In 2015, Prince William and Princess Kate attended a sporting event in Portsmouth, which has recently resurfaced on TikTok, sparking amusement among fans. The couple, who celebrated their 13th wedding anniversary in April, met during their college years and have since become parents to three children: 10-year-old Prince George, 9-year-old Princess Charlotte, and 6-year-old Prince Louis.
Earlier this year, Kate’s absence from public appearances due to health challenges, including a cancer diagnosis and subsequent treatment, had fueled speculation about her well-being and their marriage status.
During their visit to Portsmouth, the royal couple engaged with Sir Ben Ainslie, a four-time Olympic sailing gold medalist, at the America’s Cup World Series. A TikTok video captured William’s notable reactions as Kate conversed with Ainslie, with viewers appreciating what seemed to be the prince’s protective demeanor towards his wife.
The video, uploaded by user @helensmccrory, garnered over 209,000 views and 19,000 likes, highlighting William’s expressions and the couple’s interactions with the Olympian.
Prince William and Princess Kate
Fans on social media commented on William’s apparent protectiveness, describing him as “silly” and expressing amusement at his reactions. The couple’s interest in sailing has been evident over the years, with Kate and William participating in events like the King’s Cup race in 2019.
Despite William’s crew besting Kate’s in that race due to a disqualification, the event raised funds for their respective patronages. Plans for the race to become an annual event were disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The resurfaced footage underscores public fascination with the royal family’s personal moments, particularly amid periods of reduced public appearances. Despite challenges and speculation earlier in the year, the admiration for William and Kate’s relationship and shared interests, such as sailing, remains strong among supporters and followers of the royal couple.
