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Princess Catherine Attends Wimbledon Men’s Final Amid Cancer Treatment
Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, made a rare public appearance at the Wimbledon men’s final on Sunday, accompanied by her daughter, Charlotte, and sister, Pippa Middleton. Kate, who has been battling cancer, arrived at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club to present the winner’s trophy to either Novak Djokovic or Carlos Alcaraz.
The princess, known for her love of tennis, has been undergoing chemotherapy and announced her cancer diagnosis earlier this year. Her attendance at the tournament marked her second public engagement since the announcement, following her appearance at the trooping the colour ceremony in June.
During Saturday’s women’s singles final, Kate was absent, and the trophy was presented on her behalf by Debbie Jevans to Barbora Krejčíková. Notable celebrities in attendance at the tennis event included Tom Cruise, Zendaya, and Hugh Jackman.
Earlier in the championship, Kate paid tribute to retired tennis star Andy Murray, acknowledging his remarkable Wimbledon career. Despite his absence from the finals, she commended his achievements in a heartfelt social media message.
While Kate was present at Wimbledon, her husband, Prince William, was scheduled to attend the Euro 2024 final between England and Spain in Berlin later on Sunday as the President of the Football Association.
The princess’s active involvement in the Wimbledon tournament highlighted her enduring passion for the sport and her commitment to her royal duties despite her ongoing medical treatment. Her courage and determination have served as an inspiration to many.