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Prince William Kicks Off Rio Visit With City Key and Stadium Outreach Ahead of Earthshot Prize

He uses high-visibility engagements in Rio to spotlight Earthshot before representing King Charles III at COP30 in Belém.

Overview

  • William received the symbolic keys to Rio from Mayor Eduardo Paes and joined youth at the Maracanã with Brazil legend Cafu and Terra FC volunteers.
  • He also played beach volleyball at Copacabana with Olympian Carolina Solberg during community-focused events tied to the visit.
  • The fifth Earthshot Prize ceremony is scheduled in Rio on November 5, awarding five winners £1 million each to scale climate and nature solutions.
  • Following the ceremony, William is set to travel to Belém on November 6 to attend COP30 and deliver remarks on behalf of the King.
  • Catherine remained in the UK as their children return to school, while former aide Jason Knauf describes William as hands-on in shaping Earthshot behind the scenes.