The news of Andy's retirement came as a disappointment to ticket holders and fans alike, but the royal family expressed their sentiments, tweeting, "Wimbledon career comes to an end. You should be very proud, Andy Murray. On behalf of all of us, thank you, Catherine."
Kate Middleton's passion for tennis dates back to her childhood and she has been a consistent presence at Wimbledon, barring only one instance in 2013 when she was heavily pregnant with Prince George. In her own words, "I've watched Wimbledon, that was very much part of my growing up. It's such a quintessential part of the English summer and I think it really inspires youngsters. Myself, it inspired me when I was younger to get involved in the game."
Many expressed awe at her strength and dedication, recognizing the immense effort it took for her to attend Wimbledon despite ongoing health struggles. Fans took to Twitter to praise her courage and commitment to royal duties, particularly during personal challenges.
While Princess Catherine was unable to attend Wimbledon this year due to her health treatment, her parents, Michael and Carol, attended the tournament's fourth day. Carol was elegantly attired in a floral summer dress paired with a chic white jacket adorned with black buttons, while Michael looked smart in a blue shirt, yellow tie, and navy blue jacket.
In other royal news, Prince William is set to appear in a new TV documentary aimed at changing perceptions about homelessness and showcasing solutions. Titled "Prince William: We Can End Homelessness," the two-part series on ITV will follow his efforts with the H^2H (Hope to Home) initiative over the past year, featuring stories of those affected by homelessness and highlighting the program's supporters.
Additionally, Prince William recently attended England's Euro quarterfinal match against Switzerland, where he was amused by a cheeky handmade sign in the crowd reading "God Save the Cheese." His jovial reaction captured the attention of fans and reaffirmed his passion for football.
Meanwhile, the Prince of Wales has been less visible this summer but was spotted supporting England during their group stage match against Denmark. He was seen chatting with King Frederick of Denmark, despite their teams being rivals on the field, showing a friendly camaraderie at the match in Frankfurt.
