The 43-year-old royal responded publicly to the unexpected outburst

A spontaneous declaration of affection brought laughter to Centre Court as Princess Kate arrived to present trophies at Wimbledon’s men’s singles final on Sunday.

“I love you, Kate!” shouted a fan as the Princess of Wales stepped onto the court following the championship match.

The 43-year-old royal responded with laughter to the unexpected outburst, which broke the formal silence of the trophy ceremony.

Princess Kate had taken to Centre Court in her capacity as patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club to award prizes to Italy’s Jannik Sinner and Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz.

The 43-year-old royal responded with laughter to the unexpected outburst, which broke the formal silence of the trophy ceremony.

Princess Kate had taken to Centre Court in her capacity as patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club to award prizes to Italy’s Jannik Sinner and Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz.

During the Wimbledon men’s singles final trophy presentation on July 13, 2025, something unexpected occurred. When Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton entered Centre Court, a loud voice from the audience cried, “I love you, Kate! ” Kate Middleton smiled and laughed, surprising everybody, hence the instant viral buzz. Still, what exactly transpired that day on the last Wimbledon Championships court?

Kate Middleton reacts to fan during Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz’s trophy presentation

The audience waited for the award ceremony after Jannik Sinner took his first Wimbledon championship against Carlos Alcaraz on July 13, 2025, in London. In her capacity as patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, a title she received from Queen Elizabeth in 2016, Kate Middleton, 43, came to give the awards.

After welcoming the ball boys and girls, as she went toward the trophies, a fan broke the silence with a sincere shout, “I love you, Kate! ” Kate Middleton heard it and responded with a large smile and brief chuckle. The crowd saw, and the video spread fast online to thousands of shares.Kate Middleton bowed softly as she presented Carlos Alcaraz the runner-up trophy. The first Italian man to win Wimbledon, Jannik Sinner was then given the championship cup, thereby rewriting history. The two also chatted briefly before he lifted the trophy.

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This was Kate Middleton’s first appearance at Wimbledon 2025. She had earlier confirmed her attendance just a day before, after taking time off due to her ongoing cancer treatment, which she described as a “roller coaster.” Kate attended the men’s final alongside Prince William, their son Prince George, 11, and daughter Princess Charlotte, 10. Their youngest child, Prince Louis, 7, did not attend. The family watched the final from the Royal Box on the fourteenth and last day of the tournament.The day before finals, July 12, Kate also showed up to present Iga Swiatek and Amanda Anisimova with awards during the Ladies’ Singles Final. During a somber event, smiles were brought about by Kate Middleton’s humorous response to the fan’s shout, therefore making it among the most touching and viral highlights of Wimbledon 2025.During a somber event, smiles were brought about by Kate Middleton’s humorous response to the fan’s shout, therefore making it among the most touching and viral highlights of Wimbledon 2025. Her warmth, grace, and resilience left a lasting impression on fans, further solidifying her role as a beloved royal figure who continues to inspire through moments both grand and spontaneous.The lighthearted moment reminded many of Princess Diana’s charm, sparking comparisons online. Kate’s reaction not only humanised the ceremony but uplifted spirits during an emotionally significant appearance after her health battle.