LONDON - The Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, is set to make a rare public appearance at the Wimbledon men's final on Sunday, despite her ongoing battle with cancer.
Kensington Palace confirmed on Saturday that Kate, the wife of Prince William and heir to the throne, will grace the Royal Box on Centre Court to witness defending champion Carlos Alcaraz face off against Novak Djokovic.
However, she will not be present at Saturday's women's final between Jasmine Paolini and Barbora Krejcikova. Wimbledon organizers announced that Deborah Jevans, the chair of the All England Club, will present the winner's trophy instead.
Since announcing her cancer diagnosis in March, Kate has maintained a low profile. Her role as patron of the All England Club, which she has held since 2016, includes the tradition of presenting trophies after each men's and women's singles final.
This appearance at Wimbledon marks only her second public outing since March, when she attended the birthday parade for King Charles III.
The Championships 2024: Tennis Extravaganza Spanning Two Weeks
The prestigious Wimbledon tournament, known as The Championships, 2024, is set to captivate tennis enthusiasts over a thrilling 14-day period, culminating on Sunday, July 14.
The action-packed event kicks off with two days dedicated to Gentlemen's and Ladies' Singles matches. Following this, the Gentlemen's and Ladies' Doubles competitions will commence on Wednesday, while the Mixed Doubles event is scheduled to begin on Friday.
For younger talents, the Junior Championships (18 & under) will kick off on Saturday, July 6, adding a youthful flair to the tournament. In the second week, alongside the main competitions, there will be exciting contests for wheelchair tennis competitors and the 14 & under juniors, highlighting inclusivity and talent across various age groups.
Wimbledon, renowned for its tradition, sportsmanship, and thrilling matches, promises to deliver another memorable edition as players from around the globe vie for glory on the historic grass courts of the All England Club.
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