Updated On: 02 August, 2012 07:37 AM IST | | Agencies
When the Duchess of Cambridge and her fellow 2012 ambassadors, Princes William and Harry, dropped in on athletes at the Olympic village, thrilled competitors savoured every moment.
Swimmer Rebecca Adlington looked particularly delighted to see Kate — and complimented the royal on her navy wedges. “I just love her shoes. They’re much nicer than the sports gear we’re wearing this week,” she said.

Gold for fashion: Great Britain’s Rebecca Adlington said she loved Kate’s blue wedges. Pic/Getty Images