Prince Michael of Kent was helped to his seat by his son, Lord
Frederick Windsor, as they joined a packed royal box at Wimbledon
on the final day of the Championships.
Prince Michael, who will turn 84 next month, looked well but
needed assistance as he made his way into the VIP area ahead of the
Men’s Singles Final at the All England Club.
Lord Frederick guided his father, who was using a stick to aid
his walking, to his chair. Frederick’s sister, Lady Gabriella
Kingston, was also there to help, holding her father’s arm at one
point as he made his way in.
Also with them was Frederick’s wife, Sophie Winkleman, who took
her seat at the end of the row as the family settled in.
The Prince and Princess of Wales arrived later – Kate is
presenting the trophy to the winner of the Men’s Singles.
With them were Prince George and Princess Charlotte who looked
excited to be back at Wimbledon.
However, it seems that football fan George, who is 13 in just a
few days’ time, might have stayed up late to see England play
Norway in the World Cup as he was seen trying to stifle yawns.
Prince William was certainly watching, taking to social media
immediately afterwards to congratulate England on reaching the semi
finals for the fourth time in the tournament’s history. WIlliam
said the result, a 2-1 win that wasn’t without controversy, was
”never in doubt”.
The heir to the throne has said he will travel to the US if
England reach the final. However, he is unlikely to make the trip
for their semi final, against Argentina, this coming Wednesday.
Prince Michael of Kent is rarely seen in public these days as
his mobility is reduced. His wife, Marie-Christine, is understood
to be recovering from a bout of serious ill health in the past
months including a stroke.
Prince and Princess Michael of Kent recently celebrated their
48th wedding anniversary. The couple married in Vienna on June 30th
1978 amidst controversy as Marie-Christine was a Catholic and also
divorced.
