King Charles has issued a warm statement congratulating medal winners from the Winter Olympics, highlighting their achievements as the games conclude in Italy.
Celebrating Olympic Success
On Sunday evening, King Charles shared his congratulations via official royal social media channels. “As the Winter Games come to a close, my wife and I send our most heartfelt congratulations to all the Olympic medal winners from Team GB, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, on your remarkable successes,” he stated.
He praised the athletes’ performances: “Whether on the ice or amid Italy’s glorious snowscapes, you have demonstrated not only exceptional skill, but also the grace and camaraderie that embody the Olympic spirit at its finest.”
The King also encouraged non-medalists from across the Commonwealth: “To those who did not reach the podium, please know that you, too, can return home with proud hearts and heads held high. Every performance, often in the face of great personal risk, was a testament to your courage, commitment and awesome athleticism, all of it made possible with the tireless work of your support teams on the ground and back home.”
King Charles thanked Italy for hosting and looked ahead: “As we express gratitude to the people of Italy for hosting such a magnificent celebration, and turn our attention to the Winter Paralympics to come, your collective achievements have dazzled and inspired audiences across the globe—among them, we hope, the Olympian stars of the future.”
Context of Prince Andrew’s Arrest
This message follows King Charles’s recent comments on the arrest of his brother, Prince Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, on suspicion of misconduct in public office. The monarch expressed deep concern: “I have learned with the deepest concern the news about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and suspicion of misconduct in public office. What now follows is the full, fair and proper process by which this issue is investigated in the appropriate manner and by the appropriate authorities. In this, as I have said before, they have our full and wholehearted support and co-operation.”
He emphasized: “Let me state clearly: the law must take its course. As this process continues, it would not be right for me to comment further on this matter. Meanwhile, my family and I will continue in our duty and service to you all.”
Reports indicate that neither the King nor Buckingham Palace received prior notification of the arrest. King Charles has previously affirmed his readiness to support any police investigation into the matter, underscoring his profound concern over emerging allegations regarding Prince Andrew’s conduct.
