- Duchess Sophie windsurfs in throwback photos
- This was before her wedding in 1994
- She has a very sporty side
Duchess Sophie, known for her impeccable fashion sense, has the royal fandom buzzing with her unexpected sporty side! In a sensational set of unearthed throwback photos from 1994, the Duchess of Edinburgh is nearly unrecognizable, showcasing her love for adrenaline-pumping activities.
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Duchess Sophie: Splash into the past
Before she became the elegant royal we adore, Sophie Rhys-Jones was a PR pro with a penchant for water sports! Spotted in Cowes, Isle of Wight, the then-34-year-old Sophie made waves water skiing in a sleek wetsuit, her sandy blonde hair cropped short, her face fresh and free of makeup.
The Duchess didn't stop there! A second snap captures her with a young Peter Phillips, Princess Anne's son and Sophie's future nephew, as she demonstrates her windsurfing skills. "Sophie tried her hand at windsurfing," the caption reads, hinting at the royal's hidden talents.
From wet suits to wedding chic
Even back then, Sophie knew how to switch from sporty to sophisticated. She stunned at Lord Ivor Mountbatten's wedding, looking every bit the movie star in a red jacket and slinky black skirt.
Sophie has since shown her athletic prowess in various sports, from cycling with visually impaired athletes to clay pigeon shooting, hockey, golf, sailing, running in the rain, and horse-riding. Each event sees her donning the appropriate gear, whether it's lycra, ear defenders, or tweed jackets, she's always ready to impress.
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