King Felipe VI led congratulations on Centre Court as Carlos Alcaraz claimed the Gentlemen’s Singles title at Wimbledon.

And the new champion thanked his monarch for attending. As he spoke to the crowd after his win, Carlos Alcaraz said he had played twice in front of his king and had won both times, joking that he wanted Felipe VI to attend more of his matches for that reason.

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The King of Spain was in the Royal Box for the tense final which saw the Spanish number one seed clinch his first big win at the All England Club in five sets, beating the defending champion, Novak Djokovic.

Within seconds, the Spanish Royal Household had sent congratulations via social media, saying ”playing like a number one, that’s how you become champion of Wimbledon.”

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Felipe VI joined the resounding ovation for Carlos Alcaraz as he stepped forward to receive the famous gilt trophy from the Princess of Wales. The new champion made a deep bow as he walked towards the Princess before holding the cup aloft.

The Princess had watched the match with the Prince of Wales, Prince George and Princess Charlotte who was attending Wimbledon for the first time.