Royals Who Are Attending 2012 London Olympics


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Lovely pictures of Louise and James. How cute, with those sunglasses.!
It´s a shame that William and Harry are indifferent to other royals. But I have noticed they never attended wedings or christenings with the exception of William at Constantine´s (he was the godfather).
It´s not a nice image since all the others royals present with no exceptions greet each other with lots of smiles.
 
They hardly know each other, I would imagine it is rather uncomfortable for all parties involved that they are supposed to pretend some sort of 'kinship'....kinda like when you have relatives that you've seen twice in your life, it's always awkward.


LaRae
 
ghost_night554 said:
That's not true Wills and Harry didn't snub the Swedish royals and this pic proves it. William is smiling at Daniel. Ok Harry's reaction is not what I expected but still

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Sorry, that picture is not a proof.
If you look closer, you will notice that Daniel is passing the man in the red T-shirt. As such William and Harry are both looking past Daniel.

Pranter said:
They hardly know each other, I would imagine it is rather uncomfortable for all parties involved that they are supposed to pretend some sort of 'kinship'....kinda like when you have relatives that you've seen twice in your life, it's always awkward.


LaRae
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You are probably right. In this particular case I believe William and Harry simply didn't recognice Daniel and Carl Phillip.
As the younger British royals, as far as I know, are not in the habit of mingling with the younger continental royals they would know, let alone recognice, only a few. Probably with the exception of the various CP-couples.

That subject has been debated before and I still think it's the BRF's loss, as the continental royals benefit a lot from knowing other and exchanging experiences from others in the same situation. - Not least those who marry into royal families benefit a lot.

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FasterB said:
According to the article he is saying: "It´s always fun to see the first participants in competiton" :flowers:
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I would be like a fish on a bicycle without you, FasterB. ;)

Fixed. :flowers:
 
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I read that Kate will cheer on heptathlete Jessica Ennis this morning and watch Team GB v Pakistan at the hockey. She will join William at the swimming later
 
Muhler said:
You are probably right. In this particular case I believe William and Harry simply didn't recognice Daniel and Carl Phillip.
As the younger British royals, as far as I know, are not in the habit of mingling with the younger continental royals they would know, let alone recognice, only a few. Probably with the exception of the various CP-couples.

That subject has been debated before and I still think it's the BRF's loss, as the continental royals benefit a lot from knowing other and exchanging experiences from others in the same situation. - Not least those who marry into royal families benefit a lot.

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I would be like a fish on a bicycle without you, FasterB. ;)

Fixed. :flowers:
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It's not really necessary anymore for the European Royals to 'know' each other...the practices of only marrying royalty has or is dying out as well.

There's no need for backup or support of each other nowdays...really royalty is pointless in this day and age, it's really just a people's love of tradition and history that keeps them supporting royal families.

Does anyone in a modern country still believe there is some sort of divine right given to them (a royal family) by God to be a King or Queen?


LaRae
 
Pranter said:
It's not really necessary anymore for the European Royals to 'know' each other...the practices of only marrying royalty has or is dying out as well.

There's no need for backup or support of each other nowdays...really royalty is pointless in this day and age, it's really just a people's love of tradition and history that keeps them supporting royal families.

Does anyone in a modern country still believe there is some sort of divine right given to them (a royal family) by God to be a King or Queen?


LaRae
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Has anyone for the past couple of centuries believed in the divine right of royalty?

No, modern royalty is a part of the national and cultural fabric of nation. Living symbols. An anchor point in times of change and a rallying point in times of crisis.
It takes time to build up such a status.

However the roles of royals, even secondary royals, are unique. They cannot be compared to celebrities let alone politicians, who are temporary.
The royal families have to and have had to adapt to changes in the societies.
That's why I sincerely believe it's beneficial for royals, also secondary royals, to mingle.
 
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because royals are chosing to marry for love for the same reason in the future royals might marry royals

Pranter said:
It's not really necessary anymore for the European Royals to 'know' each other...the practices of only marrying royalty has or is dying out as well.

There's no need for backup or support of each other nowdays...really royalty is pointless in this day and age, it's really just a people's love of tradition and history that keeps them supporting royal families.

Does anyone in a modern country still believe there is some sort of divine right given to them (a royal family) by God to be a King or Queen?


LaRae
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August 3 Programme for the Danish royals

HM The Queen:
Cycling, track, in the Velodrome, The Olympic Park, at approx. 17.15 hrs. (tentatively)

Swimming in Aquatics Centre, The Olympic Park, at approx 19.40 hrs. (tentatively)

Handball (Women), Denmark - Norway, in The Olympic Park at 21.15 hrs. (tentatively)

HRH The Crown Prince:
Cycling, track, in the Velodrome, The Olympic Park, at approx. 16.00 hrs.
Presentation of medals at the finals in track cycling (Men's Team Pursuit), Velodrome, The Olympic Park.
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It seems a lot of Royals will be at the Swimming this evening, as William, Catherine, Sophie, Edward and Queen Margrethe are due to attend. I would imagine Harry will attend, as will Beatrice and Eugenie and Willem-A and Maxima (if they are still here?)
 
Muhler said:
Has anyone for the past couple of centuries believed in the divine right of royalty?

No, modern royalty is a part of the national and cultural fabric of nation. Living symbols. An anchor point in times of change and a rallying point in times of crisis.
It takes time to build up such a status.

However the roles of royals, even secondary royals, are unique. They cannot be compared to celebrities let alone politicians, who are temporary.
The royal families have to and have had to adapt to changes in the societies.
That's why I sincerely believe it's beneficial for royals, also secondary royals, to mingle.
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I can only agree full-heartedly here.
In addition, it's not like there were a few hundred reigning European Royal Houses left to keep track of; the Swedish Princes are actually equal respectively higher in rank than the young Waleses; and in this situation, their warm greeting by the Wessexes could hardly be missed from only a few feet away.
For them to literally look in the opposite direction is hard to justify and impolite no matter how you try to explain it.
 
Boris said:
I can only agree full-heartedly here.
In addition, it's not like there were a few hundred reigning European Royal Houses left to keep track of; the Swedish Princes are actually equal respectively higher in rank than the young Waleses; and in this situation, their warm greeting by the Wessexes could hardly be missed from only a few feet away.
For them to literally look in the opposite direction is hard to justify and impolite no matter how you try to explain it.
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i agree with you, i think at least the heirs have been taught before who is who, its a basic thing between royals to recognize other royals, if not for friendship, but at least to be polite, no matter which age you have.

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Pranter[/B]]It's not really necessary anymore for the European Royals to 'know' each other...the practices of only marrying royalty has or is dying out as well.

There's no need for backup or support of each other nowdays...really royalty is pointless in this day and age, it's really just a people's love of tradition and history that keeps them supporting royal families.
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thats two diferent situations, the marrying issue doesnt have anything to do with other relantionship that royals have between them.
mostly of them are family, 2nd or 3rd cousins (thats pretty close IMO) and in my opinion royalty is a very unique status that many cant have, its a long legacy, so what i mean is that many royals identify with other royals because they know what kind of life is to be called a royal, they share the same path, hardships and commitment.

i think i would rather be fast friends with a person i strongly identify for, a person who knows how i feel.
 
kathia_sophia said:
thats two diferent situations, the marrying issue doesnt have anything to do with other relantionship that royals have between them.
mostly of them are family, 2nd or 3rd cousins (thats pretty close IMO) and in my opinion royalty is a very unique status that many cant have, its a long legacy, so what i mean is that many royals identify with other royals because they know what kind of life is to be called a royal, they share the same path, hardships and commitment.

i think i would rather be fast friends with a person i strongly identify for, a person who knows how i feel.
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It has alot to do with the relationships between royals....the fact that royalty rarely marries royalty any longer is a big part of the reason they don't have closer relationships.

They don't need each other any longer and they aren't raised in the more isolated circles of royalty nowdays.

Because they can identify or empathize with each other on having to be a royal does not mean they have a familial view towards each other. For the most part they really are strangers to each other.


LaRae
 
I don't think William and Catherine were being deliberately rude - that seems out of character to me. But part of recognition is expecting to see someone or recognition is instant because you know or have met them often. Neither of these really apply. The pic of Danial walking past is a good example. Imagine you are Catherine chatting away to your hosts or you husband and a dark haired man in glasses talking to his companion walks past. Instant recognition - I don't think so!

These 2 do not mix in royal circles outside of the BRF. They would probably recognise Fred and Mary but that's it. It's Edward and Sophie who have got to know them all really well. As for saying, they were at the wedding - well that is the only time they have met some of the royals and I doubt if the faces would have stuck in the memory banks. There was a lot going on that day.

My question is - is it all W&C's fault or should the other royal(s) have made the first move?

Or is this not really a story at all?
 
cepe said:
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My question is - is it all W&C's fault or should the other royal(s) have made the first move?

Or is this not really a story at all?
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I believe it's a non-story.
However, why should have any of the foreign royals made the first step? William and Kate (Britain) are the hosts, not them.
If the games were in Sweden, I'm pretty sure they would have made the first move and greeted all the British royals in attendance.
 
and who are mary

and who are felipe and letizia
 
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I have just never understood why on earth anyone should think that it's important or in any way beneficial for royals to spend time together. The UK and Sweden, Netherlands, Norway etc. are allies and have been for a long time. Those diplomatic relationships don't really need improving or developing as they're already strong.

The BRF clearly prefer to socialise with their own friends, as opposed to foreign royals. I fail to see what's wrong with that. Members of other royal families get invited to the big British royal events, and the Queen always sends one of her children to their royal events.

Victoria and Daniel were invited to William's wedding because it's what was expected. Had W & K had the option of inviting only those whom they're close to, it's very unlikely that they would've been there. It's hardly surprising that William doesn't recognise all the 2,000 guests that attended his wedding.
 
Did it have to be W, K & H that said hi to them? Couldn't D & CP say hi to them seeing as they were the one walking toward them and past them.

Since David Cameron was there did he say hi to them? (since GB is the host) or did Daniel and Carl Philip walk past him?
 
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kathia_sophia said:
i agree with you, i think at least the heirs have been taught before who is who, its a basic thing between royals to recognize other royals, if not for friendship, but at least to be polite, no matter which age you have.


thats two diferent situations, the marrying issue doesnt have anything to do with other relantionship that royals have between them.
mostly of them are family, 2nd or 3rd cousins (thats pretty close IMO) and in my opinion royalty is a very unique status that many cant have, its a long legacy, so what i mean is that many royals identify with other royals because they know what kind of life is to be called a royal, they share the same path, hardships and commitment.

i think i would rather be fast friends with a person i strongly identify for, a person who knows how i feel.
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ITA, fostering good relations with other royals is important. Muhler is absolutely right as well IMO. Although, I will said that since Sophie greeted them it was on her make the introductions to W, C & H. It could just have been that they dont' know each on sight.IMO what all of these royals so is a quasi-diplomatic role so the fact that there are other "diplomats" around and you don't acknowledge them is unfortunate (I put the on Daniel and Carl Phillip too but GB is the host country). I really enjoy see the other royal houses share such warm relationships and it's disappointing the the British don't seem to feel the need to have relationships with the other houses. Also, I tend to associate the British this the best of manors but I guess I should reassess that bias.

anele14 said:
and who are felipe and letizia
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They are the crown princely couple of Spain.
 
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Boris said:
...in this situation, their warm greeting by the Wessexes could hardly be missed from only a few feet away.
For them to literally look in the opposite direction is hard to justify and impolite no matter how you try to explain it.
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I have to agree with this. Especially given the fact that they are the host nation for the Games, why not go out of your way to welcome the dignitaries that are visiting? Especially if they're sitting practically next to you!?

I get why the members of the Firm are circumspect, but that looks like coldness sometimes. Not cool.

dazzling said:
AUGUST 03: Princess Ariane of the Netherlands and Willem-Alexander, Prince of Orange attend Equestrian events on Day 7 of the London 2012 Olympic Games at at Greenwich Park on August 3, 2012 in London, England.

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Ariane had the cutest little face!!
 
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anele14 said:
and who are felipe and letizia
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If you mean where are Felipe and Letizia and when they will come to the Olympics, they will attend the closing ceremony. Possibly, if the spanish teams are in finals, they will arrive a couple of days earlier. They have an official work event in Mallorca on the 8th August.
 
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EIIR said:
I have just never understood why on earth anyone should think that it's important or in any way beneficial for royals to spend time together. The UK and Sweden, Netherlands, Norway etc. are allies and have been for a long time. Those diplomatic relationships don't really need improving or developing as they're already strong.

The BRF clearly prefer to socialise with their own friends, as opposed to foreign royals. I fail to see what's wrong with that. Members of other royal families get invited to the big British royal events, and the Queen always sends one of her children to their royal events.

Victoria and Daniel were invited to William's wedding because it's what was expected. Had W & K had the option of inviting only those whom they're close to, it's very unlikely that they would've been there. It's hardly surprising that William doesn't recognise all the 2,000 guests that attended his wedding.
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I agree that we shouldn't make mountains out of molehills, but I do think it's important for royals to at least appear friendly, welcoming, and cordial with each other. If only because it's the nice thing to do.
 
This photo show William and Kate talking to Carl Philip so why is this an issue?Press Association Images

And since when are William, Kate and Harry hosting anything?
 
miche said:
This photo show William and Kate talking to Carl Philip so why is this an issue?Press Association Images

And since when are William, Kate and Harry hosting anything?
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They represent the host country, so it would be polite to learn to recognize the dignitaries and other royals that sit at the VIP-box. And aren't they Olympic ambassadors?
Maybe Carl Philip decided to say Hello so strongly that William and Kate had to react to that? William seems quite astonished.
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How many dignitatries are there? About 1,000? Do you expected them to know all these people?

I'm sorry, the person walking by you and past you should be the one to say hi.
 
LadyFinn said:
They represent the host country, so it would be polite to learn to recognize the dignitaries and other royals that sit at the VIP-box. And aren't they Olympic ambassadors?
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No, they're not Olympics ambassadors. They're ambassadors for Team GB, which is a very different thing.

How on earth would it be possible for William, Kate and Harry, to recognise every dignitary and official they come across? What do we expect them to do, sit at Kensington Palace studying up on everyone they might possibly meet?

Failing to recognise someone is not impolite. British royals are always polite and welcoming when they meet other royals, as was clear at the Queen's Jubilee lunch for foreign royals. Posters here seem to have been much more annoyed by this than Daniel or C-P were.
 
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