A viral TikTok video from the 2012 London Olympics reveals a touching moment between Prince William and Kate Middleton.
In the clip, viewed over 1.3 million times, William is seen sweeping his wife off her feet in a tender embrace as they celebrate Great Britain’s cycling team winning gold.
The touching scene has surprised many Internet users.
Kate and Prince William at the 2012 London Olympics
The video captures William and Kate, then newlyweds, attending the Men’s Team Sprint Track cycling final on August 2nd, 2012.
As the British team crosses the finish line in record time, William jumps to his feet in elation.
Wrapping his arms around Kate’s waist, he pulls her in for an emotional hug.
The spontaneous moment reflects the national mood of Olympic pride and excitement across Britain that summer.
Kate laughs in surprise but warmly returns William’s embrace. For a few seconds, the pressures of royal decorum slip away as husband and wife simply revel in their country’s achievement.
While the couple may not have expected their Olympic celebration to go viral, the TikTok video has charmed viewers.
Comments praise William and Kate as “beautiful” and a “lovely couple.”
One user commented; “They are so cute. William is the best husband for her. They love each other.” Another said; “Beautiful future Queen and King.”
After 11 years of marriage, this rediscovered clip provides further testament to their bond.
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Beyond this heartfelt scene, the royal family showed staunch support for Team GB throughout the hugely successful 2012 Olympics.
TikTok’s viral video was posted by theroyalwatcher2 and so far has 38 thousand ‘likes’ and hundreds of comments.
In reliving this viral moment from a unifying national event, the public is offered a touching window into William and Kate’s relationship.
The spontaneous embrace sparked by the Olympic victory reveals an authentic and affectionate young couple for whom royalty takes a backseat to love.