Kate Middleton asks Jannik Sinner to sign ball for Prince Louis so he won't get 'upset' in sweet gesture
A special gift from the new #Wimbledon Champion to Their Royal Highnesses Prince George and Princess Charlotte 😁 pic.twitter.com/GQasAeaj5R
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 13, 2025
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM: In a heartfelt and quietly emotional moment following the Wimbledon Men's Final, Kate Middleton made a sweet and motherly request on behalf of her youngest child.
As the newly crowned champion Jannik Sinner celebrated his victory over defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, the Princess of Wales approached him to sign tennis balls for her children, making sure not to leave out her youngest son, Prince Louis, who had been unable to attend.
Kate Middleton makes sure Prince Louis isn’t left out with a sweet post-match moment at Wimbledon
Seven-year-old Prince Louis was notably absent from the Royal Box on Sunday, July 13, but his presence was felt through a thoughtful gesture by his mother.
After the trophy presentation, Princess Kate asked Sinner to sign three tennis balls, one each for George, Charlotte, and Louis.
Handing the third ball to be signed, Princess of Wales was heard saying, “Thank you so much, that’s really kind.”
She further added, “We brought one for their brother as well,” to which Prince William chimed in, “Louis will be upset otherwise.”
In an endearing moment captured on camera, they shook Sinner’s hand and said it was “very nice to meet you,” radiating excitement and decorum.
George and Charlotte, both known to be avid tennis fans, were seen enjoying the game intently from the Royal Box, surrounded by celebrities and dignitaries.
Kate Middleton includes subtle nods to Prince Louis during Wimbledon family outing
Kate Middleton's maternal instincts and attention to Louis, despite his absence, drew widespread praise online.
Footage of the moment circulated rapidly, showing the princess gently ensuring Louis would be included in the family’s big day out at Wimbledon, and that he wouldn’t feel left out while his older siblings attended such a landmark match.
Kate's symbolic gesture was not the only subtle reminder of her youngest child that day. Her royal blue dress was paired with a Daniella Draper pendant encrusted with April birthstones, a touching nod to Prince Louis, who was born in April.
The pendant, worn close to her heart, was a literal and figurative sign that Louis was with her in spirit.
Princess of Wales looked radiant and composed as she settled into her seat, waving to the crowd as she received a standing ovation from the Centre Court audience. It marked her second consecutive day at Wimbledon, following her appearance at the women’s final where she presented the trophy to Iga Swiatek.
During the match, Charlotte was especially animated, her expressions ranging from cheerful excitement to gasps of disbelief.
A known fan of Alcaraz, Charlotte was visibly engaged throughout the four-set final. Her reactions echoed those from previous years, especially 2024, when she was seen celebrating Alcaraz's victory.
Kate Middleton blends royal duty and motherly warmth in moving Wimbledon weekend
Kate Middleton's Wimbledon weekend was filled with poignant moments. On Saturday, she presented the trophy to women’s singles champion Iga Swiatek after her historic 6-0, 6-0 victory against Amanda Anisimova, the most one-sided Wimbledon women’s final since 1911.
As Patron of the All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) since 2016, she wore her traditional green and purple “Wimbledon bow” brooch, an emblem of her royal role in the tournament. This brooch, gifted to her by Queen Elizabeth II, has been worn by the Princess on every Wimbledon visit since 2017 and symbolizes her duties as a representative of the royal family in British sport.
The colours of the brooch, deep green and purple, have been Wimbledon’s official colours since 1909, replacing the original blue, red, yellow, and green, which were deemed too similar to the Royal Marines.
The brooch is traditionally worn by members of the Committee of Management and honorary patrons, signifying their responsibility in the tournament’s operations.
Moreover, her compassionate handling of Anisimova's heartbreak reflected the blend of personal warmth and public duty that has defined her appearances throughout her royal role.
