Kate Middleton and Prince William's Wimbledon appearance with Prince George sparks backlash
Topics: Prince George, Kate Middleton, Prince William, Royal Family, Wimbledon
Rhianna Benson
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Topics: Prince George, Kate Middleton, Prince William, Royal Family, Wimbledon
The Prince and Princess of Wales' appearance at Wimbledon yesterday sparked backlash after observers spotted a controversial aspect of their eldest son, Prince George's attire.
The 12-year-old joined his parents and little sister, Princess Charlotte, in the Royal Box on Sunday (12 Jul) evening to witness Italy's Jannik Sinner's impressive three-set victory over German player Alexander Zverev in the Men's Singles Final.
But not every sports fan was thrilled to see the youngster sitting Centre Court, especially given his outfit.
George had worn a crisp, pale blue shirt, paired with a heavy navy blazer and a matching striped tie - a look that some have slammed as too restrictive given the soaring temperatures across London yesterday.
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On the final day of the grand slam, temperatures reached a staggering 29C, but while Kate and Charlotte were able to use small sun hats to keep cool, George appeared uncomfortably hot in the direct sunlight.
"Imagine not letting your child wear a T-shirt in this weather," one X user hit out after noticing. "Or at least a short-sleeved shirt with no jacket and tie.
"Seems ridiculous in this day and age."
Another wrote: "Dressed him up like a ventriloquist's doll."
"Prince George looks hot in that full suit at Wimbledon," a third continued. "I respect that the English are formal and keep tradition, but feel bad for the kid lol.
"Could they not have let him wear a polo shirt or something?"
A fourth also asked: "Why did the poor little fella have to wear a jacket and tie?"
A number of spectators rushed to defend Kate and William, however, pointing out that George had simply been abiding by the strict rules that come with sitting inside the royal box.
Wimbledon's official website states on this: "Protocol - dress is smart, suits/jacket and tie, etc. Ladies are asked not to wear hats, as they tend to obscure the vision of those seated behind them."
Emphasising these regulations, one social media user penned: "Get with the programme. It's Wimbledon. It's the men's final. It's the royal box. There is a strict dress code."
Another added: "Imagine raising the future King of England to respect the rules of the royal box at Wimbledon and to understand his future role."
A third continued: "There is a dress code in the Royal box at Wimbledon! And he’s the future king!!!"