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[WATCH] Little Girl Freezes When Kate Middleton Asks a Question — What She Does Next Is Pure Magic

Kate Middleton easily turned what could have been an awkward moment into one of the sweetest highlights of her joint outing with Prince William.

Kate Middleton during a visit to AMT Headingley Stadium, the home of the Leeds Rhinos rugby team (Image Source: Getty Images | James Glossop - WPA Pool)
Kate Middleton during a visit to AMT Headingley Stadium, the home of the Leeds Rhinos rugby team (Image Source: Getty Images | James Glossop - WPA Pool)

On Tuesday, Kate Middleton and Prince William traveled to Leeds to visit the AMT Headingley Stadium to honor the legacy of rugby player Rob Burrow, who suffered from MND. The couple also met families affected by MND and had sweet, engaging conversations with them. 

Prince William and Princess Kate are seen during a visit to AMT Headingley Stadium, the home of the Leeds Rhinos rugby team, in Leeds, England (Image Source: AP | James Glossop/Pool Photo)
Prince William and Kate Middleton are seen during a visit to AMT Headingley Stadium, the home of the Leeds Rhinos rugby team, in Leeds, England (Image Source: AP | James Glossop/Pool Photo) 

Unsurprisingly, the Princess of Wales soon found herself in a discussion with a little girl. However, the latter was understandably nervous in the presence of the future queen and got slightly flustered when Middleton asked her something. The little girl pondered for a while as she tried to answer. In the meantime, the beloved royal also interacted with the others at the table before coming back to the girl, patiently waiting for her reply. Eventually, she turned to an elder who answered the princess’s question instead. 

Soon after, Middleton took the reins of the discussion with the little girl and the elder, helping the former be more confident. With the royal’s encouragement and patience, she started participating in the conversation, nodding her head every time she agreed with her. The certified ‘Children’s Princess’ turned what could have been an awkward moment into one of the most adorable highlights of the day. Watch the full video here!

POOL Picture: James Glossop/ The Times & Sunday Times

The Prince and Princess of Wales are seen during a visit to AMT Headingley Stadium, the home of the Leeds Rhinos rugby team where they learned how the club and the Leeds Rhinos Foundation are changing lives through the power of sport. Their Royal Highnesses met with Jamie Jones Buchanan MBE (beard and yellow/ blue striped tie), CEO of the Leeds Rhinos and a lifelong friend of Rob Burrow CBE.

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Prince William and Kate Middleton during a visit to AMT Headingley Stadium, the home of the Leeds Rhinos rugby team, where they learned how the club and the Leeds Rhinos Foundation are changing lives through the power of sport (Image Source: Getty Images | James Glossop - WPA Pool)

William and Middleton’ surprise joint outing took the internet by storm as the pair arrived in style. They appeared in sync, wearing dark blazers, and were spotted joking and having fun with the rugby players and other attendees. 

The Princess of Wales looked beautiful in a black shirt, matching trousers, and a dark green blazer she had worn to the Commonwealth Games earlier this year. She completed the look with her favorite diamond Empress earrings, and left her long, brown hair cascading down her back. 

POOL Picture: James Glossop/ The Times & Sunday Times

The Prince and Princess of Wales are seen during a visit to AMT Headingley Stadium, the home of the Leeds Rhinos rugby team where they learned how the club and the Leeds Rhinos Foundation are changing lives through the power of sport. Their Royal Highnesses met with Jamie Jones Buchanan MBE (beard and yellow/ blue striped tie), CEO of the Leeds Rhinos and a lifelong friend of Rob Burrow CBE.

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Kate Middleton during a visit to AMT Headingley Stadium, the home of the Leeds Rhinos rugby team (Image Source: Getty Images | James Glossop - WPA Pool)

William and Middleton cheered on Burrow’s teammate Kevin Sinfield as he completed day 3 of a 7-day ultra marathon fundraising challenge. The princess surely knows a thing or two about undertaking arduous physical tasks to raise awareness about important issues. 

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