The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh got into the Team GB spirit cheer on wheelchair fencer Oliver Lam Watson at the Paralympics in Paris today – but Prince Edward didn’t see quite as much of the action as his wife.

Sophie enthusiastically cheered on the British athlete while enjoying the event with her seat neighbours – however Prince Edward, 60, struggled to see past a tall spectator who was sitting in front of him. 

The 59-year-old Duchess was seen in the stands chatting and cheering with British Ambassador to France, Mena Rawlings and Chief Executive of Paralympics GB, David Clarke. 

However, in several photos of the royal couple, Edward appeared to be craning his neck around the gentleman in front of him in an attempt to see what was happening.

At one point, the Duke even whipped out a pair of binoculars to get a better view of what was going on in the stadium. 

The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh cheered on Team GB wheelchair fencer Oliver Lam Watson at the Paralympics in Paris today

Sophie cheered and chatted with British Ambassador to France, Mena Rawlings and Chief Executive of Paralympics GB David Clarke while Edward struggled to see past a tall man 

Edward wasn’t able to join in on the socialising as he appeared distracted and was craning his neck to see the fencing action past the French fan 

At one point, the Duke even whipped out a pair of binoculars to get a better view of what was going on in the stadium

However, the sports fan didn’t seem too bothered by the obstructed view and appeared happy to be there to support Lam-Watson.

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The fencer was sadly defeated by just a point in the third round by Hungarian Richard Hun Osvath. 

During the event, Sophie, Rawlings and Clarke laughed and smiled as they held up a large Union Jack flag to encourage Lam Watson. 

The trio also appeared in deep conversation as the Duke kept his attention on the game albeit with a slightly restricted view. 

Sophie looked chic in a simple navy blazer button-up over a floral dress which she accessorised with gold jewellery.

Her blonde hair was left out and tucked behind her ears while she opted for minimal makeup. 

The royal couple have garnered a reputation as Team GB’s biggest fans as they attended a several events at the Summer Olympics games. 

However, he didn’t seem too bothered and appeared happy to be there to support Lam-Watson 

During the event Sophie, Rawlings and Clarke laughed and smiled as they held up a large Union Jack flag to encourage Lam Watson

The trio also appeared in deep conversation as the Duke kept his attention on the game albeit with a slightly restricted view 

Back in August, the Duchess of Edinburgh attended a women’s cycling event without her husband. 

She appeared in high spirits as she celebrated Team GB’s women’s cycling sprint world record.

Sophie put on an animated display as she cheered from the stands after the British team claimed gold on day ten of the Paris Olympic Games at the Bercy Arena on Monday. 

Emma Finucane, Sophie Capewell and Katy Marchant set a new world record of 45.186 in defeating New Zealand’s Rebecca Petch, Shaane Fulton and Ellesse Andrews, a full 0.296 seconds quicker than China’s record that stood before the day. 

The royal looked summary in a purple floral gown which featured a long pleated skirt and ruffled sleeves as she encouraged the team from the sidelines. 

The royal couple have garnered a reputation as Team GB’s biggest fans as they attended a number of events at the Summer Olympics games

Back in August, the Duchess of Edinburgh attended a women’s cycling event without her husband

She appeared in high spirits as she celebrated Team GB’s women’s cycling sprint world record

She styled her blonde tresses back, keeping the make-up natural and dewy for the event – and was tellingly wearing a burgundy and gold beaded bracelet on her wrist.

Princess Charlotte, Prince George and even King Charles have all been spotted wearing the trinkets over the past few months, and Sophie seems to be the latest member of the royal family to join in the trend.

Charles, 75, was spotted wearing what appeared to be a ‘friendship bracelet’ made up of yellow and red thread during a visit to the Channel Islands with Queen Camilla last month.

It seemed to be similar to one sported by His Majesty’s granddaughter, Princess Charlotte, nine, when she attended the Wimbledon final just weeks earlier with her mother, the Princess of Wales.

Dressed in a navy polka dot frock, Charlotte wore two of the threaded bracelets, one featuring various shades of pink and another boasting green, blue and pink fabric.

The royal looked summary in a purple floral gown which featured a long pleated skirt and ruffled sleeves as she encouraged the team from the sidelines

Sophie was tellingly wearing a burgundy and gold beaded bracelet on her wrist

It seemed to be similar to one sported by His Majesty’s granddaughter, Princess Charlotte , nine, when she attended the Wimbledon final just weeks earlier

Many royal fans were quick to speculate that Charles’s own bracelet was a gift from his granddaughter.

The King was also pictured wearing the bracelet in Jersey with Queen Camilla, as well as during his visit to the Senedd in Cardiff to mark its 25th anniversary on July 11.

Sophie returned to London the next day to join her husband at Wembley Park Theatre for a charity event.

The Duchess and Prince Edward enjoyed for a special performance of ‘Starlight Express’ in support of The Orpheus Centre.

It is a disability charity and college in Surrey for young disabled adults to learn and develop through the arts, of which Prince Edward is a patron.

The mother-of-two looked radiant as she stepped out in a £280 silk gold ‘Gelato Dress’ from Spanish brand Matelier which featured a brown swirled pattern. 

The Duchess oozed elegance in the floaty maxi dress, which showed off her slender figure. 

Sophie returned to London the next day to join her husband at Wembley Park Theatre for a special performance of ‘Starlight Express’ in support of The Orpheus Centre

The mother-of-two looked radiant as she stepped out in a £280 silk gold ‘Gelato Dress’ from Spanish brand Matelier which featured a brown swirled pattern 

Pictured L-R: Prince Edward, Duchess of Edinburgh, Richard Stilgoe, Rachel Black, The Orpheus Centre Events Fundraiser and Megan Robson and Theatre Manager for the Troubadour Wembley Park

The couple were pictured chatting away with people who work for the charity, of which Edward is a patron 

She paired this with a simple £110 ‘Vintage Peacock’ black coin purse from the same brand and a pair of £167 small earrings from Giulia Barela.

For footwear, Sophie sported her £575 ‘champagne’ wedge sandals from Jimmy Choo, which she has owned since 2022. 

She pinned her golden locks back into a stylish low bun to show off the full extent of her chic ensemble and opted for glowy, natural makeup. 

Her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, looked dapper in a black blazer with gold button detailing, grey suit trousers, a crisp white shirt, polished shoes and a navy patterned tie. 

The beaming couple looked in high spirits as they posed next to each other for the cameras at the event. 

The royal duo were joined by Sir Richard Stilgoe, CEO of The Orpheus Centre and a songwriter and lyricist who has collaborated with Andrew Lloyd Webber and Peter Skellern.