Prince George Pulls Adorable Grumpy Face in a Suit at Wimbledon While Sitting Next to Dad
Royal fans were treated to a charming — and very relatable — moment at Wimbledon this weekend when young Prince George was spotted looking less than thrilled about one particular part of his royal duties: wearing a suit in the summer heat.
The 11-year-old prince attended the prestigious tennis tournament alongside his father, Prince William, taking a prime seat in the Royal Box to watch the men’s final. But while the match was intense on court, all eyes were briefly on George’s grumpy little expression as cameras captured him fidgeting and frowning in his formal navy blazer and tie.
Dressed to impress in a classic suit, the young royal looked every inch the future king — but also every inch a child who would much rather be in shorts and sneakers. The images of him shifting in his seat, tugging slightly at his collar, and making dramatic “I’m-too-hot-for-this” faces quickly made the rounds online.
“Prince George giving major ‘do I really have to wear this?’ energy today. We’ve all been there,” one social media user joked.
Despite his discomfort, George maintained his composure throughout most of the match and was even seen chatting politely with his father, who appeared amused by his son’s reactions. Prince William, ever the doting dad, gave George an encouraging smile and leaned over several times to explain parts of the game, showing their close bond.
It’s not the first time George has captured public affection with his unfiltered facial expressions. Whether it’s standing on the Buckingham Palace balcony during Trooping the Colour or attending royal engagements, George has earned a reputation for being endearingly expressive — something that makes him all the more relatable to the public.
Royal commentators noted that this appearance at Wimbledon marked another step in George’s gradual introduction to public life. Though he’s still very young, the royal family is gently easing him into the spotlight, pairing fun experiences with the reality of royal protocol — like suits and public appearances, even on hot summer days.
At the end of the day, Prince George’s grumpy-but-cute expression reminded the world that beneath the titles and tradition, he’s just a boy who wants to be comfortable — and who maybe, just maybe, would have preferred watching the tennis in a t-shirt like most kids his age.