The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are avid sailing fans, so it was no surprise to see the royal pair front and centre at the America’s Cup World Series event at the Race Village in Portsmouth, England, yesterday.
Donning matching polos for the occasion, the couple looked comfortably casual at the event, where they mingled with teams competing in the race and met with youth involved in the 1851 Trust. Kate is a Royal Patron of the trust, which is supported by Ben Ainslie Racing (the British team competing in the America’s Cup) and aims to connect with young people through the sport of sailing.
Prince George, who recently turned three years old, was clearly at the forefront of his parents’ minds as they stepped out for the sailing event, with Prince George joking that his eldest child was “spoilt”.
“What did he get for his birthday? I’m not telling,” the royal joked.
“He got too many things. He’s far too spoilt. He’s not into boats yet.”
While Prince George may be more interested in land-based fun for now, Catherine has previously opened up about hoping her little ones would follow in her footsteps and catch the sailing bug, during her previous visit to the 1851 Trust headquarters in May.
See more photos of William and Catherine out in Portsmouth in the gallery
All photos from Getty
Duchess Kate arrives at the Ben Ainslie Racing headquarters, wearing the team polo, denim and beige espadrilles.
The Duke and Duchess wore matching polos for the occasion.
Prince William bends down to shake the hand of a young sailing enthusiast.
The pair later took to the stage to congratulate the team members on their efforts.
The pair seemed to be having a great time on stage together!
The royal couple mingle with members of the team.
Later, they posed for photos with some young people involved with the 1851 Trust, of which Kate is a Royal Patron.
Kate clutches a bouquet in one hand as she talks to a youngster from the 1851 Trust.
During their visit, Kate and William also got the chance to take to the high seas in a catamaran as they followed the racing team.
Watch their voyage on the water in the video below – gallery continues after the video
The royal pair wave to the crowds as they get a closer look inside the vessel.
Kate – an avid sailing enthusiast – looked like the wind and water didn’t bother her at all as she took in the view.
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