Princess Anne stepped out in London after the King’s summer heatwave jaunt for an engagement that celebrated the power of coaching.
The Princess Royal, 75, visited the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park to attend the UK Coaching Conference, where she joined leading figures from across the sports and coaching sector to discuss the future of coaching in the UK.
Dressed for the rising temperatures, Anne opted for a lightweight blue dress as patron of UK Coaching since 1993, the princess has spent more than three decades championing the role coaches play in helping people achieve their potential both on and off the pitch.
During the visit, she participated in a workshop with delegates before giving the conference’s closing speech to more than 150 industry leaders.
The event focused on the opportunities and challenges facing modern coaching, including creating safer and more inclusive environments where both coaches and participants can thrive.
Mark Gannon, chief executive of UK Coaching, praised the princess’s long-standing commitment to the organization and described her as a passionate advocate for coaches and the transformative impact they have on society.
He noted that her support over the years has been invaluable to the coaching community and highlighted the significance of her presence at the flagship conference.
A former Olympian herself, having competed for Great Britain in equestrian sports at the 1976 Montreal Olympics, the Princess has long understood the dedication, resilience and guidance required to succeed at the highest level.
