Kate Middleton was 'mortified' when her father Michael Middleton made an awkward mistake at Wimbledon a few years ago that the Duchess found embarrassing.
- Kate Middleton and the Middleton family have been fans of Wimbledon for many years.
- Although the Duchess of Cambridge has been seen at Wimbledon on many occasions with her father, it has been revealed that he has made a faux pas in the past.
- In other royal news, Kate Middleton admits she 'absolutely' feels guilty when her children make this heartbreaking request.
The Duchess of Cambridge's family adores tennis and the Middletons are often pictured with members of the extended royal family at Wimbledon, the famous London tennis tournament.
On a few occasions, the Duchess has bought her father, Michael Middleton, to Wimbledon, who is an avid sports fan. However, her father's attendance at the recent hasn't always been smooth sailing.
The Duchess of Cambridge revealed in a 2017 documentary titled, Sue Barker: Our Wimbledon, that her father once embarrassed her with his causal comment to a famous tennis player. Reportedly Michael very casually called Tim Henman 'Pete' after he confused the tennis player with Pete Sampras who he had just watched play.
"My father is not going to appreciate this, but we were walking past Tim Henman and we had just seen Sampras play," said Catherine in the documentary, "my dad said very coolly, 'Hi Pete',” she said. "I was mortified!"
Not only did the father of the future Queen accidentally mix up the tennis players but he also casually addressed him before they had even been introduced, quite a hilarious royal faux pas!
Wimbledon is set to continue this week and will conclude on Sunday, July 10, 2022. Although members of the Royal Family have not yet been spotted at the London sporting event, it is thought that many royals will be attending matches in the coming weeks and watching from the Wimbledon Royal Box.
Although royal fans are excited to see any royals at this event, there is specific excitement about a potential appearance from the Duchess of Cambridge. Many fans adore Kate Middleton's best Wimbledon looks and can't wait to see what Catherine will wear this year to the high-class sporting event.
-
Kate Middleton and Duchess Sophie prove that buying items you love in multiple colours can really pay offThey've shown that having your favourite pieces in several shades can be so handy if they're true to your signature style
-
Remember Kate Middleton's baby pink McQueen suit? I've found a dreamy Mango lookalikeThe Princess of Wales's pastel pink suit was a show-stopping spring outfit and I've found something very similar at Mango
-
Kate Middleton addresses family move and why she and Prince William swapped London for WindsorThe Princess of Wales has explained why she and Prince William moved to Berkshire in 2022 and it makes complete sense
-
We never thought we’d love jewel tones in spring but Kate Middleton’s green St Patrick’s day outfit makes it look so elegantThe Princess of Wales stepped out on St Patrick's Day wearing a gorgeous bottle green coat and matching accessories
-
What wedges does Kate Middleton wear? Where to buy her summer shoe staplesKate Middleton's wedges are an elegant option for the summer months and there are certain designs she's had in her collection for years
-
What Missoma earrings does Kate Middleton have? The two affordable go-tos the Princess of Wales wears on repeatThe Princess of Wales has an extensive royal jewellery collection but her affordable Missoma pieces are some of her most-worn
-
Kate Middleton's pancake confession is one of the most relatable royal food revelations we've heardThe Princess of Wales once put her pancake flipping skills to the test at engagement and made a candid admission
-
Kate Middleton's pink gingham blouse was the chicest baking outfit ever - now it's back for spring we're picking it upThe Princess of Wales' Brora gingham blouse sold out when she wore it back in 2022 but we've noticed it's back right now
