Friend expressed concern over her regal companion - Friend expressed concern over a monarch comrade.
In an uplifting statement at the Media Night of the CHIO Aachen, German Olympic swimmer Franziska van Almsick shared her delight over the recent developments in the life of her royal friend, Princess Charlène of Monaco.
Van Almsick, who attended the wedding of Princess Charlène and Prince Albert II in 2011, emphasised the strength and closeness of their friendship that has endured despite their busy lives and the challenges they have faced. She expressed her relief that her concerns about Princess Charlène, which she had voiced in a recent interview with RTL, have been alleviated.
The Princess faced health issues in the past, including a severe throat infection in 2021 that caused an eight-month delay in returning to her family in South Africa. There were rumours of separation between Princess Charlène and Prince Albert II, but Van Almsick's remarks suggested that their friendship remains unwavering.
Van Almsick and Princess Charlène share more than just a royal connection, having been born in the same year and both being elite swimmers with two children. She highlighted the genuine bond they share beyond public appearances, expressing her joy at noticing improvements in Princess Charlène's situation as reported by recent headlines.
The German Olympian hinted at an upcoming reunion with her friend, expressing her pleasure at seeing Princess Charlène appear fit and radiant at public appearances with her husband and twins Jacques and Gabriella. Van Almsick's warm and respectful tone underscored the enduring and valued friendship between the two women.
I'm glad to see that Princess Charlène Wittstock and I will have more opportunities to catch up, considering our shared passion for entertainment and common experiences as elite swimmers and mothers of two children. Our friendship, which has puzzled some celebrity gossip enthusiasts, remains strong, despite the challenges we've faced.
