Princess Anne and Prince Albert of Monaco, both former Olympians, are in Italy ahead of the opening ceremony for the 2026 Winter Olympics.

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From Princess Anne to Queen Maxima, here’s who we’ve spotted so far in Milan and Cortina. The Olympic Games often draws A-listers from all over the world, supporting their countries and favorite athletes or checking out some of the most high-profile events.

Princess Anne and Monaco’s Prince Albert were seen at an IOC session in Milan as royals and foreign dignitaries begin arriving in Italy ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Princess Anne has sent a message of support to all Team GB athletes taking part in this year’s Winter Olympics ahead of the opening ceremony on Friday. This year’s Winter Olympics games take place in northern Italy,

Milan is hosting royalty, heads of state, and international stars during the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. Here the royals who who are expected to attend.

Princess Anne has been a constant presence at various sporting events in Italy since the Olympics began. The member of the British royal family has also already presented medals.

The Princess of Wales looked straight out of the Winter Olympics in a fitted snowsuit in an unearthed photo from 2008 as she stepped out with Prince William for a skiing holiday in Klosters, Switzerland.