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Princess Kate offers heartfelt words to Wimbledon runnerup after devastating loss — best photos

The Princess of Wales made a radiant solo appearance at Centre Court as tennis stars battled for the title

Los Angeles correspondent
Updated: 5 days ago
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The Princess of Wales made a radiant appearance to watch the Wimbledon women’s singles final on Saturday July 12, 2025 in a full white look, perfect for the occasion.

Princess Kate watched as 24-year-old Polish Iga Swiatek beat American Amanda Anisimova in straight sets to win one of the most coveted titles in tennis, and she was seen giving words of comfort to the emotional Anisimova who was in tears at the end.

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Kate is patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club and an avid tennis player herself, so these occasions are doubly special for the royal, who always enjoys sharing moments at Wimbledon with those closest to her. 

"You should be so proud," she told a teary Anisimova at the end of the match.

Anisimova lost 6-0 6-0 against Swiatek.

Catherine, Princess of Wales attends day thirteen of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on July 12, 2025 in London, England© WireImage

As soon as the future Queen appeared on the player's walkway bridge with Deborah Jevans CBE, Chair of The All England Lawn Tennis Club, the crowd started cheering and waving, while Kate looked overwhelmed.

Catherine, Princess of Wales attends day thirteen of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on July 12, 2025 in London, England© WireImage

In the royal box, the Princess was joined by Olympian Sir Mo Farah, film director Greta Gerwig, accompanied by her husband, Noah Baumbach, actor Stanley Tucci, triple Olympic champion Adam Peaty with his girlfriend, Gordon Ramsey’s daughter Holly, and Leader of the Conservative Party Kemi Badenoch.

Catherine, Princess of Wales, waves from the Royal Box prior to the the Ladies' Singles Final between Iga Swiatek of Poland and Amanda Anisimova of United States on day thirteen of The Championships Wimbledon 2025© Visionhaus via Getty Images

Princess Catherine as not joined by her husband, the Prince of Wales, or her children, George, 11, Charlotte, 10, and Louis, seven.

Princess Kate looked magnificent in her Nicole Miller dress© Getty Images

Often, Kate is accompanied at Wimbledon by members of her family, namely her little sister Pippa, with whom she shares a strong bond, or her parents, Carole and Michael Middleton.

Her brother James Middleton and his wife, Alizée Thevenet, have also occasionally been spotted at Wimbledon. In 2022, the couple turned heads when they appeared in matching outfits. 

Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales (L) Lydia Lowe, eight, from the Dan Maskell Tennis Trust, upon her arrival to attend the women's singles final tennis match on the thirteenth day of the 2025 Wimbledon Championships © POOL/AFP via Getty Images

Catherine greeted Lydia Lowe, eight, from the Dan Maskell Tennis Trust, upon her arrival.

Billie Jean King and Catherine, Princess of Wales attend day thirteen of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club© WireImage

Legendary tennis player Billie Jean King was sat alongside Catherine during the match, and the pair were seen quietly talking amongst themselves.


Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales (L) comforts as she gives the runner up trophy, to US player Amanda Anisimova after her defeat against Poland's Iga Swiatek at the end of their women's singles final tennis match on the thirteenth day of the 2025 Wimbledon Championships © AFP via Getty Images

Kate comforted a crying Anisimova who lost the match 6-0 6-0.

Anisimova later gave a speech to the crowds in which she praised Swiatek for her game.

Iga Swiatek of Poland celebrates winning Championship point against Amanda Anisimova of United States in the Ladies' Singles Final on day thirteen of The Championships Wimbledon 2025 © Getty Images

Swiatek collapsed to the floor as she realized she had won the match point.

Princess of Wales, Patron of The AELTC reacts in the Royal Box prior to the the Ladies' Singles Final © Getty Images

Princess Kate could not believe what was happening on the court.

The match ended in 57 minutes.

Catherine, Princess of Wales presents the winner's trophy to Iga Swiatek on day thirteen of the Wimbledon Tennis Championships at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on July 12, 2025 © WireImage

Kate, an avid tennis fan, spoke to Swiatek for several minutes after her incredible win.

Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales (R) gives the winner's trophy, the Venus Rosewater Dish, to Poland's Iga Swiatek (L) © AFP via Getty Images

Kate, 43, wore a custom midi dress from SELF-PORTRAIT, in a beautiful pale yellow which featured a utility jacket-style design with pockets and a chic belted waist, elevated by a gorgeous pleated skirt.



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