King Charles and Queen Camilla paused their Scottish break on Sunday to send a heartwarming message as the Olympic Games in Paris comes to a close.
The statement, released by Buckingham Palace, read: “My wife joins me in sending our warmest congratulations to the competitors and their support teams from Team GB and across the whole Commonwealth, for their many outstanding successes at the Olympic Games in Paris.
“Your achievements, across so many disciplines, were forged from that invaluable combination of raw talent, true grit and hard toil over many years, burnished these past weeks by sportsmanship and team spirit in the finest tradition of the Games.
“To those who missed out on the greatest prizes, you have most certainly not fallen short in the pride that you, too, have generated for your nations.”
As we thank France for hosting such a wonderful tournament and look to the Paralympics ahead, I can only say that you have all been an inspiration. Charles R.”
King Charles in a tan coat© Getty
The King sent a kind message
The message comes after the King and Queen were photographed attending church at Crathie Kirk close to Balmoral on Sunday, when they both appeared to be in good spirits.
Charles could be seen could be seen smiling as he drove the couple’s car, with Camilla waving to gathered crowds as the couple made the short journey to Crathie Kirk church near Balmoral, where the royals traditionally enjoy the Sunday service.
King Charles in his coronation robes talking to Queen Camilla© Samir Hussein
The King and Queen both wished athletes well
The couple both looked smart in dark suits, with the Queen modelling a stylish hat.
Royal Olympic connections
Princess Anne competed at the 1976 Olympics in the equestrian three-day event.
Not to be outdone, the Princess Royal’s daughter, equestrian Zara Tindall, is a former competitor, winning a silver medal at the 2012 London Olympic Games, which was presented to her by her proud mum.
