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Princess Kate's joy over Prince William's recent victory in a polo match was evident as she showered him with a celebratory kiss. The 41-year-old Princess of Wales was captured in a photograph as she embraced her husband during the Royal Charity Polo Day at Guards Polo Club in Windsor, England on Thursday, July 6. In a rare public display of affection, Kate met her husband after he left the field and affectionately kissed him on the cheek.
Kate adorned herself with a flowing light blue dress that gracefully covered her long arms. Her luscious locks cascaded down her back as she spectated the match. In contrast, William sported his polo uniform, showcasing his effortless style. His attire consisted of pristine white jeans, secured by a tasteful belt, complemented by a white and blue shirt embellished with the vibrant No. 4 on both the back and sleeves in a striking shade of red.
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The Duke of Cambridge participated in the U.S. Polo Association event and played a crucial role in his team's victory with a score of 3-2. Alongside supporting William from the sidelines, Kate was spotted standing beside her husband during the prize presentation.
Kate's affectionate gesture towards William follows her playful tap on the prince's backside during her father-in-law, King Charles III's Scottish coronation ceremony, which drew attention.
The couple, who have three children together - Prince George (9), Princess Charlotte (8), and Prince Louis (5) - joined Queen Camilla and the monarch, who is 74 years old, on Wednesday, July 5th, in Edinburgh for his coronation. Queen Camilla was also recognized at St. Giles Cathedral on the same day, one month after Charles and Camilla, who is 75 years old, were crowned at Westminster Abbey in London.
Charles became the King of Britain in September 2022 after the passing of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, who had ruled the country for 70 years. The eldest son of the late queen was later celebrated with a multi-day event in May to commemorate his official reign.
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After making the journey from the U.S. to London for the May 6 coronation, Prince Harry, Charles' youngest son, has chosen to stay back in California with his wife, Meghan Markle, and their two children, Archie, 4, and Lilibet, 2.
According to royal historian Gareth Russell, Harry's brief visit indicates his desire to honor and support his father. However, his quick departure suggests that his relationships with the other members of the family, including his stepmother and eldest brother, are still strained. The tensions between Harry, 38, and his relatives began in 2020 when he and Meghan, 41, stepped back from their roles as senior royals and moved to the United States. The situation worsened after Harry published his memoir, Spare, in 2023, in which he heavily criticized his family and referred to William as his "archnemesis."
According to royal expert Nick Bullen, Harry had a conversation with his father the night before the coronation, but he did not have any interactions with his sibling or sister-in-law.
Despite the ongoing feud with Harry, William had an enjoyable past few months. William's friends arranged a birthday celebration for him at a nightclub, which he was initially hesitant about. However, he ultimately decided to step out of his comfort zone and had a fantastic time.
According to the source, William celebrated his birthday by having a lively dance session with his male friends and expressed their desire to turn it into a recurring activity. Additionally, the royal enjoyed a memorable dinner with the children.