Catherine Becomes Wimbledon Patron

Catherine at Wimbledon in 2014


THE Queen has chosen Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge to take over from her as Wimbledon patron, in the year that she turns 90. The Duchess - who has long been an avid player and tennis fan, and has attended numerous matches with Prince William over the years - will assume the role this summer, The Sunday Times reports.












Catherine at Wimbledon in 2015

The Queen is also said to be preparing to hand over another of her high-profile sporting patronages, that of the Rugby Football Union, to Prince Harry as she prepares for a year of celebration for her 90^th birthday.


The Queen

Although the Queen has attended Wimbledon on just four occasions, most recently in 2010, she has held the role of patron for 64 years. Both Catherine and Harry hold honorary roles with the respective organisations, while Prince William - who is currently president of the Football Association - is thought to be the royal most likely to assume that patronage from the Queen when she chooses to step down.