Prince William skips Paris 2024 Olympics due to wife's health concerns; promotes swimming skills and funding in Gateshead.
Prince William did not attend the Paris 2024 Olympics due to COVID-19 concerns for his wife, Kate, who was undergoing chemotherapy. During a visit to Birtley Community Pool in Gateshead, he emphasized the importance of swimming as a life skill and announced a partnership with the Royal Foundation to fund swimming lessons and lifeguard training. The pool reopened thanks to community efforts and crowdfunding, aiming to enhance local swimming accessibility.
October 03, 2024
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