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.
