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Princess Kate Receives Standing Ovation at Wimbledon Women’s Final

The Princess of Wales made her first appearance since announcing remission, marking her return to the ceremonial duties of her Wimbledon patronage.

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Princess Kate waves before the ladies' singles final match at Wimbledon 2025 at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on July 12, 2025, in London.
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Overview

  • Princess Kate attended the women’s singles final on July 12 from the Royal Box, arriving with AELTC chair Debbie Jevans in a cream ensemble accented by the club’s purple and green bow.
  • Spectators rose to their feet and cheered as she entered Centre Court and took her seat next to tennis legend Billie Jean King.
  • As patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club since 2016, she is set to present the Venus Rosewater Dish to the women’s champion following the match.
  • Her appearance follows a January announcement of remission and comes after she spoke candidly about the ‘rollercoaster’ of adjusting to life after cancer treatment.
  • Before the final, she met players and behind-the-scenes staff, including wheelchair champion Wang Ziying, underscoring her engagement with all aspects of the tournament.