British Wimbledon semi-finalist Arthur Fery has extended an invitation to Prince George and Princess Charlotte to play tennis with him, following their meeting at the men's singles final on July 12, 2026. The royal family received a warm welcome as they entered the royal box at the All England Club, where Fery celebrated his birthday and impressive run in the tournament.
Arthur Fery's Invitation to the Royals
After being congratulated by Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales on his semi-final performance, Fery expressed his desire to play tennis with the young royals. He mentioned, "I know the whole family are all tennis fans, so I told her if her kids ever wanted to hit, I'm free." This friendly gesture highlights Fery's connection to the royal family, especially given their shared interest in tennis.
Fery, who turned 24 on the same day, received a birthday card from the royals and appreciated Catherine's presence at the event. He stated, "It was good to meet her finally. She wished me good luck for the rest of the year and congratulated me for these two weeks." The young athlete remains hopeful about the possibility of a future tennis match with Prince George and Princess Charlotte, saying, "Let's see if I get the call up."
Wimbledon Finals and Royal Attendance
The men's singles final featured a thrilling match between Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev, with Sinner emerging victorious for the second consecutive year. The royal family's presence included not only the Prince and Princess of Wales but also other members such as Lord Frederick Windsor and his wife Sophie Winkleman. The atmosphere was electric as the crowd stood to applaud the royal family upon their arrival.
