Monday, October 5, 2026 - Princess Anne has once again shown her famously direct sense of humour after being invited to join former rugby star Sir Kevin Sinfield during his demanding fundraising challenge.
Sinfield is running seven ultramarathons in seven days to raise awareness and funds for motor neurone disease, but when he suggested Anne could join him, the 76-year-old royal quickly ruled it out. “No thank you. I will stick to the horses!” she replied, making it clear that running is not her idea of fun.
Anne’s response highlights a striking contrast with Princess Kate, who is known to enjoy running and has spoken publicly about keeping active. While Kate has embraced running as part of her fitness routine, Anne has long been associated with equestrian sport and even competed at the 1976 Olympic Games.
Her preference for horses over long-distance running therefore comes as little surprise, particularly given her famously practical approach to royal duties and personal interests.
The exchange also captures the very different personalities often seen among members of the Royal Family. Anne’s quick one-liner turned a serious conversation about an exhausting charity challenge into a lighthearted moment, while Sinfield continues his seven-day endurance effort to support people affected by motor neurone disease.
Meanwhile, Kate has recently offered a more domestic glimpse of her own active lifestyle, revealing that she enjoys washing up at home and joking that she and Prince William make a “good double act.”
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