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Princess Anne and her husband, Sir Timothy Laurence, made a
\nstriking appearance at the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony in
\nMilan, waving enthusiastically to Team GB and the crowd from their
\nbox at the San Siro stadium.<\/p>\n
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\nwere clearly in high spirits as they enjoyed the star-studded
\nproceedings, which included performances from Mariah Carey singing
\nVolare<\/em>, Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli, and Chinese pianist
\nLang Lang. Before the ceremony, Anne was guest of honour at a
\nreception celebrating UK excellence at the British Consulate
\nGeneral, mingling with A-list attendees including fashion designer
\nDonatella Versace.<\/p>\n
\nShe became the first member of the British royal family to compete
\nfor Team GB at the 1976 Montreal Olympics, riding her mother Queen
\nElizabeth II\u2019s horse, Goodwill, in the three-day equestrian event.
\nShe later joined the International Olympic Committee in 1988 and
\nhas maintained a strong role in promoting British sport, alongside
\nher daughter, Zara Tindall, an Olympic silver medallist in
\n2012.<\/p>\n
\nsupport for Team GB, praising their dedication and
\nachievements.<\/p>\n
\nrepresents not only your talents on the field of play but also the
\ncountless hours of practice requiring dedication and determination
\nthat have got you to this point.<\/p>\n
\nof the nation. On behalf of us all, I wish you the very best of
\nluck.\u201d<\/p>\n
\npresence. Curling silver medallist Bruce Mouat described meeting
\nthe Princess Royal and Sir Timothy as \u201cstar-studded but very down
\nto earth,\u201d while his mixed-doubles partner, Jen Dodds, recalled
\nfeeling \u201coverwhelmed\u201d by the excitement and the personal
\nencouragement from Anne.<\/p>\n
\nspread across Milan and Cortina, with Princess Anne\u2019s continued
\ninvolvement highlighting her enduring commitment to British sport,
\nOlympic excellence, and the support of Team GB.<\/p>\n