Karwai Tang/Getty Images(LONDON) — Kate, the Duchess of Cambridge, visited Wimbledon Tuesday, but she may attending the famed tournament in the future to watch her son, Prince George, play.
Duchess Kate told friends Katie Boulter and Anne Keothavong that eight-time Wimbledon winner Roger Federer is Prince George’s favorite player, according to Wimbledon’s Coffee Morning show.
She also said the superstar has even played tennis with George at the royals’ home in Norfolk.
The hosts noted Duchess Kate’s family “loves tennis.” In fact, Kate, 37, is patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club (AELTC).
She took over the patronage of the AELTC from Queen Elizabeth II in 2017.
During Tuesday’s outing, Kate sported a chic collared white midi dress with black buttons down the front by British designer Suzannah as she took her seat in the royal box on Tuesday, her second match of the day.
Earlier, she had visited an outside court and cheered on the British tennis player Harriet Dart with Boulter and Keothavong.
At #Wimbledon today, The Duchess visited the Aorangi Park to see the practice courts and players’ warm-up area.
Whilst there Her Royal Highness met @JohannaKonta and Wimbledon Champion @andy_murray. pic.twitter.com/qURkxqDVuW
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) July 2, 2019
The Duchess also met a number of finalists and winners nominated for the annual LTA Tennis Awards which recognise people who volunteer at grassroots level to grow and open up the sport. pic.twitter.com/LZrqxVK2p8
— Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) July 2, 2019
The Duchess of Cambridge, Patron of @Wimbledon, is visiting The Championships today