British Royals - Back in the game: Princess Kate expected in Wimbledon
Despite undergoing cancer treatment, Princess Kate (42) plans to attend the Wimbledon tennis tournament. The daughter-in-law of King Charles III had withdrawn from public life for months. She made her first appearance again four weeks ago at a military parade in London, and now another appearance is expected. Kate will present the trophy at the men's final today.
When Spanish title defender Carlos Alcaraz and Serbian record Grand Slam tournament winner Novak Djokovic face off, many cameras are likely to be focused on Kate. The wife of the heir to the throne, Prince William, is very popular. When she rode in a carriage through London during the Trooping the Colour parade last month, people waved and cheered.
What connects Kate to the tennis tournament
Now, Wimbledon, one of the most famous tennis tournaments in the world. Kate is the patron of the organizer, the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, and has attended the tournament many times. Kate can even play tennis herself and stood on the court with tennis legend Roger Federer a year ago.
Why Kate's illness shocked some
When Kate publicly announced her illness in a video message in March, it may have been the contrast that affected many people. Here is this Woman who appears almost perfect, quite fit, a mother of three young children, right in the middle of life - and yet facing such a major challenge.
Kate had revealed that after an operation in her abdomen, cancer had been detected, and she was undergoing preventive chemotherapy. Before that, much had been speculated about her absence.
It has since quieted down. British media, which are not known for holding back in other areas, have refrained from publishing paparazzi photos. And when asked on the street what people thought about the whole story, some said Kate needed her privacy.
How Kate talks about her illness
When Kate announced her appearance at the military parade, the Kensington Palace also released a statement. She is making progress but, as everyone knows who undergoes chemotherapy, there are good days and bad days, wrote Kate. She hoped to make a few public appearances this summer.
"But I know I'm not over the hill yet," the statement from Kate, who is officially Catherine, read. Her treatment will still last a few more months. She is learning to be patient. Taking each day as it comes. Listening to her body.
The royals have had tough months
Kate's illness was not the only heavy news the British royal family had to cope with. King Charles (75) is being treated for a non-specified cancer. His former wife Sarah Ferguson (64) also made a public announcement about another cancer finding.
And recently, Charles' sister Princess Anne (73) was hospitalized. The avid equestrian, who had previously participated in the Olympics, was reportedly hit on the head by a horse on her private estate, Gatcombe Park. That Anne was appearing again, made Kate and William comment with full joy on their X-Channel over the weekend.
King Charles has been traveling a lot again for some time. While there was a lot of chaos at the royals at the beginning of the year, normalcy is returning. William (42) is supposed to travel to Germany today for the football EM final. When Kate will make her next appearance is still unknown. For now, Wimbledon.
- Despite her ongoing cancer treatment, Duchess Catherine is determined to attend the prestigious Wimbledon tennis tournament.
- As the patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, Catherine has attended numerous Wimbledon tournament events in the past.
- The men's final today at Wimbledon will surely attract attention, with Roger Federer and current title defender Carlos Alcaraz set to face off.
- Many people were surprised when Duchess Catherine publicly announced her cancer diagnosis during her video message in March.
- The wife of Prince William, Catherine underwent an abdominal operation and began preventive chemotherapy to combat the detected cancer.
- The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, along with the rest of the British monarchy, have had a challenging few months with several health-related issues.
- When asked about Duchess Catherine's illness on the streets of London, some bystanders expressed their support for her privacy and wished her a speedy recovery.
- Novak Djokovic, another prominent tennis player, is set to compete in the Wimbledon tournament, adding to the star-studded event's lineup.
