton top.
Prince William Welcomes Harry to 'Sleep Deprivation' of Parenting | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/kate-middleton-prince-william-talk-royal-baby-prince-harry-meghan-markle-sleep-deprivation/)
Kate Middleton, Prince William Announce Sailing Race | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/kate-middleton-prince-william-charity-sailing-race-race-kings-cup/)
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Kate Middleton steps out at Cutty Sark to launch sailing competition looking gorgeous in nautical chic | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/fashion/royal-style/2019050772771/kate-middleton-cutty-sark-nautical-outfit-breton-jumper/)
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to launch The King?s Cup Regatta ? Royal Central (http://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/cambridges/the-duke-and-duchess-of-cambridge-to-launch-the-kings-cup-regatta-121653)
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Today the couple are promoting the launch of the King's Cup at Cutty Sark in London. 5/7/19.
Twitter (https://twitter.com/RoyalReporter/status/1125753293341364224)
Have to say that I like Catherine's high waisted trousers for today paired with a navy/cream Breton top.
Good news.
Thank you for the information, I did not notice until now, that they DID carryout an engagement today related to the topic.
Lovely words of William in reference to the Sussex baby.
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@wannable but I did have the location wrong. They're doing the launch from Greenwich where the Cutty Sark is moored. :blush:
Cutty Sark | Jump on board at Royal Museums Greenwich (https://www.rmg.co.uk/cutty-sark)
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Short video from today's engagement in Greenwhich where the couple competed against each other in a virtual sailing race.
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge face off in virtual sailing race - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmcXnK25_m8&app=desktop)
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I'll be watching the FA cup final this Saturday as well.
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Prince William WON'T attend Lady Gabriella Windsor's wedding | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7028259/Prince-William-WONT-attend-Lady-Gabriella-Windsors-wedding.html)
It was absolutely wonderful to see Prince William with team members from Manchester City today as they received the FA Cup today. Prince William seemed really excited to see each player.
Photo gallery from today' final with their patron in attendance.
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@TLLK You have just made my day! Thank for posting those great photos! :hug?: I'm a huge Manchester City fan and I haven't missed a game since December. For me to see two of my favorite worlds collide is almost more than I can handle. Vincent Kompany, Gabriel Jesus, Kevin De Bruyne, Riyad Mahrez are photographed shaking Prince William's hand. :notworthy:
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Duchess of Cambridge swaps Wimbledon Royal Box for Court 14 to cheer on British wildcard
The Duchess of Cambridge has swapped the Royal Box for a low-key seat on the Wimbledon outer courts, as she lends her support to British wildcard player Harriet Dart.
The Duchess, who is patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, will spend the day at Wimbledon meeting players and watching the second day of action.
Duchess of Cambridge swaps Wimbledon Royal Box for Court 14 to cheer on British wildcard (https://www.telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2019/07/02/duchess-cambridge-swaps-wimbledon-royal-box-court-14-cheer-british/)
She looks great, and a smart PR move watching the new generation of Tennis players. Hannah Furness of the Telegraph said that she will be attending later Centre Court.
Edit to Add: HRH first saw a match at Court 14 between Britain?s Harriet Dart and US? Christina McHale. Ms Dart is a SportsAid alumna. The Duchess is patron of SportsAid.
I think it was cool she went to Court 14, it's the first royal to do that.
These are the alumni of SportsAid, Kate's patronage playing in Wimbledon this year.
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SportsAid alumni make a lasting impression at Wimbledon Championships
A raft of SportsAid alumni boosted optimism for the future of British tennis as they stamped their mark on this year?s Wimbledon Championships and gained vital experience in front of a home crowd. Alfie Hewett, Andy Lapthorne, Harriet Dart, Jack Draper and Jay Clarke were stand-out performers as they helped make history and demonstrated their potential to deliver further sporting success for their country on the international stage.
Kate watched Harriet and she won. :D
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The Duchess of Cambridge, Patron of @Wimbledon, is visiting The Championships today
Her Royal Highness watched Harriet Dart vs. Christina Mchale on Court 14, alongside @KatieBoulter1 and @annekeothavong of the GB Fed Cup Team.
Kate Middleton makes surprise appearance at Wimbledon | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7204241/Kate-Middleton-makes-surprise-appearance-Wimbledon.html)
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Kate Middleton is all laughs as she attends Wimbledon with pals - LIVE UPDATES | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/gallery/2019070274843/kate-middleton-wimbledon-live-updates/1/)
Wimbledon: Kate Middleton's most stunning fashion looks over the years | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/fashion/royal-style/gallery/2019070274846/kate-middleton-wimbledon-outfits-over-the-years/1/)
Kate Middleton Wows in White at Wimbledon | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/kate-middleton-surprises-wimbledon-fans-and-not-in-the-royal-box/)
The Duchess of Cambridge attended day 2 of the 2019 Wimbledon Tennis Championships (https://www.therealmyroyals.com/the-duchess-of-cambridge-attended-day-2-of-the-2019-wimbledon-tennis-championships/)
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Duchess of Cambridge swaps Wimbledon Royal Box for Court 14 to cheer on British wildcard (https://www.telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2019/07/02/duchess-cambridge-swaps-wimbledon-royal-box-court-14-cheer-british/)
Kate dons her whites for Wimbledon! Duchess arrives to watch tennis stars in Royal Box | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1147933/kate-middleton-news-wimbledon-pictures-tennis-royal-box-royal-news)
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Kate Middleton surprises Wimbledon crowd as she arrives early to support Harriet Dart - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/kate-middleton-stuns-elegant-white-17327984)
Kate Middleton shuns Royal Box for Court 14 at Wimbledon to see Brit stars in action (https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/9416564/wimbledon-2019-kate-middleton-tennis-fans/)
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At #Wimbledon today, The Duchess visited the Aorangi Park to see the practice courts and players? warm-up area.
Whilst there Her Royal Highness met @JohannaKonta and Wimbledon Champion @andy_murray.
The Duchess also met a number of finalists and winners nominated for the annual LTA Tennis Awards which recognise people who volunteer at grassroots level to grow and open up the sport.
She is patron to the LTA Tennis, so expect her at the Awards later in the year.
Duchess Kate sits Centre Court at Wimbledon 2019 | GMA (https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/culture/story/duchess-kate-sits-centre-court-wimbledon-2019-64081613)
https://www.today.com/style/kate-middleton-wears-white-dress-wimbledon-t157630
I believe this event will be tomorrow for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. If not, the final day of the event.
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HENLEY ROYAL REGATTA 2019: RETURN OF THE KINGS CUP
In commemoration of the centenary of the 1919 Royal Henley Peace Regatta, Military VIIIs will once again compete against each other at Henley Royal Regatta after a one hundred year hiatus.
For the first time, male and female military athletes will row in the same boat at an elite international event. The King?s Cup will see crews from the original six nations of Australia, Canada, France, New Zealand, the UK and the USA, joined by Germany and the Netherlands, competing in a knock-out format over the final three days of the 2019 Henley Royal Regatta.
Sir Steve Redgrave, Chairman of the Regatta?s Committee of Management, said: ?The Regatta is delighted to host such an important commemoration. The 1919 Royal Henley Peace Regatta was a key milestone in our sport and was staged by the rowing community to help heal wounds and hasten the return to normality of the Allied nations and their troops recovering from the First World War?.
It always belongs and will always be in sports section, it will only will hit front page news, all TV reports, rather than sports channels only, practically everywhere IF a VIP of interest is there, and now her KP team with their ''new'' strategy of mixing patronages to ''kill 2 birds in 1'' so to speak, makes it a working visit, with fun too.
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A very happy @harriet_dart has a message for you...and the Duchess of Cambridge after her 1st ever @Wimbledon win
@KensingtonRoyal #BackTheBrits
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In other news, if the Lionesses win the USA tonight, Prince William as the President of the English Football will make sure to send his W message, the media will cover it by mentioning VIPs of interest supporting the team.
The Duchess of Cambridge is still at Wimbledon, watching Serena Williams at the moment.
Kate Middleton takes sneaky photo with Andy Murray at Wimbledon ? see it here | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2019070274868/kate-middleton-sneaks-photo-andy-murray-wimbledon/)
The Duchess of Cambridge attended day 2 of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships | Newmyroyals & Hollywood Fashion (https://www.newmyroyals.com/2019/07/the-duchess-of-cambridge-attended-day-2.html)
The Duchess of Cambridge attended day 2 of the 2019 Wimbledon Tennis Championships (https://www.therealmyroyals.com/the-duchess-of-cambridge-attended-day-2-of-the-2019-wimbledon-tennis-championships/)
QuoteShe is promoting herself
Actually Catherine is there today as the patron of All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club and as the patron of Sports Aid. So in truth she's really promoting the patronages that she represents just like any other working member of the BRF. :happy:
Catherine watched British tennis player Harriet Dart ( a Sports Aid funded athlete) on Court 14 today in early round competition. She also met with retired and current players along with those who work with AELTC and Sports Aid. Today Catherine also met with those volunteers from the Lawn Tennis Association and handed out awards. :happy:
This is a great deal of coverage for day two of the tournament. Typically the heaviest coverage is seen in the second week.
Quote from: wannable on July 03, 2019, 01:54:32 PM
We have a misunderstanding here, as I said yesterday Sports is specific to the media as in placing the sports news in sports section, Sports Channels, when a VIP OF INTEREST is all over the news related to sports, it switches to Front Page News and All TV sections rather than only sports channels.
As you may see today, Wimbledon is not Front Page News nor in all sections of the TV (and Radio), you would need to go i.e. to ESPN to watch your tennis game, or CLICK Sports Section to read the tennis progress. But yesterday it was all over because of a VIP of Interest, which was the Duchess of Cambridge.
Thank you for the update
@wannable. Yes with a high profile VIP attending the second day of the tournament, the coverage was more extensive.
Thank you.
Today Mr. and Mrs. Michael and Carole are at the Royal Box, Centre Court, you need to ''scroll down'' to ''Wimbledon News'' in the ''Sports Section'', they are fairly the big size news in that Section, then the other ''mini'' boxes are the tennis news.
One thing that I appreciated about Catherine's visit yesterday on the second day of the tournament, is that she chose to attend matches that were not limited to Centre Court or Court 1. She was present for one of the upcoming British players Hannah Dart who is a Sports Aid alumna. :)
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More on the Middleton's visit to the third day of the tournament.
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QuoteMike & Carole Middleton are in the Royal Box at Wimbledon today! They are invited once each year by the Chairman of #wimbledon to sit in the Royal Box. Pippa & James are usually invited on a separate day. Expect to see them later this week or early next.
The Duchess of Cambridge chatting with Prince Michael of Kent yesterday on Day 2 of the tournament.
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Day three sees the President aka the Duke of Kent enjoying a match.
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The Duchess of Kent and Wimbledon ? a complicated relationship ? Royal Central (http://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/the-kents/the-duchess-of-kent-and-wimbledon-a-complicated-relationship-125366)
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While I knew most of the stories regarding Katherine Kent, I had not realized that she helped Martina's Navatrilova's mother obtain a visa so she could come to the UK and see her daughter play.
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Quoten another display of kindness, the Duchess helped Martina Navratilova?s mother get a UK visa. This was after she heard the story of how none of Navratilova?s family could watch her win the championship because they could not leave communist Czechoslovakia.
This was often the case with athletes competing at high profile competitions in Western nations. This kept the athletes in line and more likely not to defect. :(
OH DEAR, Surely, I am very confused. :happy17: :teehee:
Here's the (real) Kings Cup Regatta of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge
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THE KINGS CUP REGATTA
Cowes Friday 9th August 2019
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will host the inaugural regatta ?The Kings Cup? this Summer to raise awareness for eight of their Royal Highnesses? patronages.
The Duke and Duchess will both be competing head to head against each other on board the Performance First 40?s in a fleet of eight matched racing yachts. The winning team will be awarded ?The Kings Cup?; a prestigious sailing trophy first presented by King George V at the Royal Yacht Squadron in 1920.
Enquire today for Hospitality packages and get in on the action.
The Kings Cup Regatta | VIP Hospitality Packages | Cowes | 9 August 2019 (https://www.corporatehospitality.com/rowing-sailing-hospitality/the-kings-cup-regatta-hospitality/the-kings-cup-regatta?utm_source=Social&utm_medium=HF%20Twitter&utm_campaign=Kings%20Cup%20Regatta)
Anyway, I hope a working BRF is at this weekends regatta, it's largely with the Military and a great cause to commemorate. :hi:
Diana should have been a patron of Wimbledon or had some role.
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Diana should have been a patron of Wimbledon or had some role.
I agree that Diana would have been an ideal future patron for Wimbledon.
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Roger's royal opponent! Kate reveals that Prince George, five, has been practising his tennis skills with Federer
Kate revealed to British Fed Cup captain Anne Keothavong during her visit to Wimbledon this week that Prince George has enjoyed hitting balls with eight-time Wimbledon winner Federer.
Cute.
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I agree that Diana would have been an ideal future patron for Wimbledon.
I'm glad Wimbledon never tried got rid of Duchess of Kent over Diana. Nor I think she'll like getting involved in this sort of situation.
I like this Kate dress at Wimbledon - very classy
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As QEII was the patron of AELTC she might have considered Edward Kent and possible Katherine Kent at some point, but the Duchess really retired from royal life quite awhile ago so perhaps had she remained in the BRF Diana would have been the candidates.
Catherine, Duchess of Kent succeeded her mother in Law Marina Duchess of Kent who awarded the trophies. Catherine did retire from royal life so her husband awarded the trophies.
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Diana should have been a patron of Wimbledon or had some role.
Yeah I?m wishes for that
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I agree that Diana would have been an ideal future patron for Wimbledon.
I have agreed with you
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The Duchess of Cambridge, Patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, and The Duchess of Sussex will attend the Ladies' Singles Final at The Championships, Wimbledon on Saturday 13th July. #Wimbledon
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The Duchess of Cambridge, Patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, and The Duke of Cambridge will attend the Gentlemen's Singles Final of The Championships, Wimbledon on Sunday 14th July. #Wimbledon
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It's one month to go until The King's Cup!
In August The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will go head to head as skippers of individual sailing boats in an eight boat regatta race, in support of Their Royal Highnesses' charitable causes: Sailing Event | The Kings Cup (https://www.thekingscup.com)
Eight charities supported by The Duke and Duchess will be represented in the King's Cup:
@CBUKhelp
@CentrepointUK
@LDNairamb #30YearsSavingLives
@Tusk_org
@ActionAddiction
@Place2Be
@AFNCCF
The Royal Foundation's programme in support of Early Years
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Duchess Kate, Patron of @Wimbledon & @the_LTA, and Duchess Meghan will attend the Ladies' Singles Final at #Wimbledon
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Duchess Kate, Patron of @Wimbledon & @the_LTA, and Prince William will attend the Men's Singles Final at #Wimbledon
Meghan and Kate will cheer on Serena Williams at Wimbledon | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7240231/Meghan-Kate-cheer-Serena-Williams-Wimbledon.html)
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The secret the royals have been hiding about Wimbledon's Royal Box | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2019071275236/royal-family-secret-hiding-royal-box-wimbledon-tv/)
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Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton to watch Ladies Wimbledon final TOGETHER again | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1152521/Meghan-markle-kate-middleton-wimbledon-tennis-final-royal-latest)
Duchesses of Cambridge and Sussex will sit royal box front same last year
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Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton set for day out together at Wimbledon - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/meghan-markle-kate-middleton-set-18002061)
Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton to head to Wimbledon together for Women's final tomorrow (https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/9468830/meghan-markle-kate-middleton-wimbledon/)
The Duchess of Cambridge has arrived at Wimbledon, she will be later joined by the Duchess of Sussex. Kate went early to have lunch at site with some junior tennis players.
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It's the lawn tennis look! Duchess of Cambridge re-wears a bright green ?2,150 D&G dress to meet junior players at SW10 - ahead of watching the Wimbledon Ladies Singles Final with Meghan.
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It's the lawn tennis look! Duchess of Cambridge rewears a bright green ?2,150 D&G dress to meet junior players at SW19 - ahead of watching the Wimbledon Ladies Singles Final with Meghan
Kate looked elegant in a recycled green D&G midi dress, previously worn in Canada
Duchess of Cambridge was all smiles as she was greeted by Wimbledon chairman Philip Brook
It's the second time the Duchesses have been out together in a week after attending polo on Wednesday
Kate and Meghan end feud rumours as they attend Wimbledon | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7243641/Kate-Meghan-end-feud-rumours-attend-Wimbledon.html?__twitter_impression=truet) week, Meghan's Wimbledon visit caused a stir when she wore jeans and asked fans not to take photos
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The Duchess of Cambridge, The Duchess of Sussex and Pippa Mathews, the later 2 arrived discretely and are sat together in that order in the Royal Box, Centre Court, Wimbledon.
Picture of Meghan
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Day Twelve: The Championships - Wimbledon 2019LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 13: (L-R) Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and Pippa Middleton attend the Royal Box during Day twelve of The Championships - Wimbledon 2019 at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on July 13, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)
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Congratulations to Simona Halep, what a out of this world game and an excellent interview to both Serena and the winner.
Meghan has just left the RB, Kate and Pippa (seen in ESPN TV) have stayed for the finals of double men; France versus Colombia.
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What a terrific display of support for Meghan from Kate and Pippa. One British tabloid newspaper headline today says, ?the feud is over? - unable to admit that perhaps its reports of a feud were inaccurate.
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Meghan Markle joins Kate Middleton at Wimbledon to watch Serena in women's final - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/breaking-kate-middleton-beams-wimbledon-18194665)
Meghan Markle & Kate Middleton look to have put feud to one side as they're joined by Pippa in Royal box for Serena's in Ladies' final (https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/9499400/wimbledon-2019-kate-middleton-meghan-markle/)
Two Duchesses watch the Queen of tennis: Kate and Meghan cheer on Serena at Wimbledon (https://www.telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2019/07/13/meghan-markle-kate-middleton-watch-serena-williams-wimbledon/)
Meghan Markle arrives for Wimbledon final discreetly after Kate turns up alone | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1152986/meghan-markle-wimbledon-kate-middleton-serena-williams-simona-halep-pictures-royal-news)
Kate arrives without Meghan Markle for Wimbledon ladies final | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1152955/meghan-markle-kate-middleton-wimbledon-final-pictures-serena-williams-royal-news)
Kate and Meghan attend Wimbledon final as Serena Williams bids to make Grand Slam history - ITV News (https://www.itv.com/news/2019-07-13/kate-and-meghan-to-attend-wimbledon-womens-singles-final/)
The Royals due at Wimbledon on Finals Weekend 2019 ? Royal Central (http://royalcentral.co.uk/blogs/the-royals-due-at-wimbledon-on-finals-weekend-2019-125821)
Wonderful game - and these special ladies are bringing even more attention to the sport. Wimbledon probably didn't need any boost to its popularity, but the sport itself is a great one to encourage for the young, at least I think so. I also thought that if the Court is trying to show there is no feud, they couldn't have done better than to bring Pippa along. It's subtle, but it says she is part of the Middleton circle.
^ Quite, I thought the KP team's strategy is/was Spot On, completely accurate, so kudos to them...three is company, three is a charm, three is a magic.
*****
Simona Halep fangirling The Duchess of Cambridge.
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Quote from: wannable on July 13, 2019, 02:48:38 PM
Congratulations to Simona Halep, what a out of this world game and an excellent interview to both Serena and the winner.
Meghan has just left the RB, Kate and Pippa (seen in ESPN TV) have stayed for the finals of double men; France versus Colombia.
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I still think the "feud" was a press creation.
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What a terrific display of support for Meghan from Kate and Pippa. One British tabloid newspaper headline today says, ?the feud is over? - unable to admit that perhaps its reports of a feud were inaccurate.
I don't care for the invented feud. Today I feel very happy that Kate and Meghan thoroughly enjoyed each others company, including Pippa, it may be excellent, a new friendship for both ladies and vice versa.
I am baffled with the replies to Kier Simmons tweet with picture/video proof of the 3 ladies chatting, laughing and clearly having fun. Some of the Sussex fans loved him, highly regarded him. The dislike of/they have towards Kate (and Pippa) they just black listed him, including their fan squad leader. I hope it's momentarily or that Kate and Meghan can do some duty outings together, I think that was great positive media.
Congratulations to Simona Halep on her Ladies' Singles Championship victory. Congratulations to Serena Williams on her second place finish. The duchesses and Pippa Matthews appeared to really enjoy today's match. Love their summery dresses and Meghan's separates. Catherine again wore her Wimbledon ribbon.😊
It was a DOC official visit, announced by KP and in the CC. Therefore, there was/is a protocol to follow...
Time will tell if Pippa will be the Annabel Elliot 2.0 of Kate or a LIW. :nod:
Pippa did very well (she channeled the exact behavior of the Queen's LIW), nothing to write, almost invisible until they take a seat, translate that no Wimbledon official whispers or a Sports reporter there saying she was interrupting or whatever Kate's initial going early; meeting officials, junior tennis players and the lunch.
All in all, what a great day for the threesome. Here Hoping all goes well for both official events tomorrow of the DOC and DOS (another Wimbledon and the Lion King) :blowkiss:
I think the show of unity today was great for the BRF! I'm happy that this meeting dispelled all rumors of a feud. Well-done Meghan and Kate!
Quote from: Curryong on July 14, 2019, 12:05:58 AM
Kate might be patron of the All England club but that doesn't mean she's in charge of who sits in the Royal Box, or foe what the arrangements are for other royals, and just because Meghan sat next to Kate doesn't mean she was under Kate's superintendence. I'm sure that it was arranged among the sisters in law as it was known that both were going to the Ladies Final and then the Wimbledon officials were informed and made the arrangements.
As for Pippa being regarded by Kate as a potential L-in-W, she and her sister have been to Wimbledon loads of times, with friends and in family parties. There's nothing unusual about it. It wasn't exactly a novelty for Pippa to be in the Royal Box (nor was it the first time for Meghan.)
Kate is not in charge, it's Mr. Brooks by request from the Duke of Kent and Duchess of Cambridge, the rest he allocates as he deems appropriate.
BUT Meghan was Kate's guest. Said by the official KP, and look Sussex Royal Instagram.
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Royal blues! The Duchess of Cambridge looks chic in a ?1,390 pastel gown as she and Prince William arrive to watch Federer take on Djokovic in Wimbledon final
Tennis fan Kate, 37, was joined in the Wimbledon Royal Box today by her husband Prince William, 37
The royal couple met with ball boys and girls and AELTC officials before the Men's Singles Final this afternoon
Yesterday the Duchess watched the Ladies Singles Final with sister Pippa and sister-in-law Meghan Markle
Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic are competing this afternoon to be crowned 2019 Wimbledon champion
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attend final day of Wimbledon | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7245699/Duke-Duchess-Cambridge-attend-final-day-Wimbledon.html?ito=social-twitter_dailymailceleb)
Kate Middleton is radiant in blue at the men's Wimbledon finals with Prince William | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/fashion/royal-style/2019071475249/kate-middleton-wimbledon-finals-outfit-blue-dress-details/)
Why Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle found this Wimbledon surprise hilarious | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2019071475277/kate-middleton-meghan-markle-hilarious-wimbledon-surprise/)
Meghan Markle receives special personal message after her Wimbledon appearance with Kate Middleton | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2019071475282/meghan-markle-special-message-after-wimbledon-with-kate-middleton/)
Who's in the Royal Box at Wimbledon with Duchesses Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2019071375272/whos-in-royal-box-wimbledon-with-kate-meghan/)
Kate Middleton, Prince William Attend Wimbledon 2019 | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/kate-middleton-prince-william-wimbledon-date-2019/)
Quote from: sara8150 on July 14, 2019, 04:00:45 AM
Denim-free Meghan wins the Centre Court style final in a tiebreak with Kate, writes LIZ JONES | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/debate/article-7244711/Denim-free-Meghan-wins-Centre-Court-style-final-tiebreak-Kate-writes-LIZ-JONES.html)
It seems so shallow to talk about their clothing, but since this was posted I'll put in my two cents' worth. I don't think Meghan won the Centre Court style final. The style and cut of the skirt and blouse did not suit her at all. On the other hand, the color of Catherine's dress would be more fitting for spring or fall - light colors are best for summer. Of the three sitting together, Pippa Mathews looked best and won the Centre Court style final. More importantly, it was great that they were all together and seemed to enjoy each other's company.
Carole Middleton, Pippa Middleton, James Middleton and his girlfriend Alizee attend the Men's Wimbledon finals, they are seated in VIP diagonal to the Royal Box (ESPN TV panned W&K waving :hi: to them, whom also were closely followed by the cameras, the only thing missing was a slow motion cam :hehe: )
Middleton's day out! Carole, James and Pippa join Kate at Wimbledon | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7245939/Middletons-day-Carole-James-Pippa-join-Kate-Wimbledon.html)
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Quote from: Princess Cassandra on July 14, 2019, 02:31:38 PM
It seems so shallow to talk about their clothing, but since this was posted I'll put in my two cents' worth. I don't think Meghan won the Centre Court style final. The style and cut of the skirt and blouse did not suit her at all. On the other hand, the color of Catherine's dress would be more fitting for spring or fall - light colors are best for summer. Of the three sitting together, Pippa Mathews looked best and won the Centre Court style final. More importantly, it was great that they were all together and seemed to enjoy each other's company.
I thought so too, but after reading Patrick Jephson article, where he states that Royals going to Wimbledon, a public arena, where there is Live TV, millions around the world watching, and professional and random public taking pictures of the tennis players, celebrities and royals...I opened my eyes and definitely wear smart looking clothing. Meghan's style is interesting and different (yesterday, the jeans look of previous week I didn't like at all) Wimbledon is the oldest competition ever, and the game was invented by the English.
Kate Middleton and Prince William join the Middleton family at Wimbledon men's final | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2019071475285/kate-middletons-family-watches-wimbledon-mens-final/)
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended the Wimbledon final | Newmyroyals & Hollywood Fashion (https://www.newmyroyals.com/2019/07/the-duke-and-duchess-of-cambridge.html)
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended Wimbledon men?s final (https://www.therealmyroyals.com/the-duke-and-duchess-of-cambridge-attends-wimbledon-mens-final/)
Kate Middleton arrives at Wimbledon with Prince William ahead of men's final - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/breaking-kate-middleton-arrives-wimbledon-18208150)
Kate Middleton back at Centre Court with Prince William to watch Roger Federer in Wimbledon final (https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/9503992/kate-middleton-prince-william-wimbledon-final/)
Quote from: Princess Cassandra on July 14, 2019, 02:31:38 PM
It seems so shallow to talk about their clothing, but since this was posted I'll put in my two cents' worth. I don't think Meghan won the Centre Court style final. The style and cut of the skirt and blouse did not suit her at all. On the other hand, the color of Catherine's dress would be more fitting for spring or fall - light colors are best for summer. Of the three sitting together, Pippa Mathews looked best and won the Centre Court style final. More importantly, it was great that they were all together and seemed to enjoy each other's company.
The dresses were ill fitting on both Meghan and Kate. Kate's dress was too tight and since Meghan is still losing baby weight she might have chosen something more figure flattering. I think Pippa is rather dull in her choice of wardrobe. Just my take.
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Quote from: wannable on July 14, 2019, 12:49:15 PM
Kate is not in charge, it's Mr. Brooks by request from the Duke of Kent and Duchess of Cambridge, the rest he allocates as he deems appropriate.
BUT Meghan was Kate's guest. Said by the official KP, and look Sussex Royal Instagram.
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Meghan is a royal unlike Pippa. I am not sure if she would have had to be invited by Kate. Maybe HM gave permission for Meghan to be in the royal box.
Quote from: Princess Cassandra on July 14, 2019, 02:31:38 PM
It seems so shallow to talk about their clothing, but since this was posted I'll put in my two cents' worth. I don't think Meghan won the Centre Court style final. The style and cut of the skirt and blouse did not suit her at all. On the other hand, the color of Catherine's dress would be more fitting for spring or fall - light colors are best for summer. Of the three sitting together, Pippa Mathews looked best and won the Centre Court style final. More importantly, it was great that they were all together and seemed to enjoy each other's company.
I agree
@Princess Cassandra that Poppa's outfit was the best that day. Catherine should retire the green dress IMO though she likely wanted to give a nod to the club colors. I like Meghan's skirt but I am not sure if it was the best look for her. Her olive tent dress was one of her better looks recently.
Again it was great to see the ladies enjoying the match and it was a nice gesture on Catherine's part to invite Meghan and Pippa to the Ladies' Championship and Doubles' Championship. Sorry for Serena as it must have been frustrating to lose again. Equally surprising when yesterday's wunderkind is now in the same place as the veterans before her ie: Steffi Graff.
OMG a FIVE HOUR Men's final!!!
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I agree @Princess Cassandra that Poppa's outfit was the best that day. Catherine should retire the green dress IMO though she likely wanted to give a nod to the club colors. I like Meghan's skirt but I am not sure if it was the best look for her. Her olive tent dress was one of her better looks recently.
Again it was great to see the ladies enjoying the match and it was a nice gesture on Catherine's part to invite Meghan and Pippa to the Ladies' Championship and Doubles' Championship. Sorry for Serena as it must have been frustrating to lose again. Equally surprising when yesterday's wunderkind is now in the same place as the veterans before her ie: Steffi Graff.
OMG a FIVE HOUR Men's final!!!
Folks must have got sunburnt in that Mens' Final! I am sorry for Serena, also. Clearly she felt the loss keenly. She missed Billie Jean King's point, but hopefully as she puts the loss behind her and thinks about what Ms. King said she will realize that it wasn't meant to be cruel. I think BJK wants Serena to be successful and was sorry for the loss as well.
Kate handled the trophy giving very well. She's ready for the presidency when DOK retires.
Online media ratings jumped, female population
I think the exciting final round was the real star not the royals.
Wimbledon 2019: A-list Hollywood stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Tom Hiddleston in the royal box | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-7247319/Wimbledon-2019-list-Hollywood-stars-Benedict-Cumberbatch-Tom-Hiddleston-royal-box.html)
Kate Middleton's Facial Expressions During Wimbledon Men's Final | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/kate-middleton-facial-expressions-wimbledon-mens-finals/)
Sweet expression priceless face of the Duchess of Cambridge
Curiosities: Those large pearl Swedish earrings, she has only worn it 3 times, all at the same date, 14th July, Princess Victoria of Sweden's birthday. The first time she wore them was during their Scandinavian tour, and since then, every 14th of July.
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge stayed at Wimbledon to meet and personally congratulate Novak Djokovic and his family; mom, dad and boy, the wife and his daughter didn't go to Wimbledon, stayed at their hotel in London.
Wimbledon official youtube channel
Novak Djokovic chats with Duke and Duchess of Cambridge following Wimbledon 2019 win - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtV-ICwdJ-c&feature=youtu.be)
It did. We are halfway through July. The article says they will take a bee line for the 9th August King's Cup regatta.
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Quote🏆 Just one week to go until The King?s Cup! Today we?re excited to reveal the ambassadors representing each of the eight charities benefitting from this year?s regatta.
Quote⛵ The teams will be led by:
The Duke - @cbukhelp
The Duchess - The Royal Foundation's Early Years programme
Bear Grylls - @tusk_org
Fara Williams - @CentrepointUK
Dan Snow - @LDNairamb
John Bishop - @ActionAddiction
Katie Thistleton - @Place2Be
Helen Glover - @AFNCCF
They will open as a prelude to Cowes Week, which is quintessentially British thing to do/go during summer since 1920, it's the most important economical week for the Isle of Wight. Approx. 1.3 to 1.5 Million visitors, the entire Cowes turns into a huge festival. After the DOC's King's Cup, during the week there is usually pro and amateur regatta races; 800 boats, 1000 competitors. People can do day trips or stay (although by end of June, usually it's sold out).
Land Rover is sponsoring the DOC's regatta (and their 8 chosen charities for this year) and apparently have signed up for years to come.
The King?s Cup: the celebrities joining William and Kate ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/cambridge/the-kings-cup-the-celebrities-joining-william-and-kate-127919/)
QuoteThe Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will be joined by six well known faces for the King?s Cup regatta which takes place on the Isle of Wight next week. Adventurer Bear Grylls and double Olympic rowing champion, Helen Glover, are among the ambassadors at the race supporting a wide range of charities.
Eight boats will take part in the regatta representing charities chosen by William and Kate. The Duke of Cambridge has selected Child Bereavement UK and he?ll lead their team. His other picks are Centrepoint which will be represented by England football international Fara Williams, Tusk whose boat will be led by Bear Grylls and the London?s Air Ambulance Charity which will welcome historian and author, Dan Snow, to its crew.
Kate has chosen four organisations for the event, as well. The Duchess of Cambridge will lead the boat for The Royal Foundation. Her other selections include Action on Addiction whose team will include comedian John Bishop. TV presenter, Kate Thistleton, will be part of the crew representing Place2Be while Helen Glover will join the boat for the Anna Freud Centre.
William and Kate announced the King?s Cup race for their chosen charities back in May. The event,which takes place on Friday August 9th 2019, will include a number of races with the teams taking to the water in Fast-40 boats, described as high performance boats with crews of 12 people. The winners will be presented with the King?s Cup on the afternoon of the race. The cup itself was first presented in 1920 by King George V, a keen sailor.
Spectators wanting to see the action will be able to access the SailGP Race Village for free on the day of the event while waterfront activities are also planned.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are hoping that the King?s Cup will become an annual event supporting different charities and raising awareness of the benefits of sport.
Sounds like an interesting event with Bear Grylls.
I'll bet they had some sailing practice on their holiday.
Slight change in the start of the race due to weather conditions in the Solent.
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QuoteDue to adverse weather conditions forecasted for Friday in Cowes, The King?s Cup hosted by The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will now take place on Thursday 8th August at 1400hrs.
Seems like the weather this coming Friday isn't good for sailing. So I wonder if the weekend for Cowes week will also be affected.
Storm forecast affects William and Kate?s plans for the King?s Cup ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/cambridge/storm-forecast-affects-william-and-kates-plans-for-the-kings-cup-128228/)
QuoteKensington Palace had announced that the sailing regatta highlighting charities and organisations supported by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge has been moved because of bad weather predictions. The King?s Cup will now take place on Thursday August 8th, a day earlier than planned, because of storms forecast for later in the week.
This must have caused a beehive of last minute tasks...I hope they were not way behind in their preparations.
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Go Mum and Dad! Prince George joins grandfather Michael Middleton on a boat to watch William and Kate race in an Isle of Wight charity sailing regatta
Duke, 37, and Duchess of Cambridge, 37, set off in the sailing regatta in support of their charitable causes
Each boat taking part represents one of eight charities and the winning team will be awarded The King?s Cup
Kate arrived wearing a colourful frill top by Sandro, ?135 and navy L.K. Bennett trousers, which retail at ?150
She then changed into nautical-inspired outfit consisting of navy shorts and white polo top ahead of the race
Public watch the race from the grandstands on shore as others enjoy fun-filled activities along the seafront
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge go head-to-head in a major sailing regatta | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7336317/The-Duke-Duchess-Cambridge-prepare-head-head-major-sailing-regatta.html)
This is great. Getty Images has pictures of the other children, and Carole too. I wouldn't be surprised if the Cambridge's and Middleton's spend the weekend at the Isle of Wight. There are beautiful cottages or mansions for short term lease.
Prince George is with his Grandpa Michael and what appears to be a school bff.
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Prince George has been seen watching his parents compete in the King?s Cup from a boat. The Cambridge children are all in Cowes for the family event #KingsCup
Princess Charlotte with a friend too
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Princess George and Princess Charlotte watch Prince William and Kate Middleton in a sailing regatta | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7337461/Princess-George-Princess-Charlotte-watch-Prince-William-Kate-Middleton-sailing-regatta.html)
Kate ditches her nautical stripes for a polo shirt and shorts at sailing regatta | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7337165/Kate-ditches-nautical-stripes-polo-shirt-shorts-sailing-regatta.html)
Royal SURPRISE! Prince George and Princess Charlotte are cutest sailors at King's Cup regatta | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2019080876274/prince-george-sailor-kings-cup-regatta/)
Kate Middleton and Prince William make rare outing during summer holiday at King's Cup Regatta - LIVE UPDATES | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/gallery/2019080876265/kate-middleton-prince-william-kings-cup-regatta-live-updates/1/)
Kate Middleton shows off Mustique tan in tiny shorts at the King's Cup yachting regatta | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/fashion/royal-style/2019080876241/kate-middleton-shows-off-summer-tan-in-shorts-regatta/)
Prince George and Princess Charlotte Go Sailing with Grandpa Mike | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/prince-george-princess-charlotte-sailing-captain-hat/)
Kate Middleton and Prince William Compete in Charity Sailing Race | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/kate-middleton-prince-william-compete-charity-sailing-race/)
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It's victory in Race One of The King's Cup for Tusk and ambassador Bear Grylls!
@tusk_org | @BearGrylls
@LDNairamb | @thehistoryguy
@cbukhelp | The Duke of Cambridge
Tusk Trust wins
London Air Ambulance Services second
Child Bereavement UK third.
Kate's The Royal Foundation disqualified at the second race for starting early.
Congratulations to Tusk Trust, London Air Ambulance and Child Bereavement. :thumbsup:
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge attended The King?s Cup | Newmyroyals & Hollywood Fashion (https://www.newmyroyals.com/2019/08/the-duke-and-duchess-of-cambridge.html)
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge Arrive For The King?s Cup Regatta (https://www.therealmyroyals.com/the-duke-and-duchess-of-cambridge-arrive-for-the-kings-cup-regatta/)
Prince George growing up fast as he shows off loosing his two front teeth at regatta race | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1163440/prince-george-royal-news-yachting-regatta-cowes-king-s-cup-kate-middleton-prince-william)
Prince George adorable in captain?s hat as he and Charlotte cheer Kate and Will at regatta | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1163404/prince-george-princess-charlotte-kate-middleton-william-sailing-regatta-royal-news-picture)
Kate Middleton: Kate gets game face on as she goes head to head with William in regatta | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1163281/Kate-middleton-prince-william-royal-regatta-latest)
The Duchess of Cambridge is disqualified in sailing regatta ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/cambridge/the-duchess-of-cambridge-is-disqualified-in-sailing-regatta-128300/)
Prince George and Princess Charlotte cheer on parents in The King?s Cup Regatta ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/prince-george-cheers-on-parents-in-the-kings-cup-regatta-128293/)
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrive for the King?s Cup ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/the-duke-and-duchess-of-cambridge-arrive-for-the-kings-cup-128284/)
The crowd had a laughing out loud with Princess Charlotte.
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Here?s that cheeky moment from Princess Charlotte again - very funny moment! #kingscup
WATCH: Cheeky Charlotte! Kate just brought George and Charlotte to wave to the crowd from the window above the prizegiving stage. She poked her tongue out instead!!
Twitter (https://twitter.com/emynash/status/1159504079237865472)
The trophy will be given out soon. As previously mentioned, Land Rover sponsored the regatta, so the 8 charities will be receiving the moneys.
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Richard Palmer filmed the trophy giving. Kate is a good sport, laughing out loud receiving the last place, a large wooden spoon.
Richard Palmer
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@RoyalReporter
A giant wooden spoon for the captain whose team finished last. Step forward the Duchess of Cambridge.
Twitter (https://twitter.com/RoyalReporter/status/1159507813045026817)
William receiving large bottles of champers for both Centrepoint and Child Bereavement
Twitter (https://twitter.com/RoyalReporter/status/1159510588562771968)
King's Cup: William finishes ahead of Kate in yacht race - BBC News (https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-hampshire-49283051)
Quotehe King's Cup, a trophy first presented by King George V at Cowes' Royal Yacht Squadron in 1920, was awarded to Bear Grylls' winning team.
The duke and duchess hope the King's Cup regatta will become an annual event, increasing awareness of the benefits of sport, while also raising funds for their charities.
Spectators watched the race from a 800-seater grandstand, while footage was also played on screens across the town.
Congratulations to the winning team from Tusk Trust! :happy:
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Short video with footage from the event.
Twitter (https://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal/status/1159525144878100480/video/1)
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Quote⛵ Thank you to everyone that took part in The King's Cup, raising awareness and funds for eight of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's Patronages!
Twitter (https://twitter.com/Gertsroyals/status/1159604356938981381)
QuoteCC Thursday: The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge today held, and competed in the inaugural King?s Cup Regatta, Cowes, and were received by Her Majesty?s Lord-Lieutenant of Isle of Wight (Mrs Susan Sheldon).
TRH afterwards attended the King?s Cup Regatta prize-giving ceremony.
Carole and Michael Middleton's behaviour reveals clues about their role as grandparents | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7340695/Carole-Michael-Middletons-behaviour-reveals-clues-role-grandparents.html)
Kate Middleton praised for response to cheeky Princess Charlotte | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-7340241/Parents-praise-Kate-Middletons-normal-response-Princess-Charlottes-cheeky-tongue-moment.html)
Kate Middleton receives DRAMATIC bow from hilarious little girl? see photo | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2019080976330/kate-middleton-little-girl-bow/)
Twitter (https://twitter.com/Gertsroyals/status/1228302846057177088?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet)
QuoteNew Engagement:
Feb 22nd,
Prince William, Patron of the @WelshRugbyUnion
, will attend the Wales vs France Six Nations Match
QuoteHer Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge will join a SportsAid event dedicated to championing the parents and guardians of talented young athletes while highlighting the important role they continue to play in British sporting success on a visit to the London Stadium on Wednesday 26 February 2020. The Duchess has been the Patron of SportsAid since 2013.
More: SportsAid - HRH The Duchess of Cambridge to celebrate parent power with SportsAid (https://www.sportsaid.org.uk/news-main/news/hrh-the-duchess-of-cambridge-to-celebrate-parent-power-with-sportsaid/)
Kensington Palace Twitter says
QuoteThe Duchess of Cambridge, Patron of @TeamSportsAid, will visit the London Stadium at the Olympic Park in Stratford on Wednesday 26th February to join a SportsAid event dedicated to celebrating the role that parents and guardians play in their child?s sporting success.
Twitter (https://twitter.com/kensingtonroyal/status/1228320163298238464?s=21)
Gert?s Royals Twitter says
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Duchess Kate, Patron of @TeamSportsAid, will visit the London Stadium at the Olympic Park in Stratford on to join a SportsAid event dedicated to celebrating the role that parents and guardians play in their child?s sporting success.
Twitter (https://twitter.com/gertsroyals/status/1228371674938200064?s=21)
Sports Aid Twitter says
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Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge will join a SportsAid event dedicated to championing the parents and guardians of talented young athletes at the @LondonStadium on Wednesday 26 February 2020!
Twitter (https://twitter.com/teamsportsaid/status/1228343443920969729?s=21)
Kensington Palace Twitter says
QuoteThe Duke of Cambridge, Patron of the @WelshRugbyUnion, will attend the Wales vs France Six Nations Match on Saturday 22nd February.
Twitter (https://twitter.com/kensingtonroyal/status/1228296407238529024?s=21)
QuoteWilliam spoke to Rhian Roberts, 34, who is one of 33 people supported by the trust.
Mrs Roberts, a primary school teacher, told William she had married into a dairy family in West Wales.
She has been supported by the trust after suffering damage to her neck during a tackle in March 2018.
?We?ve been lambing with the children this week,? William told Mrs Roberts, who played with club Y Piod Pinc for two seasons.
?Charlotte wasn?t sure at first but George was straight in there. Louie loves the tractors.
?They love seeing the lambs and feeding the lambs. Dairy farming ? you are all seriously tough.?
William shares farming tales as he attends Six Nations clash in Cardiff | Stroud News and Journal (https://www.stroudnewsandjournal.co.uk/news/national/18254906.william-shares-farming-tales-attends-six-nations-clash-cardiff/)
QuoteThe Welsh Rugby Union had 60 buckets for fans to make donations to those affected by the floods, and has pledged ?100,000 to support clubs.
Staff have volunteered to help with the clear-up operation across the country.
The union is also taking steps to help with equipment lost in the flooding, as well as providing specialist expertise with recovering and maintaining damaged pitches.
Martyn Phillips, group chief executive of the Welsh Rugby Union, speaking ahead of the match, said: ?These are exceptional circumstances and we have therefore decided to allocate dedicated funds and resources to help out rugby clubs in need in communities throughout the country.
?There is money put aside for emergencies such as these and we will take great care to ensure that we target both money and resources in the right areas so that we are helping those who need it most.?
Glad to see that the Welsh Rugby charity is helping those affected by the recent flooding as well as their usual work of assisting those who were injured while playing.
So it seems that the Cambridges spent their half term break in Norfolk with the kiddies joining in with the lambing season. This is an incredibly busy time for the farmers with the new additions to their flocks.
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France won yesterday's match.
Six Nations 2020: France beat Wales to keep Grand Slam hopes alive - BBC Sport (https://www.bbc.com/sport/rugby-union/51574195)
Twitter (https://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal/status/1231322133692911616)
QuoteCongratulations @FranceRugby
on your victory, and commiserations @WelshRugbyUnion
- what a match!
SportsAid
@TeamSportsAid
The Duchess has arrived at the
@LondonStadium
?s Indoor Track with
@TJL1967
. She has been greeted by a taekwondo demonstration from Lutalo Muhammad and Mia Pachansky. She will now be given an insight into track and field while meeting SportsAid athletes, parents and guardians!
Kate Middleton dresses down in jeans and trainers for a SportsAid event at London Stadium | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-8046077/Kate-Middleton-dresses-jeans-trainers-SportsAid-event-London-Stadium.html)
Kate Middleton steps out in ?5.99 Zara culottes and trainers for SportsAid event in London | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/fashion/royal-style/2020022685342/kate-middleton-wears-casual-culottes-and-trainers-sportsaid-london/)
Kate Middleton gets sporty with Jessica Ennis-Hill at the London Stadium - live updates | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/gallery/2020022685373/kate-middleton-jessica-ennis-hill-sports-aid-london-stadium/1/)
Kate Middleton's new trainers are just ?29.50 from Marks and Spencer | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/fashion/royal-style/2020022685393/kate-middleton-wears-marks-and-spencer-trainers/)
Kate Middleton Gets Sporty with Young Athletes at Olympic Park | PEOPLE.com | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/kate-middleton-gets-sporty-she-hit-the-track-on-solo-outing-to-londons-olympic-park/)
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Duchess of Cambridge attended SportsAid event at London Stadium | Newmyroyals & Hollywood Fashion (https://www.newmyroyals.com/2020/02/duchess-of-cambridge-attended-sportsaid.html)
The Duchess of Cambridge Patron of Team Sports Aid, visits the London Stadium to attend a Sportsaid event dedicated to celebrating the role that (https://www.therealmyroyals.com/the-duchess-of-cambridge-patron-of-team-sports-aid-visits-the-london-stadium-to-attend-a-sportsaid-event-dedicated-to-celebrating-the-role-that-parents-and-guardians-play-in-their-childs-spo/)
As an ex sports person, I love the scheme of Sports Aid UK, not everyone who 'qualifies' top 5 get commercial sponsorship. The industries that sponsor are ''still' with the mindset that one (both genders) must be physically attractive, if not, be no. 1 worldwide.
After I retired from sport, I was a Director at the sports federation for the Olympic committee, we created a similar scheme for those who made it, but had zilch private commercial sponsors, i.e. from footwear, clothing, airline, food, beverage, etc. companies. We basically and firstly sponsored the gifted with free Education (university included), health, insurance, a gifted housing, the 'country' Olympic clothing was their basic.
What about the none top 5 of each sport; the scheme gives them basic training facility with donor wear. Usually there's cafeterias with really great nutritional meals and almost free, a penny.
Duchess of Cambridge Spars with Former World Champion Boxer at SportsAid Event - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kIUW7WK3-7s)
Competitive Kate Middleton impresses on running track and boxes during sporty day out - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/competitive-kate-middleton-impresses-running-21580665)
Sporty Kate Middleton shows how it?s done as she practises sprints with young athletes ? The Sun (https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/11043783/kate-middleton-olympic-stadium/)
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Duchess of Cambridge meets families behind sports stars of the future (https://www.telegraph.co.uk/royal-family/2020/02/26/duchess-cambridge-meets-families-behind-sports-stars-future/)
The Duke of Cambridge has thanked Swim Englands staff and members for their work to support the swimming community during the coronavirus pandemic.
Prince William is the patron of the recognised national governing body for aquatics and has sent a letter to all the Swim England team and members at its affiliated clubs.
With pools closed since 20 March, Swim England has created a range of content, resources and training opportunities to help keep clubs and members engaged.
More: Duke of Cambridge?s letter praises Swim England staff and members (https://www.swimming.org/swimengland/duke-cambridge-letter-thanks/)
The Duchess of Cambridge has narrated a special short film to mark what would have been the opening day of Wimbledon 2020.
Tennis fan Kate, who has attended the tournament numerous times and handed out the trophy to men's singles champion Novak Djokovic in 2019, provided a moving voiceover for the footage, which was shared by Wimbledons official Twitter account.
The Duchess of Cambridge Delights Wimbledon Fans with Special Message - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EG_VR2WnE-k)
I'm a huge tennis fan, and Wimbledon being one of the 3 biggest highlights in the ATP and WTA, I will miss it this year very much. The ATP/WTA have decided to squeeze a bunch of tournaments this coming August 2020 with no fans, i.e. like premier football. So at least I'll be watching the US Open and the Roland Garros.
The inaugural Kings Cup regatta raised 490,000 for charity - The Telegraph
To mark what would have been the start of finals weekend of the famous Wimbledon Championships, The Duchess of Cambridge (Patron of the All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club) was joined by surprise guest Sir Andy Murray, as she spoke to young tennis players from Bond Primary School in South London.
The former Wimbledon Champion shared his experiences of playing tennis growing up, some vital tips to better their game, and how he?s managed training over the last few months
YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W95adkMSm78)
Kate Middleton and Andy Murray reunite to surprise schoolchildren in best way ? video | HELLO! (https://ca.hellomagazine.com/royalty/2020071093225/kate-middleton-andy-murray-surprise-schoolchildren/)
Thank you for sharing. I enjoyed the interaction between Catherine, Andy and the children. Her dress would be a perfect choice for next year's tournament.
Lovely, and her tennis motif dress too, I'd guess it would be any of the actual top 5's in the finals for both ATP/WTA standings.
My guess is it will not proceed this year?
Quote from: oak_and_cedar on July 10, 2020, 11:59:10 PM
My guess is it will not proceed this year?
I'm guessing that if it does proceed that spectator numbers will be limited and coverage would be shown on television or online. The participants themselves can take the appropriate precautions. Last year there were eight teams representing different charities.
https://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal/status/1355934414279204866
QuoteRacist abuse - whether on the pitch, in the stands, or on social media - is despicable and it must stop now.
William as President of the Football Assoc. sent a series of three tweets addressing racism in football.
https://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal/status/1355934416225361925
QuoteWe all have a responsibility to create an environment where such abuse is not tolerated, and those who choose to spread hate and division are held accountable for their actions. That responsibility extends to the platforms where so much of this activity now takes place.
https://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal
QuoteI commend all those players, supporters, clubs and organisations who continue to call out and condemn this abuse in the strongest terms. - W
The Duke of Cambridge called an emergency meeting with figureheads and campaigners to devise plans on how a multi agency partnership can work together to stamp out sickening racism in football.
More: Prince William vows 'enough is enough' as he plans to tackle racism in football - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/prince-william-vows-enough-enough-23445581?utm_source=twitter.com&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=sharebar)
EXCLUSIVE: The Duke of Cambridge has vowed to personally broker a deal between big tech firms and campaigners after being shocked and appalled at the lack of action against racism
More: 'Shocked' Prince William fights 'epidemic' of racism and abuse on social media - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/shocked-prince-william-fights-epidemic-23471898.amp?utm_source=twitter.com&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=sharebar&__twitter_impression=true)
I'm glad that William is following Harry and Meghan in contacting big tech firms in an effort to fight racism and hatred on social media.
However, I'm just wondering where William, and the rest of the RF was, when Meghan, his own sister in law, their own relative by marriage, was living in the UK and being pounded night and day by trolls and the tabloids.
Here was a biracial woman and none of them, not one, including him, raised a finger to assist her. No word in her defence, no shared engagements, no word in any statement. So apparently she didn't matter to him but this does.
PRINCE William has blasted the European Super League for the damage it would cause to the entire football community.
The Duke of Cambridge, who is also President of the Football Association, said that he shared the same concerns of fans about the new league.
More: Prince William blasts ?damage? European Super League would cause & tells 'giants' to ?protect entire football community? (https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/14700491/prince-william-damage-super-league-clubs-community/amp/?utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=sunmaintwitter&utm_source=Twitter&__twitter_impression=true)
Kudos to William (I was pessimistic), President of the FA, he surely has the inside knowledge and the pulse of things in this matter.
Partial victory so far!!!
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BREAKING NEWS: Chelsea AND Man City 'prepare to pull out of Super League': Big Six breakaway alliance crumbles as clubs 'request withdrawal' amid fan fury at greedy billionaire owners' plans
BREAKING: The European Super League has been officially disbanded following a meeting between the 12 founder clubs tonight.
https://twitter.com/UnitedsUpdate/status/1384580266488995845?s=20
Edit: This is a little premature. Nothing official yet.
You are surely not suggesting that it?s because of William?s influence that these successful clubs in England are now withdrawing/going to withdraw from the proposed Super League? Because if you are it suggests you don?t know very much about British soccer! The fans? reaction to the news and the threat of legal penalties to the clubs administration are the key to the recent moves.
The Football Association (also known as The FA) is the governing body of association football in England and the Crown dependencies of Jersey, Guernsey, and the Isle of Man. Formed in 1863, it is the oldest football association in the world and is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the amateur and professional game in its territory.
The office holders in order are: The President, Chairman, Secretary, Chief Executive, General Secretary and Executive Director.
The President is the highest holder, who would you prefer to have written the official communication?
Press Association
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The Duke of Cambridge has held talks with the Football Association's (FA) chief executive Mark Bullingham.
William, the FA's president, spoke with Mr Bullingham on Tuesday afternoon via telephone and was briefed on the latest developments in the controversial proposal.
@PrincessOfPeace It's official now.
^^^
@wannable Yes just read all the EPL sides have left the Super League.
William as FA President certainly has a platform.
I only said: inside knowledge (GBP 300 Million per each owner) and pulse (what the FA team as a whole know and told their Presi, re: the Fans and the players who wouldn't receive a penny of that malignant deal). His communication was about devastating effect and the fans.
I didn't say that because of his communication as president he ''triggered'' the fans and players to speak out and rally. Although they did after his official tweet. :laugh:
Quote from: PrincessOfPeace on April 20, 2021, 11:11:32 PM
^^^ @wannable Yes just read all the EPL sides have left the Super League.
William as FA President certainly has a platform.
Glad for the fans and the teams that the EPL sides are now out of the proposed Super League.
I'm wading into this completely blind, no idea what the issue is, but good for William for what ever it was that he did. Well done! :whatcanisay:
@Macrobug67 - These appear to be the big issues that fan have with the Super League.
Why are football fans protesting against Super League plans? | Goal.com (https://www.goal.com/en/news/why-are-football-fans-protesting-against-super-league-plans/8css5g43wcyc1bhv4qwtr6pko)
QuoteWhat is the Super League?
The Super League is a new breakaway league featuring 20 of the biggest clubs in Europe, including 12 established "founding clubs" ? Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Man City, Man Utd, Tottenham, Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Real Madrid, Juventus, Inter and Milan ? set to rival the Champions League.
The 15 founding clubs will be competing in the tournament on a permanent basis, unable to be relegated (three more founding clubs are still yet to be confirmed).
Three additional guest teams will fill the remaining spots each year, based on their success in their respective domestic leagues.
It is understood that clubs playing in the Super League will still feature in their domestic leagues, but with the competition for the top four all but removed, and with their Super League presence never in danger, the tournament could threaten to imbalance football forever.
Fans and teams complain.
QuoteThere have been many reasons about why there has been so much backlash to the Super League, but the overwhelming issues are that the competition is elitist and exclusionary, removing healthy competition, and that the owners of the clubs involved seem to be more fuelled by financial reasons than by a genuine love of the game.
Fans of the "Big Six" Premier League teams were left upset and disappointed by the Super League announcement, having not been informed of the plans. Coaches and players were also not aware of the situation.
In the hours following the confirmation of the Super League, fans of the Premier League "Big Six" took to their stadiums to protest the announcement, with Liverpool fans hanging banners and flags outside of Anfield.
Chelsea supporters then voiced their concerns at Stamford Bridge in numbers prior to their Premier League game against Brighton.
Thank you. Could have read it buuuut....no. But well done William, well done.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge
@KensingtonRoyal
I?m glad the united voice of football fans has been heard and listened to. It is now really important that we use this moment to secure the future health of the game at all levels. As President of the FA, I?m committed to playing my part in that work. W
^^^ You beat me to it
@wannable.
Im glad the united voice of football fans has been heard and listened to. It is now really important that we use this moment to secure the future health of the game at all levels. As President of the FA, Im committed to playing my part in that work.
- Prince William
https://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal/status/1384908538879807489?s=20
Quote from: wannable on April 20, 2021, 11:24:54 PM
I only said: inside knowledge (GBP 300 Million per each owner) and pulse (what the FA team as a whole know and told their Presi, re: the Fans and the players who wouldn't receive a penny of that malignant deal). His communication was about devastating effect and the fans.
I didn't say that because of his communication as president he ''triggered'' the fans and players to speak out and rally. Although they did after his official tweet. :laugh:
Oh please! Fans were riled up about this proposed Super League as soon as it was announced. There were protests all over Twitter.
I have large numbers of friends and family all over England still, and it was practically the sole topic of conversation in the last two series of calls I made to about twenty people in all age groups.
Nobody on those calls even mentioned William?s tweet and quite frankly soccer fans in England couldn?t care less about tweets from Patrons not involved in the day to day running of the FA, nor about official statements from anyone, President, Chairman, etc whoever they are.
It?s truly bizarre to believe that fans only publicly protested (in Britain anyway) because they were waiting for some signal from Prince William. As I said there were ructions and protests from many followers of the game and officials from the beginning.
Williams message was quote tweeted by many prominent footballers. Many national newspapers had his remarks on the front pages.
Its a victory for the fans clearly, but having a person of the magnitude of Prince William speak out cant be ignored.
*Imagine being the PR hired gun having to deal with Prince William shitbagging your idea (of a breakaway Super League). Wouldn't be surprised if this reaches the desk of Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan, the bank backing the project.*
https://twitter.com/spignal/status/1384206544217075712?s=20
Pignal is a journalist. And journalists hardly ever ignore what members of the RF do.
Quote from: PrincessOfPeace on April 21, 2021, 07:07:26 PM
Williams message was quote tweeted by many prominent footballers. Many national newspapers had his remarks on the front pages.
Its a victory for the fans clearly, but having a person of the magnitude of Prince William speak out cant be ignored.
*Imagine being the PR hired gun having to deal with Prince William shitbagging your idea (of a breakaway Super League). Wouldn't be surprised if this reaches the desk of Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan, the bank backing the project.*
https://twitter.com/spignal/status/1384206544217075712?s=20
Bold and Underlined :hehe:
If Stanley the Economist from Paris, who has the pulse in mainland Europe, then it is what it is Princess.
He?s still only a journalist not an expert on Soccer. And no one human being holds ?the pulse of Europe?, or any other Continent for that matter. Sorry, I don?t worship any of these people, certainly not some journo in the economic field.
And no one person is a spokesman for the ordinary soccer fan in Britain, Germany or any other place. Those people are perfectly capable of making their feelings known for themselves.
and yet the super league crumbled. The FA has to do its job, and they did. Now internal meetings with players, coaches and owners of the 6 English clubs.
Stanley has worked as an Economist in the most important cities in Europe, including Brussels and London, now stationed in Paris. I'm not one to chit on his CV or his contact book. :flower:
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It is still unclear what punishment will follow from FIFA, UEFA, the FA and Premier League.
Yes, of course the FA had to do its job in the face of this incipient rebellion. And that job was done by people whose careers have been in soccer admin for years, usually decades and know the game inside out.
What was done and is being done within the FA (and other football overseeing bodies) would have been done in exactly the same way over the past week if the Patron (another name for the President) was Bozo the Clown or Dumbo the Elephant. And these administrators know exactly what the fans in the stands wanted them to do.
Btw, I?m not sure why the FA was highlighted to three times its normal size in that quote in the last post. If it was for my benefit I do know about the FA. and its history. I have attended soccer matches in England since childhood in the 1950s (Grimsby Town and Norwich City) and Chelsea and Manchester United many times since.
William is the image, image of a famous public person hits the news, the nice touch, he loves football.
He has done a lot for football; from mental health, to stop racism. Don't understand what the problem is that the FA President is actually taken serious by the players and fans, the dude was trending yesterday. :orchid:
Prince William backs plans to reform football to 'secure the future health of the game' | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9497181/Prince-William-backs-plans-reform-football-secure-future-health-game.html)
European Super League: Prince William 'glad united voice of fans has been heard' - as only three clubs left in project | UK News | Sky News (https://news.sky.com/story/juventus-chairman-says-european-super-league-can-no-longer-go-ahead-12282396)
Who does Prince William support in football? Duke's European Super League comments in full | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1425550/Prince-William-football-team-duke-of-Cambridge-statement-European-Super-League-EVG)
Prince William 'glad' football fans listened to on European Super League | ITV News (https://www.itv.com/news/2021-04-21/european-super-league-sports-secretary-oliver-dowden-backs-german-model-of-51-fan-ownership)
Prince William 'glad' European Super League cancelled - and fans were 'listened to' - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/breaking-prince-william-glad-responds-23957017)
Prince William praises ?united? football fans after backlash forces European Super League clubs to quit competition (https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/14724479/prince-william-praises-united-fans-super-league/)
Kensington Palace Twitter says
QuoteI?m glad the united voice of football fans has been heard and listened to. It is now really important that we use this moment to secure the future health of the game at all levels. As President of the FA, I?m committed to playing my part in that work. W
https://twitter.com/kensingtonroyal/status/1384908538879807489?s=21
As President of the FA I join the entire football community in the social media boycott this weekend. W
https://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal/status/1388127302043815943?s=20
More on why the social media boycott is occurring this weekend. (So will any photos for Princess Charlotte's birthday on May 2nd be delayed on KP social media?{
Social media boycott: Football clubs, players & sporting bodies begin protest - BBC Sport (https://www.bbc.com/sport/56936797)
Likely will appear on the website but not the SM
The Duke was the Clubs guest of honour on the day that the ribbon was cut on the new facility alongside a number of other invited guests and dignitaries.
Welcomed by the Clubs Chairman Nassef Sawiris and the Clubs CEO Christian Purslow, The Duke was given a tour of the new building before hearing more about the Aston Villa Foundations Community Outreach and Support programmes, meeting representatives from initiatives like Villa Vision, TeamWork and Villa Kitchen.
More: Aston Villa Football Club is proud to announce that His Royal Highness The Duke of Cambridge today officially opened the new High Performance Centre (https://www.avfc.co.uk/news/2021/may/The-Duke-of-Cambridge-opens-new-High-Performance-Centre/)
As part of his visit to the Clubs Bodymoor Heath Training Ground, where he officially opened the new High Performance Centre, The Duke met staff, partners and participants of some of the Foundation?s programmes.
Head of Foundation Guy Rippon was delighted to share with The Duke how the Clubs official charity has been helping to improve the lives of local people during the Covid-19 pandemic and beyond.
More: Foundation staff 'honoured' as The Duke of Cambridge learns of their community outreach | AVFC (https://www.avfc.co.uk/news/2021/may/Foundation-staff-honoured-as-The-Duke-of-Cambridge-learns-of-their-community-outreach/)
Oh a very happy day for the President of the FA as he views the new facilities.
https://twitter.com/avfcofficial/status/1389551250849607685?s=21
https://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal/status/1389622741817602056
QuoteAt @AVFCOfficial
, whose Villa Kitchen produces 1000 hot meals a week for local groups and organisations, Prince William heard about their work supporting the community, before formally opened the club?s new High Performance Centre
Prince William opens Training Facility at Favourite Club Aston Villa - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLPQVeIjbLY)
Prince William Says Princess Charlotte Had a ?Lovely Birthday? During Visit to West Midlands - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rdDyLaYbVXE)
Articles and discussion re Kate as Patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club (AELTC) Wimbledon and the Lawn Tennis Association and other sports related patronages and charities
The Duke of Cambridge, President of The Football Association, will attend the 2021 Emirates FA Cup Final between Chelsea and Leicester City at Wembley Stadium, and will present the trophy to the winners on Saturday.
Richard Palmer
@RoyalReporter
The Duke of Cambridge is meeting the two teams, Leicester and Chelsea , just before kick off at the 140th FA Cup Final at Wembley. We?ve just had the singing of the traditional Cup Final hymn, Abide With Me.
Our president, HRH The Duke of Cambridge, is in attendance at the
@EmiratesFACup
Final:: https://twitter.com/FA/status/1393604856640856067?s=20
After 137 Years of trying to win it :bday:
https://twitter.com/i/status/1393634086976118786
https://twitter.com/i/status/1393589080462614535
Quote from: wannable on May 15, 2021, 07:43:40 PM
After 137 Years of trying to win it :bday:
https://twitter.com/i/status/1393634086976118786
But that?s the same with 9/10s of the teams in England?s Football League, and always has been. Occasionally one or two do the impossible, but English soccer is dominated season after season by a handful of the top teams in the modern era.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge
Wishing the best of luck to
@StJohnstone
and
@HibernianFC
for the #ScottishCup Final!
Roya Nikkhah
@RoyaNikkhah
The Duke of Cambridge, President of @FA will be at @wembleystadium on Tuesday evening to watch @England take on the Czech Republic in their final
@EURO2020 group stage match.
My personal note, they have to win in order to make it to the 16 Euro teams.
The Duke of Cambridge at tonight's match.
https://twitter.com/DukeandDuches12/status/1407416182047756288?s=20
Editorial Photos, Celebrity, News, & Sports Images | Shutterstock Editorial (https://www.rexfeatures.com/livefeed/2021/06/22/england_v_czech_republic?celeb=Prince%20William&folder=UEFA%20European%20Championship%202020)
Duke Cambridge June 22 Bilder und Fotos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.de/fotos/duke-cambridge-june-22-2021?family=editorial&phrase=Duke%20Cambridge%20June%2022),%202021&sort=best
So far England is #1 in their group :bday:
They made a goal 1-0 vs. Czech, so hold it for 10 more minutes please.
GROUP D
1.
England
2.
Croatia
3.
Czech Republic
4.
Scotland
For the Euro2021 which is being held in several countries, a tour for each Group. The UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin came to London, Wimbley Stadium to have a meeting with FA President, Prince William.
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Aleksander said before arriving London ''I will say that Justice is sometimes slow, but it always comes''. This must be in reference to the ownership scandal of several football teams that wanted to leave the European leg championships to do their own league. William had calmed the team players and fans, the owners then had desisted from leaving.
Please post all stories regarding the royals and the 2021 Wimbledon tournament in this thread.
Can we post when Kate as Royal Patron attends. Today the Duke of Kent, President went, hence his thread :flower3:
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Gerts Royal has all sorts of data sheets, incredible.
@wannable-As a team we've decided to request that members post all Wimbledon tournament related items in this thread.
Okay. I think we will see the Middleton family from 1 to 3 times, DOK about 6 times, especially the 2nd week, which is the best (4th round to the Finals)
The DoK participates in a standing ovation for Dame Sarah Gilbert at Wimbledon today. Dame Sarah is the creator of the Oxford Covid vaccine.
The Duke of Kent joins in an emotional standing ovation at Wimbledon for the creator of the Oxford vaccine ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/kent/the-duke-of-kent-joins-in-an-emotional-standing-ovation-at-wimbledon-for-the-creator-of-the-oxford-vaccine-162357/)
QuoteAs the cameras zoomed in on Dame Sarah, the crowd erupted cheers and a round of applause, before getting to their feet in an unprompted standing ovation.
Dame Sarah was sat alongside her colleagues in the Royal Box alongside the Duke of Kent who also rose to his feet in appreciation.
Also present on the opening day of Wimbledon were NHS staff who were being honoured for their service during the global health emergency, as well as inspirational workers in the community.
BBC commentator and former tennis player Boris Becker said afterwards: ?What an emotional moment starting the championship off.?
CC Monday: The Duke of Kent, President, All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, this afternoon attended the Opening Day of the Wimbledon Championships, Church Road, Wimbledon, London SW19.
Day 3 Wimbledon
Duke of Kent
Prince Micheal of Kent
I wonder if the rain has finally stopped?
It hasn't rained today. But the rain from day 1 and 2 have made for the first time in Wimby history a total of 85 games today.
It's crazy.
Also Center Court is also for the first time in history - the grass is very slippery, so you have top players going down, the most famous Serena Williams retired without completing the 1st set.
I heard she had been injured. That?s such a shame and negligent on part of the organizers.
Yes, previous to her game witdrawal due to Injury, Adrian Mannarino also got injured and retired, he was winning Roger Federer, saved by the bell.
Which also brings another new historical happening, Serena was the last schedule for Center Court, usually Wimby moves the ''next best not started games to that court at last minute if late afternoon, but it was closed yesterday, they put some fans and dryers. And yet today Djokovic #1 in the world won but slipped about 4 times.
Center court and Court 1 are the only ones that have roof, so usually late afternoon schedules when done and dusted, the organizers start moving other pending games there.
Day 4 0 royals
The Duchess of Cambridge, Patron of the All England Lawn Tennis Club watches on from Court 14 alongside Sally Bolton OBE, AELTC Chief Executive and Former British Tennis Player Tim Henman during Day Five of The Championship.
https://twitter.com/DelMody/status/1410908104947113989?s=20
The Duchess of Cambridge views a portrait of Andy Murray in the Wimbledon Museum and helps to prepare strawberry desserts in the kitchen during her official visit on day five of Wimbledon.
https://twitter.com/PAImages/status/1410925461568380930?s=20
She looks great. Started off at Court 14 and is now in Center Court, royal box watching WTA Jabeur/Muguruza, later it's the ATP#1 Djokovic.
Djokovic will play Court 1, she's going to watch at Center Court Dan Evans (GBR) followed by Murray (GBR)
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge
@KensingtonRoyal
Unbiased 😉 prediction to win it:
@andy_murray
and @EmmaRaducanu
#Wimbledon 🍓
Emma is playing tomorrow, she's a Qualifier and has been winning in the main draw.
It's a great patronage for Kate.
I have to wonder if the DoK is secretly delighted that the new Patron of AELTC is a tennis fan. The former Patron didn't seem as enthusiastic about the sport. :wink:
Had Diana remained married to Charles, I believe that one day she would have been the Patron.
I'd say he is.
Royals don't attend during weekends, only if the rain delay of day 1 and 2 will make a few appearances happen. Usually we see extended family from Kate and friends from both William and Harry, military personnel and celebrities (although tomorrow I'm sure they will all prefer to be watching the Euro2021 Football, England will be playing so expect a lot of front page news, win or otherwise, the UK fans are quite loud).
Here's the Patron and the President together today in the Royal Box having a chat.
The Duchess of Cambridge joins the Duke of Kent in the Royal Box at Wimbledon ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/cambridge/the-duchess-of-cambridge-joins-the-duke-of-kent-in-the-royal-box-at-wimbledon-162643/)
@wannable-I only recall the Queen being present at a finals match back in the 1970's. However her father George VI was definitely a fan in his younger years. Otherwise excluding the Kents, the only BRF members I recall attending with any regularity were Diana and Catherine.
Wimbledon weekend is Saturday. Royals don't go, they only go to a Saturday Final. Wimbledon doesn't play Sunday, only if there is a very serious delay.
The Sunday no play will change from 2022, a new agreement with the town of Wimbledon.
Kate Middleton makes surprise appearance at Wimbledon - best photos | HELLO! (https://ca.hellomagazine.com/royalty/gallery/20210702116657/kate-middleton-surprise-appearance-wimbledon-2021/1/)
(http://ca.hellomagazine.com/imagenes/royalty/20210702116657/kate-middleton-surprise-appearance-wimbledon-2021/0-564-941/kate-middleton-prepares-desserts-wimbledon-a.webp?filter=high)
I would ooh and awwww about the strawberries if I didn?t just carry in 3 flats of strawberries that I have to clean and bag tonight.
(http://ca.hellomagazine.com/imagenes/royalty/20210702116657/kate-middleton-surprise-appearance-wimbledon-2021/0-564-956/kate-views-wimbledon-exhibition-a.webp?filter=high)
(http://ca.hellomagazine.com/imagenes/royalty/20210702116657/kate-middleton-surprise-appearance-wimbledon-2021/0-564-978/kate-middleton-duke-of-kent-royal-box-a.webp?filter=high)
Quote from: wannable on July 02, 2021, 04:39:44 PM
Wimbledon weekend is Saturday. Royals don't go, they only go to a Saturday Final. Wimbledon doesn't play Sunday, only if there is a very serious delay.
The Sunday no play will change from 2022, a new agreement with the town of Wimbledon.
Wimbledon isn?t a separate town. It?s a suburb of Greater London within the borough of Merton. It?s also surrounded by other suburbs regarded as being outer London.
Middle Sunday was implemented as a deal with local residents: The men?s final was long played on a Saturday, but when organizers wanted to move it to Sunday, the community around the All England Club ? a quiet and residential area ? said a day of rest must still be had. So a deal was struck for what we know now as Middle Sunday.
A summary of royal appearances at Wimbledon since 2015.
https://twitter.com/Gertsroyals?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor
Queen Mary apparently liked watching tennis and would go to Wimbledon occasionally. Mildly astonishing to me, but I suppose her son Bertie (who was a very good player) got her interested in the sport.
Queen Mary in sunglasses at Wimbledon.
Pin on royals and aristocrats (https://www.pinterest.com.au/pin/433260426643793801/)
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge
Another top team performance and clean sheet from @England tonight. #ThreeLions. Well played to Ukraine. Can't wait for Wednesdays semi final! Onwards W
So the next game is on Wed in London. And the final is on the 11th also in London. Any bets that William will be there at both games? :teehee:
She will very likely miss out the WImbledon Final, trophy ceremony.
The Duke of Kent and the Duchess of Gloucester in attendance today.
Prince William has confirmed he will once again be at Wembley tomorrow to cheer on England in their semi final versus Denmark.
https://twitter.com/rjmyers/status/1412368338920017920?s=20
^ Also at the England vs Denmark #EURO2020 Match will be Crown Prince Frederik, Princess Mary & Prince Christian of Denmark, who are traveling to the UK as official representatives of Denmark.
Then should Spain win its match with Italy, I am positive that King Felipe and possibly Queen Letizia will be at the final against the winner of the England/Denmark match.They've typically attended high profile sports finals when there is a Spanish athlete or team. Great time for royal watching during the 2021 Euro Cup.
Yes very likely, Italy and Spain starts play in about 3.5 hours. Pundits and football commentators think Italy will win.
^ So the expert pundits/commentators were right with their analysis, Italy won 2-1 Spain.
Euro 2020: England 1-1 Denmark | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9765947/Euro-2020-Englands-crunch-semi-final-against-Denmark-gets-underway.html)
Crown Princess Mary of Denmark looks effortlessly stylish at Wembley | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-9765801/Crown-Princess-Mary-Denmark-looks-effortlessly-stylish-Wembley.html)
Prince William Reunites with Denmark Royals at Euro 2020 Soccer Game | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/prince-william-denmark-royals-euro-2020-soccer-match-semi-finals/)
Kate Middleton to miss out on reunion with Crown Princess Mary - details | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/20210706116883/kate-middleton-miss-reunion-crown-princess-mary-euro-match/)
Prince William joins Three Lions fans in the stands for crunch England vs Denmark match | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1459794/prince-william-england-vs-denmark-euro-2020-royal-news-pictures)
William?s heartwarming words to England after World Cup semi-final loss: ?Made history!? | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1459686/prince-william-england-world-cup-semi-final-euro-2020-denmark-football-spt)
Sorry, George! William set to go to England's semi-final alone as Kate self-isolates | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1459374/prince-george-prince-william-euro-2020-semi-final-england-denmark-kate-middleton-self-isol)
Kate Middleton to miss UK visit of Crown Princess Mary due to Covid quarantine | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1459326/kate-middleton-crown-princess-mary-england-v-denmark-euro-2020-royal-family-news-ont)
Prince William cheers on England from Wembley stands as Kate isolates at home - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/prince-william-cheers-england-wembley-24484402)
Prince William celebrates England equaliser with Boris & Carrie at Wembley while Kate isolates at home (https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/euro-2020/15524735/euro-2020-prince-william-england-denmark-wembley-2-2-2/)
Prince William to attend England vs Denmark football match at Wembley without Catherine who remains in isolation ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/cambridge/prince-william-to-attend-england-vs-denmark-football-match-at-wembley-without-catherine-who-remains-in-isolation-162794/)
Prince Christian taller than William?
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1-1 if it goes on tied for the next 20 minutes, it will be the dreaded sudden death, penalty shots.
England 2 - 1 Denmark
The stadium is falling LOL
Oh boy!! :bday:
Quote from: wannable on July 07, 2021, 08:24:00 PM
Prince Christian taller than William?
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From that angle he does appear to be taller than William who I believe is 6'3".
Congratulations to England!!!!
Er?..England won. :hmm:
SWEEEEEEET CAROLINE!!! Da da da ...
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Quote from: Macrobug67 on July 07, 2021, 09:43:52 PM
Er?..England won. :hmm:
SWEEEEEEET CAROLINE!!! Da da da ...
OMG!! You are right... :blush: Can we count this as my own goal????? :hehe:
We will count it as a kick and a miss. But it was a spectacular kick! :teehee:
:lol: Yes it was!!!
James Mathews and Pippa spotted last night with VIP premium priority access
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Day 10, Centre Court, Royal Box
Edoardo Mozzi Mapelli
Princess Beatrice
Annabelle Galletley (Sophie's Assistant Private Secretary)
Countess Sophie
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Picture: Gert's Royals
Twitter going cray between the salty royal watchers that W was completely alone at Wembley's royal/presidential box. The zoomed in pictures of him alone is the cause.
Full picture is to his left Boris Johnson and wife, to his right Denmark's royalty; Fred, Mary and son Christian. Social distancing included the in between (1) protection officer, futher to the sides a load of PO's. Above the box is the premium seats and suits, James (F1 Maclaren now, with other F1 people) with wife Pippa and among well known public persons from politicians, A list celebrities like Guy Richie, Ex footballers, etc.
England prepares for the Monday morning after with companies and schools set to open LATER after Sunday's Euros final and even Boris hasn't ruled out a Bank Holiday (if England wins)
Prince William will attend the finals this coming Sunday, Italy vs England.
The Duchess of Cambridge will attend the finals this Saturday (women) and Sunday (men) (Final Sunday play, not Middle Sunday - past Sunday as explained)
Day 11 Miichael and Carole Middleton, Royal Box, Wimbledon. (Yay, I so wanted them to celebrate their marriage anniversary) Semi Finals men today.
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Also attending
Prince Micahel of Kent
Lord Frederick Windsor
Sophie Winkleman
Will it never end
If England wins, there is Monday celebration :sarcastic:
Quote from: wannable on July 09, 2021, 01:26:27 PM
The Duchess of Cambridge will attend the finals this Saturday (women) and Sunday (men) (Final Sunday play, not Middle Sunday - past Sunday as explained)
Excellent news! Glad that she went into isolation so quickly and now will be able to attend the finals this weekend. As I recall in 2019 that Edward Kent presented the Ladies trophy and Catherine presented the Men's.
https://twitter.com/rjmyers/status/1413440056463740929
William is reportedly joining her for the Ladies' final but will most likely be at Wembley on Sunday for the Euro Football Final.
QuoteThe Duchess of Cambridge will finish her covid self isolation period in time to attend the @Wimbledon
Ladies? Singles Final on Saturday and will be accompanied by husband Prince William, @KensingtonRoyal
has announced
QuoteIn addition, the Duchess of Cambridge will attend the Mens? Singles Final on Sunday. Presumably William will be at Wembley to watch England 🏴 take on Italy 🇮🇹 in the #EURO2020 final in the evening #
22 year old Denis Shapovalov, Canadian is playing now his first ever semi final versus the #1 Novak Djokovic.
I'm sure Shapos fans and all the Canadians are very happy and cheering him like the Canuck ESPN commentator, very animated - I don't mind the bias (although I'm a Djoko fan)
ETA: Tennis fans, pundits and commentators call Denis Shapovalov AKA Shapo, Djokovic has various AKA Djoker, Nole
ETAII: I'm fascinated (via tennis players) Shapo's and most or probably all Canadians are children of immigrants. Shapo speaks French, English, Russian, several Jewish languages (hebrew mostly). His mother is a Jewish Russian immigrant. Shapo was born in Israel, has a double nationality but early on in his sport career chose to represent Canada (once you choose, can't switch countries. My case when an athlete)
Prince William faces a test in Sunday's European football final - CNN (https://www.cnn.com/2021/07/09/uk/royal-news-newsletter-07-09-21-scli-gbr-cmd-intl/index.html?utm_source=twCNN&utm_term=link&utm_content=2021-07-09T16%3A15%3A09&utm_medium=social)
His real test is what will happen with the owners of some of the English clubs that secretly for money wanted to break away and form their own league with a few other European clubs, but with every football fan almost going quasi hooligan strike in the streets of London, Rome, Madrid, backed out.
These individuals are still owners, but will the people forget?!
William promised the FA and the vast majority of UK football fans that he will 'fix' it...the easiest way is to make those individuals sign a lawful commitment of no break away for 30 years minimum.
Wimbledon notice:
''The trophies will be presented on court by Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge, Patron of The All England Lawn Tennis Club.
Her Royal Highness will be accompanied by:
His Royal Highness, The Duke of Kent, President of The All England Lawn Tennis Club''
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ESPN Commentator: The trophy will be delivered by the Duchess of Cambridge, President of Wimbledon. :eyes: (whilst the TV crew were panning/zooming on her)(Think the ESPN comms is ahead of himself)
Pics: Duchess Cambridge July 10, 2021 Bilder und Fotos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.de/fotos/duchess-cambridge-july-10-2021?editorialproducts=all&family=editorial&phrase=duchess%2520cambridge%2520july%252010%252C%25202021)
Also notable personalities attending today's Wimbledon, Royal box guests:
Behind William and Kate: Billie Jean King, Martina Navratilova, Penelope Keith, Maggie Smith, Katherine Jenkins and Priyanka Chopra
VIP Seats:
Tom Cruise
Ashley Barty, Australia is 2021 Wimbledon champion, Karolina Pliskova, Czech Republic, Finalist. :bday:
ESPN Commentator: again referencing Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, adding (new) president.....1) he is giving early information or 2) he is betting on it or 3) got Duke of Kent and Duchess Catherine's official position as of yet ''today'' wrong. :teehee:
Prince William and Kate Middleton Arrive for Wimbledon Women's Final - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-F-fE8WPOaM)
Kate looked great
So glad Aussie Ash Barty won! Wonderful match, and Ash was very modest in her victory speech. Well done!
And btw glad too that Margaret Court?s record remains.
Congratulations Ashley on your victory today 🏆🎾
The Duchess of Cambridge along with her father at Wimbledon today.
https://twitter.com/pasport/status/1414186091909947395?s=20
Duchess Cambridge July 11, 2021 Bilder und Fotos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.de/fotos/duchess-cambridge-july-11-2021?editorialproducts=all&family=editorial&phrase=duchess%2520cambridge%2520july%252011%252C%25202021)
Wishing Gareth and all the players good luck tonight!
The nation is behind you @England #ThreeLions
A video message from William: https://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal/status/1414140341213667329?s=20
Today is the men's final.
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince George will be at tonight's final.
It's a looong day for Kate. Understandably I'd also would love, if in London assist Wimbledon and Wembley :thumbsup:
^ It's official, the guest list of who is who Wembley's presidential box circulating and the trophy will be delivered by the UEFA President and Prince William.
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Royal box, Wimbledon, Men's Final
1&2) Helen Taylor and Lady Amelia Windsor; 3) Flora Ogilvy; 4 & 5) Chrissie Evert and Tracey Austin; 6 ) Duke of Kent; 7 & 8) Stefan Edberg and wife Annette Hjort Olsen; 9) The Duchess of Cambridge; 10) Michael Middleton; 11) Sir Patrick Vallance; 12& 13) Alok Sharma and wife Ingela Sharma
Novak Djokovic, Serbia, #1 in the world is the 2021 Wimbledon Champion.
Gert's Royal data stats is the President position will be panned, no passing to the royal patron.
England is winning 1-0 Italy
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One excited little laddie. So cute :vday2:
More pics: Cambridge Uefa July 11, 2021 Bilder und Fotos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.de/fotos/cambridge-uefa-july-11-2021?family=editorial&phrase=Cambridge%2520uefa%2520July%252011%252C%25202021&sort=best)
What an exciting start to the match today! And what a heartbreaking end for England on the PK's. Those young players were so very upset. Congratulations to Italy on their victory.
Congrats to Italy on the win by penalty shoot-outs. For England, heartbreak but the team is still young. There?s always next year.
Quote from: wannable on July 11, 2021, 05:06:25 PM
Novak Djokovic, Serbia, #1 in the world is the 2021 Wimbledon Champion.
Gert's Royal data stats is the President position will be panned, no passing to the royal patron.
I doubt it will be ?panned?. ?Panned? in English means ?criticise severely?. I expect the President position will be given to high profile person, with an interest in tennis and knowledge of administration and/or the tennis world. Not immediately however. It may take months to get someone to agree to the position.
Prince William wades into 'sickening' Euros racism row with powerful message - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/breaking-prince-william-wades-euros-24514424.amp?utm_source=twitter.com&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=sharebar&__twitter_impression=true)
Yes, some newspapers 'worldwide' have racism headlines.
A statement from Gareth Southgate last night
"At the moment the players are understandably really quiet. The Duke of Cambridge has been down to see them in the dressing room and has rightly thanked them for what they've done and been fulsome in his praise."
I feel for those guys. And all their fans. And most of all a little almost 8 year old kid who was shattered by the loss. :cry:
The horrible trolls that made the nasty and racist comments can go walk off the nearest cliff. Not acceptable.
The FA, William, Southgate (manager of England team), Boris Johnson are asking the social media Twitter, Instagram and Youtube to shut the accounts involved. It's easy because there is about 1,000 accounts that have been ID versus the universe of watchers, in the UK alone 31 million viewers, plus the billion around the world. The IP addresses indicate approx. 100 are from the UK, the others are rest of the world.
Printed Newspapers that can't backtrack, because it's printed and not digital: Australia and Italy :cry: (the newspapers involved not only had racist headlines but pictures of the 3 England players stating their age (all under 23) that missed the PK, racial profiling them).
Update so far: The racist posts have been deleted by the social media giants, some accounts have been suspended indefinitely, the rest are under investigation because it was the individuals first offense. I hit the abuse button on several, they come in and out weekly abusing athletes left and right and in any sport, weirdos.
Marcus Rashford has just tweeted:
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:hug: :flower3:
I would be extremely surprised if any mainstream or reputable Australian newspapers published any racist headlines or stories about any international or national sports game.
Australia has very strong anti-racial laws which are quickly put in place with regard to anything of that nature being published. The only incident here regarding the match that I know of was a comment on a Channel 7 website that was quickly taken down.
Although Australia has large sectors of its population that are of Italian or British descent as well as some more recent migrants soccer is not a huge sport here. AFL or rugby rule in all States.
There were celebrations in Lygon St (an Italian centre here in Melbourne) last night following the Italy win, but it really was not a big story. There has been a surge in Covid cases in NSW and that is the ?biggie? dominating the news. We are a very multi-cultural country, one of the most diverse in the world.
There was again criticism of William yesterday on Twitter following his statement about racism. The subject of ?Meghan? was trending very soon afterwards.
Meghan Markle and Harry fans attack William over racist abuse tweet | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1461570/meghan-markle-prince-harry-prince-william-euro-2020-racist-abuse-latest-football-update)
How SBS (a multicultural channel here in Aus) reported the Italian win.
SBS Language | A magical night for Italians Down Under after Euro 2020 win (https://www.sbs.com.au/language/english/a-magical-night-for-italians-down-under-after-euro-2020-win)
Let's keep the focus on the Euro cup final and the team.Quote from: Macrobug67 on July 12, 2021, 09:19:23 PM
I feel for those guys. And all their fans. And most of all a little almost 8 year old kid who was shattered by the loss. :cry:
The horrible trolls that made the nasty and racist comments can go walk off the nearest cliff. Not acceptable.
The young England players who missed their PKs were clearly devastated. As a mother I just wanted to reach out and hug them as they're close in age to my own kids.
The trolls need a good butt from the Billy Goat to be sent back under the bridge. As if any of them could have done better in front of thousands of fans. :fuming:
But it wasn?t just racist trolls whose behaviour is of course to be condemned by any intelligent and balanced individual.
The physical behaviour afterwards was truly disgusting. England fans reverted to the sort of behaviour that for decades made these supporters infamous throughout Europe. Drunken England fans ran riot after the game and began attacking Italian fans outside the ground and elsewhere, screaming, shouting punching, fighting police, defacing posters of English players of colour etc etc.It does absolutely no honour to their team, their country or themselves.
I should have added ?ticketless fans being allowed to crowd into the stadium, missiles being thrown, fights breaking out during the game with blood spilt, too few stewards or police present, and some spectators including children, being genuinely scared?.
All during an international soccer game, an event that was televised all over the world. The organisers of this chaotic mess (the FA) need to have a good, hard look at themselves.
Euro 2020 final, England vs Italy, fans, reaction in London, riot police, pictures, video (https://www.foxsports.com.au/football/the-euros/euro-2020-final-england-vs-italy-fans-tickets-how-to-watch-wembley-booing-national-anthem-why-score-result-latest/news-story/d0bb506b4b770acc64a549aed469e827)
England fans force way into Wembley without tickets for Euro 2020 final | Euro 2020 | The Guardian (https://www.theguardian.com/football/2021/jul/11/euro-2020-final-wembley-fans-break-barrier-england-italy)
yes I saw a load of people crashing barriers and bursting into the stadium, strange when we are not out of a pandemic.. that people do this and that some more precautions against it werne't taken...
The complaints have to be solved by the FA as per articles related to yobs in the 'premise'.
The FA and those in charge at Wembley Stadium need to take a serious look at crowd safety protocols. After all this is not the first major sporting event to take place there. I am presuming that the Metropolitan Police still coordinate and provide protection for Wembley as they did for the 2012 Summer Olympics.
?UEFA charges England over Wembley chaos. FA faces punishment over fans throwing objects, invading the pitch and booing the Italian national anthem during Euros final?.
And the rest of what went on during the night in question in other parts of London is being pursued by Met police and other authorities. These so-called supporters are a disgrace to their country and themselves.
FA charged by UEFA over conduct of England fans during Euro 2020 final against Italy | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/sportsnews/article-9784347/FA-charged-UEFA-conduct-England-fans-Euro-2020-final-against-Italy.html)
Hooliganism has been part of football since the beginning, not only in England. But it certainly doesn?t make it right. What a crappy way to support your team.
I've read that there have already been some arrests for those who posted ugly racist remarks via social media.
Of course racism anywhere is unacceptable. However it is easier perhaps to ignore the racist taunts if you don?t participate in SM, and easier for the authorities to track such vile posters.
Not so easy maybe for outnumbered stewards and police to confront and eject/arrest yobs (not always young) who are sometimes off their faces with drink and intend to cause trouble at a match. Some people paid good money for seating at Wembley they were deprived of by these idiots and then had to stand, with their children sometimes, near to men fighting each other, shouting, swearing and throwing missiles in and outside the stadium.
All most people wanted to do was watch a good international game of soccer. This hooliganism has been a problem on and off since the 1960s for English fans. Sometimes it wanes, sometimes it waxes, but it?s always there. Trouble is, I can remember a time when it wasn?t like that.
Quote from: TLLK on July 17, 2021, 03:31:48 AM
I've read that there have already been some arrests for those who posted ugly racist remarks via social media.
Yes, it's very easy, IP addresses.
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Jesal Parshotam@therealjesal
In the UK, police are turning up to the houses of trolls who have hurled racist abuse at England?s heroes. This is solid progress I?m contrast, in the USA, @chrissyteigen after telling someone to commit suicide is still able to use their public platform. Zero repercussions.
Jesal is mix race
Speaking to The Athletic, Conor Coady has revealed how Prince William entered the England dressing room following the clash to try and lift morale.
"The changing room was quiet after the final," Coady explained. "We were trying to console the three boys. The manager was brilliant at that. Then Prince William came in. I'm big on the royals, fascinated by them and when he walked through the door it was, 'Wow, unbelievable'.
"He gave Rashy, Sanch and Ayo a hug. It was an incredible, incredible moment."
Read more: Prince William's "incredible moment" in England dressing room after Euro 2020 final - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/prince-william-england-euro-2020-24615977.amp?podsave=&__twitter_impression=true)
Prince William visits Dulwich Hamlet Football Club to meet with players and fans ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/cambridge/prince-william-visits-dulwich-hamlet-football-club-to-meet-with-players-and-fans-166074/)
QuoteThe Duke of Cambridge today paid a visit to the Dulwich Hamlet Football Club to discuss the ongoing Fan Lead Review of Football Governance with players, management, and fans from various clubs.
Per Kensington Palace, William?s visit was to ?provide an opportunity for those involved in the football pyramid, both on and off the pitch, to put forward their opinions on the interim findings, as well as discuss the importance of grassroots and lower league clubs to English football and how these can best be supported.?
The Fan Led Review was announced earlier this year, in April, to examine the English football system and ways to improve its governance, ownership and financial stability at all levels of play. The aim was to build and strength the benefits of football UK-wide.
The first results and recommendations were released as interim findings in July; and William?s visit allowed him to chat with the Dulwich Hamlet team and managers?including new Director of Football Peter Crouch?about the findings.
Some pics:
https://twitter.com/DelMody/status/1441055946784997376?s=20
https://twitter.com/PAImages/status/1441058823540719618?s=20
Good, he needs the feedback to help solve the scandal issue of that disolved secret superleague.
It's very different to make decisions because huge mobs of people striking all over the UK when the superleague was disclosed versus one on one with fans, management, players in calmer times, not to soon nor to late in time.
The Duchess of Cambridge, Patron of the LTA, is joining a homecoming celebration for GB's US Open Champions, hosted by the LTA Youth programme, at the National Tennis Centre today.
Kate Middleton meets US Open winner Emma Raducanu, 18, at homecoming event in London | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-10024641/Kate-Middleton-meets-Open-winner-Emma-Raducanu-18-homecoming-event-London.html)
The Duchess of Cambridge with British US Open Champion Emma Raducanu during an event hosted by the LTA Youth programme.
https://twitter.com/DelMody/status/1441353184350375947?s=20
"The Duchess of Cambridge is an extremely great role model and I think she's an inspiration to the whole country" - Emma Raducanu (@EmmaRaducanu)
https://twitter.com/KaylaAdams___/status/1441400253521883137?s=20
I love this event and the free program for all under 18.
I also love that we finally have several clips by Valentine Low (Royal Rota to go, since pandemic, BP and the listed RR's, choose 1/take turns to follow a royal in duty, hoping the future can come back to normal with a dozen or more in tow Source: Richard Palmer thanking Valentine sharing clips, he has to report it to all the RR's) of the Duchess playing tennis rather than still photos. I've read the SM official comments from serious Tennis players to LTA sports heads, they all think Kate is very good at the game. Yay.
Video from yesterday.
Kate Holds Court with Tennis Ace Emma Raducanu - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HlLLgU-EnbI)
Prince William, who is the President of the Football Association, has joined Chair of the independent Fan Led Review of Football Governance, Tracey Crouch, at Dulwich Hamlet FC to meet with players, club management, and football fans from a range of clubs, to discuss the ongoing review.
Prince William Joins Peter Crouch at Dulwich Hamlets FC - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1dea6pZdsQU)
The Duke of Cambridge Scuba Prize is awarded annually to the BSAC member or group of members for outstanding achievements in research in scuba diving.
More: BSAC members receive Duke of Cambridge Scuba prize - British Sub-Aqua Club (https://www.bsac.com/news-and-blog/bsac-members-receive-duke-of-cambridge-scuba-prize/)
The best divers in the world, UK. Always involved in the best technology/experience is solving underwater issues, especially rescue.
Their research, compilation of information is a wealth in itself.
A 40th birthday review of Catherine's sports related patronages that range from tennis to sailing.
Kate at 40: Her patronages supporting sport ? Royal Central (https://royalcentral.co.uk/uk/cambridge/kate-at-40-her-patronages-supporting-sport-170379/)
QuoteA member of the Royal Family since 2011, the Duchess of Cambridge has become patron of a number of organisations across the United Kingdom, particularly focused on the Duchess?s interests, including young people, mental health, and sport. As the Duchess celebrates her 40th birthday, Royal Central is looking at her patronages supporting sport.
If you're interested in reading more about her patronages/charities here's a link to them. (click on patronages and charities)
About The Duchess of Cambridge - Royal.uk (https://www.royal.uk/the-duchess-of-cambridge)
Reportedly the Duchess of Cambridge is to be announced as the new Patron of English Rugby Union very soon. Awaiting confirmation from the organization.
Kate Middleton 'replaces Prince Harry as new patron of English rugby' - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/kate-middleton-replaces-prince-harry-26071654)
The patronage, which has been given to The Duchess by Her Majesty The Queen, closely aligns with Her Royal Highness' longstanding passion for sport and the lifelong benefits it can provide, both within our communities and on an individual level.
Duchess of Cambridge becomes RFU Patron (https://www.twickenhamstadium.com/news/match-days/duchess-of-cambridge-becomes-rfu-patron)
RFU (https://www.englandrugby.com/news/article/duchess-of-cambridge-becomes-rfu-patron)
Also Patron of Rugby Football League:
https://twitter.com/TheRFL/status/1488789892507312132?s=20&t=y6G84zM057_eHhw5WiMz8A
Lots of great pics from today's engagement at Twickenham.
Duchess Cambridge February 02 Bilder und Fotos - Getty Images (https://www.gettyimages.de/fotos/duchess-cambridge-february-02-2022?assettype=image&editorialproducts=entertainment&family=editorial&phrase=duchess%20cambridge%20february%2002),%202022&sort=newest
With the addition of these two organizations, this should bring Catherine's list of patronages/charities up to 22.
About The Duchess of Cambridge - Royal.uk (https://www.royal.uk/the-duchess-of-cambridge) The Rugby League and Rugby Union patronages have not been added yet.
I am loving all the videos. 🤯 Lifting lineout with catch and drive technique SHE did, perfection.
Second 18
https://twitter.com/i/status/1488889662160740353
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FKmGlmTWYAwujUa?format=jpg&name=small)
She is so in her element when she's at her sports patronages. I suspect that Catherine was the type of athlete that enjoyed the workouts, practice matches and games equally. Team sports are definitely her thing.
Kate Shows Off Skills as New Royal Rugby Patron - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R1cIfaimQx4)
Kate Middleton's new title
How Kate Middleton's New Title Could Split Cambridge Household - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTa83ldgohw)
Kate looks happy and in her element in the sports photos, she seems to be on a winning streak. :thumbsup:
Former England rugby star Mike Tindall, 43, was asked about his cousin-in-law's new roles on his podcast, The Good, The Bad & The Rugby this week, and said the Duchess, 40, looked "effortless" on the pitch.
Mike said: "I text Ellis [Genge] and said, 'Mate, please tell me anything she messed up on' so I could sort of' family WhatsApp group, get to her, and he said, 'No she was actually pretty good, and she was really good at kicking,' and I was like [sighs]. But she has this competitive nature."
More: Mike Tindall gives his very honest verdict on Kate Middleton's rugby skills | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/20220209132742/mike-tindall-gives-verdict-on-kate-middleton-rugby-skills/)
:hug: :friends:
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"The best thing is when it rolls to England and Wales, we get the battle of the Cambridges."
:pillowfight:
I appreciate Mike's way of looking at the future match ups.
QuoteThe best thing is when it rolls to England and Wales, we get the battle of the Cambridges."
:duel: :slapfight: :catfight:
:laugh: :yesss: :happy15: :happy20:
I like when he said he texted his buddy to see if there was anything he could use to get her going in the family WhatsApp group lol. He friend said no, she was really good.
Mike is a keeper, I'm loving it. :high5:
A dream to meet his footballing hero came true for a Burnley schoolboy yesterday, thanks to Prince William.
More: Prince William arranges once in a lifetime meeting with Clarets goalkeeper Nick Pope for star struck Burnley schoolboy (11) | Burnley Express (https://www.burnleyexpress.net/news/people/prince-william-arranges-once-in-a-lifetime-meeting-with-clarets-goalkeeper-nick-pope-for-star-struck-burnley-schoolboy-11-3568215)
William and Kate Rugby:
Duke of Cambridge, patron of the Welsh Rugby Union, and the Duchess of Cambridge, patron of the Rugby Football Union, will attend the England v Wales Six Nations match on Saturday Feb 26
Source: Richard Palmer, RR
I can't wait to see the Cambridge Compulsive Competitiveness Characteristics at play during that match!!!
:duel: :pillowfight:
Looking forward to it.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge with Prince George at the England-Wales rugby at Twickenham today.
Editorial Photos, Celebrity, News, & Sports Images | Shutterstock Editorial (https://www.rexfeatures.com/livefeed/2022/02/26/england_v_wales?celeb=Catherine%20Duchess%20of%20Cambridge)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FMiiPQLWUAc3US-?format=jpg&name=small)
I think they had fun.
(https://www.hellomagazine.com/imagenes/royalty/20220226133992/kate-middleton-prince-william-watch-england-vs-wales-six-nations-rugby-match/0-652-455/prince-george-rugby-a.webp?filter=high)
(https://www.hellomagazine.com/imagenes/royalty/20220226133992/kate-middleton-prince-william-watch-england-vs-wales-six-nations-rugby-match/0-652-457/prince-george-meets-representatives-a.webp?filter=high)
I love that kid
Short video of the trio arriving today.
https://twitter.com/RE_DailyMail/status/1497610261431304193
Prince George, 8, joins rugby patrons Prince William and Kate Middleton at Six Nations tie | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-10554365/Prince-George-8-joins-rugby-patrons-Prince-William-Kate-Middleton-Six-Nations-tie.html)
Kate Middleton and Prince William Cheer On Opposing Teams at Rugby Game | PEOPLE.com (https://people.com/royals/kate-middleton-prince-william-opposing-teams-england-wales-rugby-game-prince-george/)
Kate Middleton and Prince William go head-to-head as they watch rugby match - live updates | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/gallery/20220226133992/kate-middleton-prince-william-watch-england-vs-wales-six-nations-rugby-match/1/)
Prince George news: Royal sparks fan frenzy as he joins Kate and William at Six Nations | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1572551/Prince-George-news-kate-middleton-prince-william-six-nations-england-wales-royal-pictures)
Prince George surprise guest at England v Wales Six Nations with William and Kate - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/prince-george-surprise-guest-england-26338064)
Cheeky Prince George sticks out his tongue as he enjoys day out with parents Wills & Kate at Twickenham rugby match (https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/17781056/william-kate-george-watch-rugby/)
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FQ4jyU7XMAIw3cm?format=jpg&name=small)
The Telegraph story of the Wimbledon chief and scapegoat Kate is receiving thousands of bad reviews in social media, especially twitter, with comments and quote remarks, the hundreds of xenophobia and discrimination wording is very heavy. I feel for Kate.
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The Duchess of Cambridge is the prize asset Wimbledon cannot afford to lose (https://www.telegraph.co.uk/tennis/2022/04/21/kate-middleton-prize-asset-wimbledon-cannot-afford-lose/)
The Duke of Cambridge will be at Wembley Stadium on Saturday for the FA Cup Final between @ChelseaFC & @LFC and will present the trophy to the winners.
https://twitter.com/CameronDLWalker/status/1524777689399414786?s=20&t=nltb51Z6R9D3X_hypIpqBw
William booed by assembled crowds at the FA Cup Final. Crowds also booed during National Anthem and the rallying cry/ song ?Abide with Me?.
Remember I said years ago here on another thread that the further north from the Home Counties one travelled in Britain the less the popularity of the monarchy? This was the example writ large. Here was a northern club playing and it?s fans were saying thanks to the Establishment for the Ma Thatcher years when mining communities were destroyed in Wales and the north, and thanks again for the Hillsborough disaster cover-up. People in the North West have long memories.
Prince William is BOOED by Wembley crowd during the FA Cup Final | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10816643/Prince-William-BOOED-Wembley-crowd-FA-Cup-Final.html)
Liverpool fans once again booed the national anthem ahead of the Reds' FA Cup final with Chelsea at Wembley.
In keeping with tradition, "God Save The Queen" was sung before kick-off at the national stadium alongside 'Abide With Me' but Reds' fans in attendance booed both tunes. This, however, is something Liverpool fans have done for years.
Both anthems were roundly booed by large swaths of the Liverpool supporters, having also done the same ahead of the Carabao Cup final earlier this season against the same opponents - the Reds eventually running out victors via a dramatic penalty shootout back in February.
Why Liverpool fans booed English national anthem at FA Cup final in keeping with tradition - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/liverpool-fans-booed-fa-cup-26965839)
"I'm from Bootle. I love Liverpool as a city. Scousers moan about being labelled by people and the press. I'm sorry but sometimes they bring it on themselves. Booing the national anthem will not be tolerated by me or quite a few others from the city."
https://twitter.com/Nitromanuk/status/1525503523923890178?s=20&t=JaNquiXo9u07Nx-v-rwabA
Quote from: Curryong on May 14, 2022, 11:15:18 PM
William booed by assembled crowds at the FA Cup Final. Crowds also booed during National Anthem and the rallying cry/ song ?Abide with Me?.
Remember I said years ago here on another thread that the further north from the Home Counties one travelled in Britain the less the popularity of the monarchy? This was the example writ large. Here was a northern club playing and it?s fans were saying thanks to the Establishment for the Ma Thatcher years when mining communities were destroyed in Wales and the north, and thanks again for the Hillsborough disaster cover-up. People in the North West have long memories.
Prince William is BOOED by Wembley crowd during the FA Cup Final | Daily Mail Online (https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10816643/Prince-William-BOOED-Wembley-crowd-FA-Cup-Final.html)
Unbelievable!! During FA cup finals for no respect to Duke of Cambridge that what happened during their trips to Caribbean,Jamaica,Belize and Bahamas definitely conversation about that plus protest but Caribbean not pay for royals its from England pay for Cambridges travel plus security reasons also humiliation
Prince William sends rare personal tweet to mark milestone moment | HELLO! (https://www.hellomagazine.com/royalty/20220514140240/prince-william-sends-rare-personal-tweet-after-fa-cup-final/)
Prince William BOOED by Wembley crowd in shock FA Cup Final scenes | Royal | News | Express.co.uk (https://www.express.co.uk/news/royal/1610396/prince-william-booed-fa-cup-final-royal-family-chelsea-liverpool-bbc)
Quote from: PrincessOfPeace on May 14, 2022, 11:43:47 PM
Liverpool fans once again booed the national anthem ahead of the Reds' FA Cup final with Chelsea at Wembley.
In keeping with tradition, "God Save The Queen" was sung before kick-off at the national stadium alongside 'Abide With Me' but Reds' fans in attendance booed both tunes. This, however, is something Liverpool fans have done for years.
Both anthems were roundly booed by large swaths of the Liverpool supporters, having also done the same ahead of the Carabao Cup final earlier this season against the same opponents - the Reds eventually running out victors via a dramatic penalty shootout back in February.
Why Liverpool fans booed English national anthem at FA Cup final in keeping with tradition - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/liverpool-fans-booed-fa-cup-26965839)
"I'm from Bootle. I love Liverpool as a city. Scousers moan about being labelled by people and the press. I'm sorry but sometimes they bring it on themselves. Booing the national anthem will not be tolerated by me or quite a few others from the city."
https://twitter.com/Nitromanuk/status/1525503523923890178?s=20&t=JaNquiXo9u07Nx-v-rwabA
Yes, it?s true, booing the National Anthem is a tradition in Liverpool at soccer matches, (and in other places in the North as well.)
However, what about the boos that were clearly heard loud and long when William was shaking hands with the players? No national anthem playing then, just him, a product of the Establishment. And a dislike of the monarchy as a system the further north one travels in the UK, especially among young people and ethnic minorities, isn?t something that can be just brushed off as ?a soccer tradition? in one city. Or it shouldn?t be, by the far-sighted.
Liverpool fans boo everything it seems. William handled it well. There was no booing when he handed out the trophy.
There's hundreds of post on social media condemning it, including leading members of the Labour party.
But at the end of the day, if you're booing your own country's national anthem, it probably says more about Liverpool fans than anything else.
You do know that Britain?s national anthem says nothing whatsoever about the virtues, wonders and strengths of the country England (ies) or of Great Britain itself, right? That it is in fact a paean of praise to the monarch, not to the country, not to its people just the Head of State. It was in fact written originally to a Hanoverian monarch, an import from a foreign dynasty, and adopted thereafter as a national song.
Boy, was I glad when Advance Australia Fair became my country?s anthem in a referendum decades ago! And there have been constant calls for ?Jerusalem? to be England?s national song for years.
<_<
Quote from: PrincessOfPeace on May 15, 2022, 12:04:30 AM
Liverpool fans boo everything it seems. William handled it well. There was no booing when he handed out the trophy.
There's hundreds of post on social media condemning it, including leading members of the Labour party.
But at the end of the day, if you're booing your own country's national anthem, it probably says more about Liverpool fans than anything else.
Thank you to all who provided background information as to why the Liverpool fans choose to boo the National Anthem and other patriotic gestures. Sad to see that the B Positive Choir which was made up of members from the UK's BAME community sang "Abide With Me" were also booed as well. :no:
Personally I have to agree with
@PrincessOfPeace that it says more about the Liverpool fans who were in attendance. <_< Have to say that it continues to show that sadly British football fans have earned a less than favorable impression in the sporting world.
With W or not, they'd (Liverpool) have booed the same. Reading ✅ more than a dozen social media accounts from Football experts, it's a known thing for ages.
Quote from: wannable on May 15, 2022, 01:03:13 PM
With W or not, they'd (Liverpool) have booed the same. Reading ✅ more than a dozen social media accounts from Football experts, it's a known thing for ages.
Not when William is being introduced to the teams, it isn?t. That was a first!
Most of the soccer riots were at international matches, And the laddish behaviour of British hooligan soccer fans has receded in recent years. With a few exceptions.
Plus I would like to know why soccer fans or indeed anyone from a very economically deprived area (post WW2) in the northwest of England, a region not exactly renowned for its worship of pomp, ceremony and the monarchy, is expected to enthusiastically belt out the words to the national anthem on certain occasions. Especially as the Hillsborough disaster and its subsequent coverup by senior police and the elite still lives on in the memory of people there.
It?s not a song dedicated to them or their countrymen and women but a woman whose son sat on a gold throne the other day to open Parliament. Nearby was a priceless crown. Not bad for tourism but whether it speaks volumes to the average Briton eating baked beans for breakfast in a council house is debatable. ?Send her victorious, happy and glorious? indeed!
*Send her victorious, happy and glorious? indeed!*
Just *sad*, we all have our own opinion and are free to say it here....yet the outright hate for HM and her family, well most of them.....is just really sad to see. I like HM, she was *BORN* into that position in life being a member of a royal family and all that it entails , we all have NO choice who our parents are when born...I believe HM made the very best of her life for her country and helped support the entire British Commonwealth. We all make mistakes in life as we are the so called human race.....yet some believe they are of a higher power.
Quote from: Curryong on May 15, 2022, 11:42:46 PM
Not when William is being introduced to the teams, it isn?t. That was a first!
He's the first royal to be President of the FA.
As I said with W or not, the Liverpool fans always have booed (stated by football experts, more than a 2 dozens have confirmed this to date. Omid couldn't tweet an invention either) starting and since the 1986 Hillsborough disaster. William was 4 years old.
Boris Johnson responds to Liverpool fans booing national anthem at FA Cup final - Mirror Online (https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/boris-johnson-liverpool-fans-boo-26976823?utm_source=linkCopy&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=sharebar)
Quote from: wannable on May 16, 2022, 12:48:06 PM
He's the first royal to be President of the FA.
As I said with W or not, the Liverpool fans always have booed (stated by football experts, more than a 2 dozens have confirmed this to date. Omid couldn't tweet an invention either) starting and since the 1986 Hillsborough disaster. William was 4 years old.
I don?t care if William was a baby or hadn?t yet been born. I have been to Liverpool, and to Manchester and indeed to the North of England several times. The sentiment towards the Royal Family in the north of England has been unenthusiastic for at least fifty years to my knowledge. The Liverpool council is and has been very left wing and will probably continue to be so.
I don?t care if you think that the north west of England is a hotbed of enthusiastic monarchist sentiment, because everything I know about the history of that region says it isn?t.
William is a member of the Establishment, like it or not. And the Hillsborough disaster was and is a stain of corruption on the modern history of Great Britain, just as Aberfan was in the 1960s.
Just as people in the Welsh valleys still remember the authorities like the national Coal Board covering up what they did at Aberfan so people in Liverpool remember Hillsborough and it?s disgraceful coverup by the Establishment afterwards. That is so now as it was in the 1980s, and as I stated in my previous posts it was the reason Liverpool fans booed.
They were booing the Establishment. Of which the Royal Family, including William, is a prime and visible example.
The sentiment is towards centuries of bad treatment by the UK ''government'' (since VD May 8, 1945) who ignored the poor Liverpudlians repeatedly.
Their flags at stadium says ''Scouse not English'', hence they choose not to relate themselves with the English National Anthem.
Industrial decline during Margaret Thatcher
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It led to severe and unemployment and poverty within the city, with the government largely unwilling to aid, and even cutting its public services.
The city had played a key role in World War II, but after the war ended, Liverpool was hit with economic hardship as the trade at their ports ? which were once dominating the industry ? had slowed down.
In 2011, official papers revealed that Margaret Thatcher was indeed secretly urged to consider abandoning Liverpool to a fate of "managed decline".
?In plain English that meant withdrawing resources from the region so that residents would be forced to leave,? states the Independent. ?Effectively starving them out.?
Files released under the 30-year rule showed senior Tory ministers urging her not to spend public money on the "stony ground" of Merseyside, with former prime minister's Chancellor Sir Geoffrey Howe said it would be like "trying to make water flow uphill".
The reports affirmed what those in Liverpool had already been sure of for a while ? that their region did not have the backing of the government, and that it was never a priority.
Liverpool as a city has changed drastically since the 1980s, still retaining its status as a crucial sporting and cultural hub, but its citizens? disregard and resentment towards a government who had never supported them still remains.
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There is also the matter of the handling of the Hillsborough disaster and its aftermath.
Former Conservative MP Irvine Patnick had a strong role in spreading the gross untruths and lies about the Liverpool supporters involved in the 1989 tragedy.
While current MP Boris Johnson was editor of The Spectator in 2004, an article written by Simon Heffer spoke of the ?victim? mentality of the people of Liverpool.
"A combination of economic misfortune ? its docks were, fundamentally, on the wrong side of England when Britain entered what is now the European Union ? and an excessive predilection for welfarism have created a peculiar, and deeply unattractive, psyche among many Liverpudlians,? wrote Heffer.
"They see themselves whenever possible as victims, and resent their victim status; yet at the same time they wallow in it.?
He also referred to the grave mishandling of the police as a scapegoat.
Every single time Liverpool plays, this is there way to vent out the GOVERNMENT, yes it's HM Government, but it isn't against the Monarchy.
The monarchy is part of the British Establishment as is the Govt. Also, it wasn?t a politician who was shaking players? hands when the jeering began at this year?s Cup Final. It was a Prince.
And what do you think the English national anthem is that the fans were booing? Oh yes, that?s right, a paean of praise to and about a monarch. Not about the Government, nor the people, not about the land, but about a monarch.
?God Save the Queen?. Not God Save England?, not ?God Save the British Government??. Just ?God Save the Queen?!
I know all about Thatcher?s Britain and the way it impacted on the NW of England and on Wales, thanks. I wrote in a previous post about the industrial decay post WW2. The Home Counties were fine. I also know all about Hillsborough.
Scousers are what Liverpudlians refer to themselves as. That doesn?t mean they don?t regard themselves as English. They just don?t care for pomposity in anyone, not much time for government officialdom and aren?t fond of the monarchy either.
You can choose to believe that the North of England is full of rejoicing monarchists perpetually waving Union Jacks in their thousands every time a royal person comes into view. Some of my relatives still live in the North East and I?ll take what I?ve seen there over the years as my observations, thanks, and it?s not residents there waving their hankies in delight every time the Queen is seen on the TV.
It?s getting so that relatively few people under 30 even in the Home Counties feels that way any more, actually. The new reign will be interesting!
The poor Queen didn't use her soft powers to influence her Government. Understandably the Liverpudians (they have the biggest immigrants communities) hate the establishment for all their sufferings.
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This is quite an old story. I think I read about it last week. He?s only 17, very cute and lives with his mum and sisters. Others, including Elton John have already sent their support and congratulations.
It?s good that officialdom has come out in support but I hope Jake doesn?t get jeered from the terraces by moronic fans. That?s what happened to rugby players who have come out and to a German soccer player who came out years ago. .
Quote from: wannable on May 17, 2022, 12:48:12 PM
The poor Queen didn't use her soft powers to influence her Government. Understandably the Liverpudians (they have the biggest immigrants communities) hate the establishment for all their sufferings.
Liverpool has always absorbed large immigrant communities, including thousands fleeing from the Famine years in Ireland. It was a powerhouse of the world in the mid 19th century. And it still has many descendants of those poor Irish people in the city today.
The song ?Oliver?s Army? an Elvis Costello hit spoke of the unemployed youth in the depressed areas of the North of England (Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle etc) being pressed into service with the British army from the 1950s onwards. Ironically many ended up in NI during the Troubles. The title refers to Cromwell whose invading armies attempted some ethnic cleansing and crushing in Ireland, but the British Army in Ireland under many sovereigns didn?t do a bad job itself in that direction, lol!
Elvis Costello & The Attractions - Oliver's Army (Official Music Video) - YouTube (https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=LrjHz5hrupA)
Incidentally, Liverpool as a port city was knee deep into the Slave trade to the Americas and the West Indies in the 17th, 28th and early 19th centuries. Many of its leading citizens as well as some of the Stuarts made a fortune from it.
We're going in circles here. Basically let's agree that poor equates to suffering, whilst no solution, being ignored, etc. happened, including their port wasn't used during the WW's because the location was on the wrong side or good only to smuggle with less viewing or good for domestic shipping versus the ones we can all see in this map to Europe and the Americas.
The only way I see it is investing as the Royals have been 'ordered' whenever they visit Liverpool; education and cultural visits.
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It's been a good discussion about the booing but it's now time to consider agreeing to disagree.
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Quote from: wannable on May 18, 2022, 12:47:20 PM
We're going in circles here. Basically let's agree that poor equates to suffering, whilst no solution, being ignored, etc. happened, including their port wasn't used during the WW's because the location was on the wrong side or good only to smuggle with less viewing or good for domestic shipping versus the ones we can all see in this map to Europe and the Americas.
The only way I see it is investing as the Royals have been 'ordered' whenever they visit Liverpool; education and cultural visits.
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On the contrary, Liverpool during WW2 was regarded as an extremely important city industrially as was Manchester in both World Wars, hence the German Luftwaffe bombing the area in WW2 only a little less than the infamous London blitz of 1940/41. And that included Merseyside (the Liverpool docks area.)
I don?t know what you mean by Liverpool being ?on the wrong side? (of the ocean I presume?) Well that is incorrect as well, unless you regard imports like sugarcane and fruit from the West Indies to be unimportant, or, even more so, food, arms, ships and material coming into Britain from the US (and Canada from 1939) after 1941 during the Battle of the Atlantic.
Liverpool?s port during the Battle of the Atlantic.
Liverpool | National Museums Liverpool (https://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/battle-of-atlantic/liverpool)
?Liverpool was Britain?s main transatlantic convoy port during the war. No less than 1285 convoys arrived in the Mersey during the war, an average of four every week. Since each one might consist of up to 60 ships, this put a severe strain on the workforce and facilities of the port.
Merseyside?s vast dock labour force played a vital role in clearing ships? cargoes at the port of Liverpool throughout the war. Early problems of slow turnaround (loading and unloading) of ships were mainly due to port congestion and air-raid disruptions. By 1944-1945 all cargoes were being handled in far greater quantities than in peacetime.
Imports to Britain's West coast ports April 1940 - April 1941
Imports to each post in millions of tons, with the percentage of total trade handling by all UK ports (12.9 million tons)
4.2 (31%)* Liverpool and Manchester
1.9 (14.8%) Glasgow and Greenock
0.8 (6.4%) Swansea, Cardfiff and Newport
0.8 (6.4%) Bristol
7.7 (58.6%) Total
From these figures it can be seen that between April 1940 and April 1941 the main west-coast ports handled about 60% of Britain?s imports. Liverpool and Manchester (31%) together dealt with more than twice the trade of Glasgow and Greenock (14.8%), their nearest ?rivals?.?
Spirit of the Blitz | National Museums Liverpool (https://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/whatson/merseyside-maritime-museum/exhibition/spirit-of-blitz)
Liverpool was the most heavily bombed British city outside London. The city was a prime target for attack because, with Birkenhead, its 'twin' across the Mersey, it was the country's biggest west coast port. Every week, ships arrived in the River Mersey bringing supplies of food and other cargoes from the USA and Canada. Without these supplies, Britain would have lost the war.
The German Luftwaffe (Air Force) made about eighty air raids on Merseyside between August 1940 and January 1942. These reached their peak in the seven-night blitz in May 1941.
The bombing was aimed mainly at the docks, railways and factories, but large areas were destroyed or damaged on both sides of the Mersey.?
Note that last sentence, wannabie, as well as the first paragraph from the article.
Enjoying the discussion, but let's keep the focus on the Cambridge's sporting patronages.
Locking this topic as my requests to stay on topic with articles related to the Cambridges' sports patronages have been ignored.