Prince William might be facing a tricky impasse this weekend due to a diary clash with two of his favorite events.
The Wimbledon Men’s Singles final is scheduled to take place just hours before England faces Spain in the Euro 2024 final in Berlin.
Traditionally, Prince William would join his wife, the Princess of Wales, at the men’s and women’s finals at the tennis tournament. However, it’s unclear whether Kate will make an appearance amid her cancer treatment.
Kate, who is patron of the AELTC, usually presents the trophies to the winners on Centre Court, but if she is unable to fulfill her ceremonial duties, the role might fall to William.
Given his role as President of the Football Association (FA), it’s likely that the Prince will travel to Germany for the final. The Duchess of Gloucester has been suggested as a potential stand-in for Kate.
William attended England’s Group Stage match against Denmark, where he reunited with King Frederik of Denmark and Frederik’s 13-year-old daughter, Princess Josephine. The game ended in a 1-1 draw.
The Prince also witnessed England’s nail-biting quarter-final against Switzerland, which saw them secure their place in the semi-final after a tense penalty shootout.
While William couldn’t travel to Dortmund for England’s clash against The Netherlands in the Euro semi-final, he sent a jubilant congratulatory message to the Three Lions after Ollie Watkins scored a 90th-minute goal, securing a 2-1 victory and a spot in the final.
The future king said: “What a beauty, Ollie! Congratulations England! #EURO2024 Finalists W.”
Meanwhile, the King sent a personal message to Gareth Southgate, telling the England manager: “My wife and I join all our family in wishing you the warmest congratulations on reaching the final of the U.E.F.A. European Championship – and in sending our very best wishes for Sunday’s match.
“If I may encourage you to secure victory before the need for any last minute wonder-goals or another penalties drama, I am sure the stresses on the nation’s collective heart rate and blood pressure would be greatly alleviated! Good luck, England.”
After a busy few months of engagements, the royals are expected to dial down their duties for their annual summer holiday, with the Prince and Princess of Wales’s three children breaking up from school.
