Duchess of Cambridge becomes new RFL patron

[josie andrews]

KENSINGTON Palace have announced this morning that The Duchess of Cambridge has become the new Patron of the Rugby Football League.

The RFL have said that the new patronage, which has been given to The Duchess by Her Majesty The Queen, closely aligns with Her Royal Highness’ longstanding passion for sport and the lifelong benefits it can provide, both within communities and on an individual level.

RFL chairman Simon Johnson tweeted: "We are honoured, proud and excited that @KensingtonRoyal has announced that HRH The Duchess of Cambridge is the new Patron of @TheRFL

In the year of the #RLWC2021, this immense honour comes at the start of our season. It supports our commitment to bring together communities."

RFL chief executive Ralph Rimmer added: "We are truly honoured by the appointment of the Duchess of Cambridge as the Rugby Football League's Royal Patron.

"We are delighted to welcome her as we prepare to host Men's, Women's, Wheelchair and Physical Disability World Cups in England this autumn.

"Our sport's history has been built on a commitment to tackling inequalities and we honour that through our focus on having a positive social impact well beyond the pitch.

"We look forward to working with the Duchess in the years to come, and I know all levels of our sport will welcome her to the rugby league family."

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