Supporting British sport: A very royal tradition
Curling, which has its roots in 16th-century Scotland, is one of the most successful winter sports for Team GB and ParalympicsGB, with the women’s team currently the reigning Olympic champions.
Dodds, who was part of the gold medal-winning side, is due to return to the line-up for Britain’s title defence after competing in the mixed doubles.
The British royal family has a well-established relationship with the Olympic Games and the broader sporting landscape.
Princess Kate is Royal Patron of several sports institutions, including The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club and Rugby Football Union, while Prince William is a Patron of the Football Association.
Additionally, William’s aunt, Princess Anne, competed in the equestrian three-day event at Montreal 1976, while her daughter Zara Tindall won a silver medal in team eventing at London 2012.