PIPPA MIDDLETON today joined her sister Kate, Princess of Wales in the Wimbledon final as Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic to retain his Grand Slam title.
The two sisters were also joined by Kate’s middle child and only child, 9-year-old Princess Charlotte, who couldn’t stop smiling as she arrived at SW19.
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The royals were greeted with a standing ovation as they arrived to take their seats, with Kate, 42, stunning in a custom purple Safiyaa Cecilia gown and Pippa, 40, looking glamorous in a £357 floral Beulah gown.
Pippa was spotted wearing the same dress in 2021 when her younger brother James Middleton married Alizée Thevenet.
Many Wimbledon fans praised Pippa’s elegant look in the X, with one person stating: “Love that dress…out of my price range.”
Another person said: “She looks absolutely beautiful, just like her sister and niece.”
The Wimbledon final marks Princess Kate’s first public appearance since she attended Trooping the Color for King Charles’ birthday last month.
In June, the princess was seen beaming alongside the monarch on the balcony of Buckingham Palace.
It was Kate’s first time attending a royal event since she and Charles were diagnosed with cancer.
Pippa and Kate are said to share a close bond, with royal commentator Richard Fizwilliams previously telling The Sun that the princess is likely to rely heavily on her sister’s support during this “absolutely crucial” time.
He said: “I think the Middletons will be her rock and they will also be tremendously helpful, especially where the children are concerned.”
The two sisters have always been close and no longer shared an apartment in the elegant London neighborhood Chelsea in her 20s, for Pippa, who now lives not far from the princess’ home at Adelaide Cottage on the Windsor estate.
Pippa rose to prominence as Kate’s bridesmaid at her stunning wedding to Prince William in 2011, as she carried her sister’s train up the steps to Westminster Abbey.
The pair bonded over their shared love of sport and exercise as children, and have attended Wimbledon frequently in the past.
Ahead of today’s Wimbledon appearance, the Princess of Wales shared a message and support for her and Prince William’s official X/Twitter platform.
“Great to be back at @Wimbledon!” he read.
Special role that Pippa Middleton could have when Kate is queen
KATE Middleton is extremely close to her family, including her mother Carole and sister Pippa.
And when Prince William’s wife one day becomes queen, her beloved family members could be in line to receive some special honors.
Royal author Phil Dampier told Fabulous that Pippa Middleton could be given a similar role to Queen Camilla’s younger sister Annabel Elliott, who is one of her six “companions.”
He said: “I certainly think there could be a role for Pippa as a lady-in-waiting or companion.
“This needs to be someone the Queen can trust and rely on, and who better than her sister?
“Pippa has some business interests but I’m sure when Kate becomes Queen she would be happy to fulfill that role if necessary.
“It’s not necessarily a full-time job, so she would be available.
“We all know what a sensation she was at their wedding in 2011 and since then she has kept a relatively low profile and is, of course, happily married.”
Another person he thought might be in line for a “companion” position is Kate’s stylist and close friend Natasha Archer, as she is “another person she trusts and would be ideal for a support role.”
“There’s nothing like the Championship.”
Before heading to their seats this afternoon, the royal women met with Emma Radacabnu, who presented Kate with a bouquet of flowers.
Ahead of her appearance on Trooping The Color last month, Kate shared an update on her health, after announcing her cancer diagnosis in March.
In a personal statement, she said: “I have been overwhelmed by all the kind messages of support and encouragement over the last few
some months.
It really made a big difference to William and me and helped us through some of the most difficult times.
“I’m making good progress, but as anyone undergoing chemotherapy knows, there are good days and bad days.
“On those bad days you feel weak, tired and have to give in
your body resting. But on good days, when you feel your strongest, you want to make the most of feeling good.
“My treatment is ongoing and will last a few more months. On days when I feel good, it’s a joy to participate in school life, dedicate my personal time to the things that give me energy and positivity, as well as getting to do a little work at home.
“I’m looking forward to taking part in the King’s Birthday Parade this weekend with my family and hoping to take part in some public engagements over the summer, but also knowing that I’m not out of the woods yet.
“I’m learning to be patient, especially with uncertainty. Taking each day as it comes, listening to my body and allowing myself to take this much needed time to heal.
“Thank you so much for your continued understanding and to all of you who have bravely shared your stories with me.”
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