Wimbledon Royal Review: Why Was Alexander Zverev Left Out of Princess Catherine's Tribute?

Wimbledon Royal Review: Why Was Alexander Zverev Left Out of Princess Catherine's Tribute?

Wei Jie Tan
Wei Jie Tan
Published: Jul 14, 2026

The Princess of Wales celebrated a remarkable fortnight at Wimbledon and highlighted moments with the tournament's finalists but not Alexander Zverev

A Royal Recap, But One Star Missing

Princess Catherine, a dedicated patron of the All England Club, took to Instagram to share her reflections on a truly 'remarkable' Wimbledon fortnight. Her post, a vibrant collage of memories, showcased the jubilant faces of champions Jannik Sinner and Linda Noskova, alongside women's runner-up Karolina Muchova. Yet, keen-eyed fans and commentators alike noticed a significant omission: men's finalist Alexander Zverev was nowhere to be seen among the celebratory images.

This unexpected absence from the royal's official social media tribute has sparked widespread discussion. Despite his pivotal role in one of the most thrilling men's finals in recent memory, Zverev's image was left out, creating a stark contrast to the inclusion of other key figures.

Zverev's Royal Admiration Ignored?

This oversight feels particularly poignant given Alexander Zverev's own public admiration for the royal presence. Following his thrilling final against Jannik Sinner, the German star eloquently spoke about the unique honour of performing on Centre Court. He specifically acknowledged the Royal Box and its distinguished occupants, including Prince William.

Zverev described playing in front of royalty as an