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Emma Shacklock

Kate Middleton was 'fearless' during daring engagement - 'she clearly knows what she’s doing'

Catherine, Princess of Wales smiles on the final day of Wimbledon 2025.

Being a senior royal would be daunting enough for most people. Yet not only has the Princess of Wales taken to her role like a graceful swan to water, she’s also not afraid to get stuck into some active engagements. From land yachting in Scotland, to abseiling in Wales and hiking in the Himalayas, she’s pretty much done it all at this point.

Now Britain’s most decorated sailing champion, Sir Ben Ainslie, has described how Kate was totally "fearless" as she undertook another challenging engagement alongside him in Plymouth in 2022. She didn’t receive "any tips" and her skills attracted some serious admiration.

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