During the start of the Wimbledon tournament, Kate Middleton and Roger Federer starred in a moment that has caused a stir on social networks. In a fitting tribute to Federer for his outstanding tennis career and retirement, Middleton, a close friend of the tennis player for years, broke royal protocol by passionately kissing him.
Although the friendship between the princess and the tennis player has been the cause of attention in recent days, her presence in the royal box at Wimbledon has generated even more comments. Despite the established royal protocols, they were seen exchanging greetings, smiles and showing great closeness.
Federer’s wife Mirka Federer was also present at the event but was caught on cameras with an upset face. Some Internet users have pointed to Middleton as the cause of her discomfort, recalling a previous kiss between the two.
In 2017, during Federer’s build-up to win his record eighth Wimbledon men’s title against Marin Cilic, Kate Middleton cheered him on effusively. After her well-deserved triumph, the princess and Prince William congratulated the champion, at which point Middleton forgot the royal guidelines by giving him three kisses on the cheek.
The official Wimbledon account highlighted this great moment of joy and emotion between royalty and the athlete. However, the recent complicity between Middleton and Federer during the tribute has once again brought to mind that event, generating outrage among many viewers over the princess’s attitude, especially taking into account the presence of the tennis player’s wife.
It is estimated that Middleton decided to congratulate him in this way because Federer is originally from Switzerland, where it is customary to greet friends with three kisses on the cheeks. For his part, Prince William chose to shake Federer’s hand as a sign of admiration and respect.
2023-07-06 00:42:09
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