Overview
- The stadium big screen cut to the Princess Royal during an injury break on Feb. 7, prompting loud cheers at the Olympic Stadium.
- She initially looked puzzled until a seatmate alerted her, then laughed and offered a modest smile as the applause continued.
- Italy beat Scotland 18–15 in the Round 1 Guinness Six Nations fixture she attended.
- Footage shared on X and Instagram drew praise for her understated response, with fans lauding her humility.
- Anne has been in Italy since Feb. 2 for an IOC session and the Winter Olympics opening, reflecting her roles on the IOC and as president of the British Olympic Association.