Arthur Fery invites Prince George and Princess Charlotte to play tennis
British tennis player Arthur Fery has invited Prince George and Princess Charlotte to play tennis after meeting the royal family at Wimbledon. Fery, who reached the semi-finals, is set to become the new British number one.
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Share Save Add as preferred on Google Ruth Comerford PA The Princess of Wales meeting semi-finalist Arthur Fery at Wimbledon British Wimbledon semi-finalist Arthur Fery has invited Prince George and Princess Charlotte to play tennis with him, after meeting the royals at the men's single's final.
The Prince and Princess of Wales, along with Charlotte and George, arrived at the All England Club shortly after 15:00 BST on Sunday, receiving a standing ovation as they entered the royal box.
Fery, who turned 24 on Sunday, said: "I know the whole family are all tennis fans, so I told her if her kids ever wanted to hit, I'm free."
Prince William and Catherine congratulated the tennis player on his run to the semi-finals and wished him a happy birthday.
Fery also received a birthday card from the Prince and Princess of Wales.
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