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Prince William Joins Copacabana Beach Volleyball With Olympian as He Spotlights Lifeguards and Youth Projects in Rio

The appearances spotlight lifeguards alongside youth sports projects tied to ocean sustainability ahead of the Earthshot Prize.

Overview

  • Official posts from the Prince and Princess of Wales’ account show William playing beach volleyball on Copacabana with Olympian Carolina Solberg.
  • William toured rescue boats, met Copacabana lifeguards, and praised them as “superheroes” for safety work and youth engagement in ocean sustainability.
  • Solberg, who runs the Levante Institute for underprivileged children, said William showed strong ability and high energy during the game.
  • Earlier at Maracanã Stadium, William met Brazilian great Cafu and played a three‑a‑side match with children from Terra FC, which teaches environmental lessons through football.
  • The Rio engagements serve to highlight local conservation and youth initiatives ahead of this week’s Earthshot Prize ceremony.