Kate Middleton's hilarious reaction after awkward blunder on royal visit
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge travelled to Scotland on Thursday to attend the official naming ceremony of the HMS Glasgow, the first of a new generation of anti-submarine frigates
The Princess of Wales couldn't contain her laughter following a comical mishap during a challenge with Prince William in Scotland.
The Royal pair were in Glasgow for the official naming ceremony of HMS Glasgow, the city's first Type 26 anti-submarine frigate.
Kate, who is the ship's sponsor, initiated the celebrations by launching a bottle of exclusive whisky against the ship's hull, to the delight of the onlookers.
Post-ceremony, the couple toured the vessel, which is currently being outfitted, and engaged with BAE Systems staff, apprentices, and members of HMS Glasgow's crew at a training centre close by.
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Their visit included a friendly competition where they attempted to solve a pipe puzzle, an activity designed for secondary school STEM students, under the supervision of BAE apprentices.
Prince William humorously grumbled that he was unaware it was a race, eliciting chuckles from Kate as he quipped, "It's a race? – that's fine, then I'll race".
Despite his competitive spirit, it was Kate who triumphed in the end.
However, just as she was about to revel in her victory, a piece of her pipe structure tumbled, prompting her to catch it and erupt into giggles, reports the Mirror.
Following the event, apprentice Natalie Black, who had assisted Kate with the task, shared: "We had a little discussion about what her kids get up to and I complimented her on how well she was doing up the bolts and she said it was just like playing with the kids' toys."
Kate expressed her delight at completing a traditional ship's clinometer during her visit to HMS Glasgow, a tool that will be displayed on the bridge of the ship.
She was amazed by the magnitude of the vessel, acknowledging the many individuals involved in the construction and the cutting-edge technology aboard.
At the reception, chatting with the crew and their relatives, she exclaimed, "It's so exciting to see it all come together, all the technology is so impressive," and observed the growing global fascination by stating, "What's really interesting as well is seeing the international interest."
Whilst mingling, she confessed her novice status with naval terms, sharing with one attendee, "I'm still learning all my naval lingo. There are a lot of abbreviations that I don't fully understand. I've got a lot to learn."
Second Sea Lord Vice Admiral Sir Martin Connell praised the Royal couple for their continuous backing, alongside everyone else dedicated to the Type 26 project.
He reflected on the lineage of HMS Glasgow ships through history: "From the first ever HMS Glasgow, sailing under the Royal Navy flag at the end of the 17th century to the ship we see here in the 21st century, HMS Glasgow has evolved and adapted to meet the warfighting and operational demands of its day."
He further commended the adaptability of shipbuilders across generations: "Each metamorphosis saw shipbuilders adapting materials and designs so that crews could operate each successive HMS Glasgow on operations and in conflict and war. The result of this being 11 battle honours – HMS Glasgow's pedigree is awe-inspiring."