Mike Tindall gives insight into royal family WhatsApp group and friendship with Kate

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Mike Tindall has shared a rare insight into the royal family as he spoke about the gentle ribbing and cheeky comments that go on in their group WhatsApp conversation.

The 43 year old former rugby player also opened up on his friendship with Kate Middleton, 40, as he joked about the "competitive" mum-of-three in his latest podcast.

The sportsman, who is married to Prince William's cousin and the Queen's eldest granddaughter Zara Tindall, admitted that as soon as he saw the Duchess of Cambridge had attended drills at a rugby training session in Twickenham, he searched for an opportunity to tease her in the chat.

Mike revealed he text England player Ellis Genge straight away, begging for gossip from behind the scenes. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter .