Her Royal Highness Catherine, the Princess of Wales, formerly known as Kate Middleton, and her husband Prince William, are paying tribute to Britain’s finest athletes.

The royal duo has released a heartfelt video message congratulating the athletes who participated in the 2024 Paris Olympics, which will come to a close with a grand finale on Sunday, August 11.

Notably, Prince William, 42, sports a rugged, unshaven look, complete with a beard, in the video.

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In a statement on social media, the couple expressed their admiration for the athletes, saying, “Huge congratulations to @teamgb on an incredible journey!”

“Each athlete demonstrated unwavering dedication, heart, and passion. You have made us all incredibly proud! We look forward to celebrating every triumph at @paris2024 and anticipating more excitement from @paralympicsgb_official later this summer .”

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