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BBC commentator criticised as he makes error in accusing Prince George of being naughty at Wimbledon

A BBC sport commentator has come under fire after making an error when talking about Prince George's behaviour at Wimbledon. Andrew Castle angered viewers as they tuned in to watch Novak Djokovic take on Nick Kyrgios in the Wimbledon men's singles final on Sunday (July 10).

The pundit made a comment about Prince George, who was in attendance, during a break in play. Andrew Castle mixed up Prince George with Prince Louis as he was trying to refer back to the recent Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

Cambridgeshire Live reports that the commentator said Prince George was caught "just slightly misbehaving" during the Queen's events. Fans were quick to point out that the troublemaker had been Prince Louis instead.

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BBC viewers rallied in defence of Prince George after catching Mr Castle's error. On Twitter, one tennis fan @enigma915 wrote: "Andrew Castle getting it wrong. George wasn't misbehaving, it was Louis." Another, @Juilethewok, wrote: Just said the same in our house - if you're gonna spout stuff at least get the right Prince!"

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge arrived at Wimbledon with Prince George ahead of the men's singles final and were greeted by ball boys and girls as well as staff in the Millennium building before crossing the bridge over cheering crowds into Centre Court, reports the Express.

They sat in the royal box to watch Kyrgios attempt to defeat the defending champion. Kate, who is patron of the All England Club, looked summery in a navy blue skirt and matching top with white polka dots by designer Alessandra Rich.

The royals first greeted a group of military personnel who were working as stewards at the championships - Lt Col Lucy Smith from the Army, deputy assistant commissioner Philip Morton, from the London Fire Brigade, Lt Commander Chris Boucher from the Royal Navy and Sergeant Jacquie Crook from the Royal Air Force.

Kate asked them about their roles and how many championships they had worked at Wimbledon, to which one replied: "19 years". She then explained to George what the group members do, saying: "They look after everybody to make sure the crowds are safe and happy, doing the right thing, in the right seats, making sure the grounds are safe."

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