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

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.

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.

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.

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

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. 

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

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

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.

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

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

The match ended in 57 minutes.

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

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.