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Topics: Kate Middleton, Prince George, Prince William, Princess Charlotte, Wimbledon, Weather
Lucy Devine
Topics: Kate Middleton, Prince George, Prince William, Princess Charlotte, Wimbledon, Weather
Royal fans have been commenting on an unearthed video of Prince George at Wimbledon, with many expressing how sad they feel over a short comment he made on the way into the tournament.
While the video is from 2022 - when George made his first Wimbledon appearance - people have been revisiting the clip in light of this year's Wimbledon Men's Singles Final, which took place over the weekend.
On Sunday (July 13), the Prince and Princess of Wales attended the match with their two eldest children, Prince George, 11 and Princess Charlotte, 10.
Their youngest son, Prince Louis, did not attend, however, at the age of seven, Louis is still younger than both George and Charlotte were when they made their debut appearance at Wimbledon, aged eight.
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With a heatwave over the weekend, many people commented on George having to wear formal attire for the event.
The 11-year-old could be seen in a suit, complete with and jacket.
Now, it seems to always be the case that the temperatures are sweltering during the Wimbledon tournament.
And back in 2022, fans were left saddened over a video of Prince George arriving at his first Wimbledon and telling his parents he was 'too hot'.
In the clip, he says: "It's too hot."
William tries to comfort his son, and Kate adds: "You just have to feel for the people sitting in the bright sunshine."
But people were sad for the prince nonetheless, with one writing on social media: "Maybe let the kid wear summer clothes in the hot sun. The public don't expect to see a child in a suit at Wimbledon."
While another said: "Why does he always have to be dressed up in a hot suit?"
And a third added: "Poor lad shirt and tie is a bit much for hot weather."
However, another added: "For anyone wondering, you have to wear suits in the royal box at Wimbledon. They couldn’t do anything about it."
While a second said: "A smart polo shirt with trousers would be ideal. Still smart without him perishing!"
The Royal Box dress code outlines that men are expected to wear a jacket and tie or a full suit, while women have to follow a 'smart attire' dress-code.
"Ladies are asked not to wear hats, as they tend to obscure the vision of those seated behind them," the official website adds.
Tyla has previously contacted Buckingham Palace for comment.