Milano-Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games launched with Princess Anne’s inspiring message

Princess Anne, King Charles III’s younger sister and the late Queen’s only daughter, released an encouraging video message to teams participating in the Milano-Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games.

The Britain’s much-loved royal, who’s also known as a former Olympic equestrian, graced a reception at the British Consulate General ahead of the Winter Olympics opening ceremony, in Milan, Italy, on February 5, 2026.

On Friday, the Princess Royal wished athletes good luck and congratulated them on their achievements.

The late Queen’s beloved child’s message was shared on the royal family’s official Instgram page, saying: “As your competitions begin, know that you will have the support of the nation. On behalf of us all, I wish you the very best of luck.”

Anne was the first member of the royal family to have competed in the Olympic Games when she rode Queen Elizabeth II’s horse, Goodwill, in the equestrian three-day event at the 1976 Montreal Olympic Games.

Since then the most heardworking royal has had a long association with the Olympic Games as President of the British Olympic Association and a Member of the International Olympic Committee.”