Here's what Prince George and Princess Charlotte received from the Wimbledon champion Jannik Sinner
Wimbledon champion Jannik Sinner didn't just leave Centre Court with a trophy on Sunday, he also won over some very special fans in the royal box.
After his impressive four-set victory over Spain's Carlos Alcaraz, the 22-year-old Italian tennis star had the chance to meet the Prince and Princess of Wales and their children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte.
Though their youngest brother, Prince Louis, wasn't in attendance, Sinner made sure not to leave him out.
So what did he give the young royals? Signed tennis balls: one each for George, Charlotte, and Louis.
The sweet gesture took place backstage following the trophy ceremony. Speaking in his post-match press conference, Sinner admitted, 'In the beginning, I didn't know what to say.' He added, 'I asked the kids if they play tennis and asked them what kind of rackets they play with, these kind of things.'
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, the Princess of Wales thanked him for his 'kind' gift and offered him her 'huge congratulations' before they parted ways.
As patron of the All England Lawn Tennis Club, Kate has been a regular presence in the royal box for both the men's and women's finals at Wimbledon. This year, she was accompanied by Prince William, along with Prince George, 11, and Princess Charlotte, 10, both of whom have developed a visible interest in the sport.
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Prince George made his Wimbledon debut in 2022, while Charlotte joined her family courtside for the first time in 2023. Their appearance this year shows a growing tradition, one likely encouraged by their mother's lifelong love of tennis.
Sinner, who became the first Italian to ever win a Wimbledon singles title, said the meeting was deeply meaningful. 'You see how much they care about tennis and the sport itself,' he said.
'It's very prestigious. I've been lucky to meet her and the whole family, and it was a very nice moment.'
Also in attendance was Spain's King Felipe VI, who had flown in to support Carlos Alcaraz. During the trophy presentation, Alcaraz publicly thanked the Spanish monarch for attending.
Though Alcaraz bested Sinner at the French Open just weeks prior, the two have developed a strong on-and-off-court rapport. After the final, both men praised each other in their speeches, with Alcaraz acknowledging Sinner's 'really well-deserved' win.
Their budding rivalry and friendship is quickly becoming one of tennis's most talked-about storylines. But on this day, Sinner's post-match moment with the little royals was just as charming as his performance on court.
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