Prince William's Warm Tribute to Leigh Halfpenny After Star Announces Wales Exit

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Prince William's Warm Tribute to Leigh Halfpenny After Star Announces Wales Exit

Royals (2 / 1) 07.05.2026 19:06 / Julia


Retirement timeline

Halfpenny had announced his international retirement in October 2023 and recently confirmed he will finish his time with Wales at the close of the current season — a milestone prompting widespread recognition from the rugby community and royal supporters.

Family ties to the game

William has been patron of the Welsh Rugby Union since 2016 and was in the stands for Wales’ Six Nations fixtures this year, cheering from Principality Stadium. His wife Kate is patron of England’s Rugby Football Union, and their children — Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis — have also shown enthusiasm for rugby at home.