Prince William has revealed he endured “non-stop grief” after watching Wales lose to England in the Six Nations rugby match on Saturday. The Prince and Princess of Wales attended the game at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium, where England triumphed 20-10.
William, as patron of the Welsh Rugby Union, supported the home side, while Kate, patron of the Rugby Football Union, cheered for England. The couple had joked beforehand about rival loyalties and a “tense” journey home.
During a visit to the Brynawel Rehabilitation Centre in Pontyclun on Tuesday, William was repeatedly asked about the match. He quipped, “Not really,” when asked if he enjoyed it, and later told volunteers, “I’ve had non-stop grief about it all weekend.”
During the visit, Kate joined gardener Vanessa Townsend to plant sweet William seeds, which will flower in two years. The royal couple announced a collaboration to create therapy allotments and a garden at Brynawel, the first of six planned across South Wales.
William and Kate also met recovery staff and trustees, and were greeted by a therapy Great Dane named Ragnar. As they left, two-year-old Cora Phillips presented Kate with a bouquet of daffodils, much to her mother’s surprise.
