Princess Anne’s Hilarious Put-Down Leaves Rugby Stars Laughing
Princess Anne shared a four-word remark about James Haskell that had rugby stars in hysterics during a recent encounter. The incident took place when James Haskell, along with Alex Payne and Mike Tindall, brought their ‘shambles of a podcast’ to Windsor Castle to meet the royal family.
According to Alex Payne, a presenter who co-hosts The Good The Bad and the Rugby podcast, Princess Anne’s witty comment had the potential to improve the royal family’s reputation if it had been made public. He described the moment when Prince William jokingly asked Haskell if he was the anchor for spending most of the World Cup on a cruise ship, to which Haskell replied with a clever comeback. Princess Anne then chimed in with perfect comic timing, leaving everyone in stitches.
The trio’s royal connection comes through Mike Tindall, who is married to Zara Tindall, Princess Anne’s daughter. Despite not being a working royal, Mike has been affectionately referred to as the official “fun uncle” of the royal family and has been a regular at various family gatherings over the years.
In their new book, The Good, The Bad and The Rugby, James Haskell also shared an amusing incident involving Mike Tindall causing a minor stir by jokingly pretending to punch Prince Harry at a post-World Cup final party in 2003. Although this incident sparked some controversy, especially after being highlighted by Harry and Meghan Markle’s biographer Omid Scobie, Mike seemed unfazed by the situation.
Overall, the encounter at Windsor Castle showcased a light-hearted and humorous side of the royal family, with Princess Anne stealing the show with her witty remark. These interactions provide a refreshing insight into the more relaxed and humorous moments among the royals, demonstrating their ability to engage in playful banter with guests.
The camaraderie between the rugby stars and the royal family highlights a shared sense of humour and camaraderie, breaking down traditional barriers and showcasing a more down-to-earth side of the royals. Princess Anne’s humorous remark serves as a reminder that even the most elite and formal settings can be filled with moments of levity and laughter.