Prince William’s 13-word message ahead of returning to royal duties

Prince William has issued a brief but heartfelt message ahead of his return to full royal duties. As the summer break at Balmoral Castle winds down, the Prince of Wales took a moment to extend his well-wishes to Team GB’s Paralympic athletes, who are set to compete in Paris.

The royal family, including Prince William, Princess Kate, and their children—Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—have been enjoying their annual summer retreat at Balmoral with other members of the royal household. This family time comes just before the children head back to school next week, marking the end of their summer holiday.

In a recent video message, Prince William and Princess Kate addressed the Team GB Paralympics team, sending their support and congratulations. The video, which also features notable celebrities like Snoop Dogg and David Beckham, concludes with a message from the royal couple. Prince William’s contribution to the video was a brief but impactful 13-word remark: “Well done on all you’ve achieved, you’ve been an inspiration to us all.” His appearance in the video was notable for his rare beard, which sparked considerable online discussion.

The couple’s support for the Paralympic athletes comes as part of their ongoing enthusiasm for sports. Though they did not attend the recent Paris Olympics, William and Kate appeared in a similar congratulatory video for the Games. This gesture aligns with their known passion for athletics and their commitment to supporting British sportsmen and sportswomen.

Earlier, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge took to social media to express their good wishes for the Paralympics. They retweeted a post from Paralympics GB with a personal message, writing: “Looking forward to another few weeks of incredible sport! Wishing the very best of luck to our @ParalympicsGB athletes and all those competing at #Paris2024.” The message was signed with the initials W&C, indicating a joint sentiment from both William and Kate.

Princess Kate’s recent public appearances have been particularly poignant. In March, she announced she was undergoing treatment for cancer. She made her first public appearance since this announcement at the Trooping the Colour ceremony in June and later presented the championship trophy to Carlos Alcaraz at Wimbledon in July. A body language expert observed that during these events, Kate displayed subtle signs of her ongoing health journey, including being notably “chatty and animated” while being driven to church.

The royal couple’s support for the Paralympic athletes reflects their broader commitment to public engagements and their efforts to remain involved in significant events despite personal challenges. As they prepare to return to their official duties, their recent messages and appearances continue to underscore their dedication to both their roles and the causes they champion.