Zara Tindall and her brother’s ex-wife, Autumn Phillips, were seen together today at the ISPS Hannah Mike Tindall Celebrity Golf Day hosted at the Belfry Golf Club in Sutton Coldfield.
The duo, aged 41 and 45 respectively, donned their golf attire to support fundraising efforts for Cure Parkinson’s Disease and the Matt Hampson Foundation, which aids young individuals who have suffered serious sports-related injuries.
In a social media post, Zara referred to Autumn and herself as the “real MVP’s” of the event.
Zara, a keen advocate for sports, has previously expressed her desire for her children, Mia, Lena, and Lucas, to engage in a particular sport, which interestingly is neither rugby nor horse riding.
During a recent appearance on the IMG Golf’s Opinion Matters podcast, Zara disclosed that all three of her children are adept at swinging a golf club, a sport that has historical significance within the royal family.
Golf has long been a sport of interest within the royal family, with connections leading to the establishment of numerous charitable organizations.
Dating back to the 18th century, William IV bestowed royal recognition upon the Royal Perth Golfing Society in Scotland, an organization that remains active to this day.
Additionally, William IV played a pivotal role in elevating the Society of St Andrew’s Golfers to the prestigious Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrew’s.
Zara’s daughter, Mia Tindall, has shown a keen interest in golf, a passion that Zara openly supports.
Zara advocates for the inclusion of female members in the professional golf community, a sentiment echoed by R&A chief executive Peter Dawson.
The Royal Golf Club, a renowned institution in the sport, is set to deliberate on the admission of women for the first time in its lengthy history, a decision that is anticipated to garner widespread support among members.
As discussions surrounding the inclusion of female members unfold, it is worth noting that 64 clubs worldwide hold British Royal status.
Notable among these are the Royal Montreal in Canada and the Royal Melbourne in Australia, esteemed venues that have hosted prestigious golf events.
Recent additions to this esteemed list include the Mariinsky Leys in the Czech Republic and the Royal Mayfair in Edmonton, Canada, both frequented by members of the British monarchy.
Looking ahead, there is speculation about the younger generation of the Royal Family embracing the sport of golf.
Prince William is considered a potential enthusiast, while the prospect of his wife, Kate Middleton, taking up golf raises intriguing possibilities.
With her familial ties to St Andrews, the notion of Kate becoming the R&A’s first lady captain presents an exciting narrative for the sport.
However, readers are advised not to anticipate this scenario unfolding in the immediate future.