Serve, Royale, Repeat: Kate, William and A‑List Rolled into Centre Court

Key Highlights

 

The 2025 Wimbledon Men's Singles Final Royal Box was a stunning gathering of royalty, global celebrities, and sporting legends, a reflection of the tournament's status as a beacon of prestige and global popularity. Unbeknownst to all, defending champion Carlos Alcaraz was to face Italy's Jannik Sinner, so the guest list was as highly anticipated as the match.

 

Who was in the royal box?

 

Prince William and Kate Middleton, the Prince and Princess of Wales, led the royal entourage, with their children Princess Charlotte and Prince George in tow. Their coordinated summer dressing and lively reactions were the focal point of photographers and fans as they attended their first official family visit to Wimbledon this year.

 

Spain's King Felipe VI made a surprise cameo, waving in support of Spanish phenomenon Alcaraz and bringing a bit of international royalty to Centre Court. The Spanish king was spotted greeting guests warmly and chatting to other VIPs before the match began.

 

The Royal Box was also abuzz with a starry galaxy of A-listers, including Nicole Kidman, Keira Knightley (accompanied by her husband James Righton), Paul Mescal, Anna Wintour, Matthew McConaughey, John Lithgow, and Andrew Scott. Their stylish cream and white outfits were as summery as Wimbledon's.

 

They were joined by past champions and tennis legends such as Lleyton Hewitt, Stan Smith, and Andre Agassi, and also broadcasting stars such as BBC's Tim Davie.

 

Olympic gold medal winner Neeraj Chopra was one of the special guests who were welcomed by the Wimbledon team.

 

Special Moments and Traditions

 

The Princess of Wales, patron to the All England Club, was to present the Gentlemen's Singles trophy, as part of her tradition of being very involved in the sport and its champions. The return of the royal family, especially as Kate started performing public duties once again, was greeted with warm applause and extensive media coverage.

 

Royal Box for the 2025 final was a microcosm of Wimbledon's unique mix of tradition, celebrity, and sporting excellence, and a spectacle both on and off the court.

 

Sources: Hindustan Times, IndiaTimes, Financial Express