It’s ‘bittersweet’ for Harry to see Kate take over rugby patronage, says Omid Scobie

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The Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, is set to take over as the patron of England Rugby.The position was one that was held by Prince Harry before he and wife Meghan Markle exited their roles and senior royals and therefore lost a lot of the titles and patronages that came with them.

Kate, 40, is an avid sport fan and was announced as the new patron of the Rugby Football League and the Rugby Football Union this week.

The appointment was confirmed on the Cambridges' Twitter account, with the statement to say that Kate was excited about her new role.

Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter. You can sign up at the top of the page.The mum of three said she couldn't wait to work with "two fantastic organisations who are committed to harnessing the power that sport can have in bringing communities together and helping individuals flourish." The news comes shortly after it was announced Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, would be taking over as the patron of the National Theatre - a role previously held by Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex.