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Prince William and Kate Curl for Community Support

1/20/2026

Summary

Story summary

Prince William, the Prince of Wales, and Catherine, Princess of Wales, visited the National Curling Academy in Stirling on January 20, 2026, curling with Team GB and Paralympic GB ahead of the Winter Games in Italy.
In a friendly competition, Catherine defeated William.
Bruce Mouat, skip of the men’s curling team, expressed gratitude for their support.
The couple visited Radical Weavers and engaged with local residents to emphasize community engagement.

History

Historical Context

The first Winter Olympics occurred in 1924 in Chamonix, France, marking a significant milestone for winter sports, including curling, which gained traction in Scotland. The British Olympic Association, founded in 1905, has actively promoted these sports. Prince William and Catherine's recent visit to the National Curling Academy in Stirling underscores the royal family's enduring support for British athletics ahead of the 2026 Winter Games in Italy.

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Story summary

Prince William, the Prince of Wales, and Catherine, Princess of Wales, visited the National Curling Academy in Stirling on January 20, 2026, curling with Team GB and Paralympic GB ahead of the Winter Games in Italy.
In a friendly competition, Catherine defeated William.
Bruce Mouat, skip of the men’s curling team, expressed gratitude for their support.
The couple visited Radical Weavers and engaged with local residents to emphasize community engagement.

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