Princess Anne stepped out in London after King’s heatwave summer outing for an engagement celebrating 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 sport and coaching industry to discuss the future of coaching in Britain.
Dressed for high temperatures, Anne opted for a light 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 realize their potential on and off the pitch.
During the visit, she participated in a workshop with delegates before delivering the conference’s closing keynote address to more than 150 industry leaders.
The event focused on the opportunities and challenges facing modern coaching, including creating safer and more inclusive environments in which coaches and participants can thrive.
Mark Gannon, CEO of UK Coaching, praised the Princess’s long-standing commitment to the organisation, describing her as a passionate advocate for coaches and the transformative impact they have on society.
He noted that his support over the years has been invaluable to the coaching community and highlighted the importance of his presence at the flagship conference.
A former Olympian herself, having competed for Great Britain in eventing at the 1976 Montreal Olympics, the Princess has long understood the dedication, resilience and guidance required to succeed at the highest level.
