Overview

• Princess Kate watched England defeat Australia 47-7 in Brighton, with the Red Roses advancing to the quarterfinals.
• Prince William attended Wales vs Fiji in Exeter, where Wales lost 28-25 and were eliminated from the tournament.
• The couple’s official Instagram congratulated England — “on to the Quarter Finals” — and offered commiserations to @welshrugbyunion.
• Photos showed William meeting Wales players after the match, including moments of consolation and a hug for one player.
• Buckingham Palace has set royal mourning through the Duchess of Kent’s funeral on Sept. 16, overlapping with the royals’ rugby engagements.