Before donning the institutional Olympic robes, Anna wore those of an assiduous supporter and professional athlete of the equestrian discipline of “full riding,” in which the rider must compete in three tests: dressage, show jumping and cross-country. It is a sport that requires technique, readiness, steadiness, but also style, which the princess has not failed to show off in all the Olympic occasions she has participated in over the years, both from the stands and as an athlete.
Princess Anne, Montreal Olympics, 1976.
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That’s why, on the occasion of her presence in Milan-Cortina 2026 and as a tribute to her fervent passion for sports disciplines and her participation, five decades ago, in Olympic competitions, we went over some of Princess Anne’s most beautiful five-ringed looks.
The sporty-chic look at the Munich Olympics, 1972
Princess Anne inherited her passion for the equestrian world from her mother Elizabeth II, and then passed that love down to her daughter Zara, whose father is Anne’s ex-husband Mark Phillips. He competed during the 1972 Olympics in the all-around competition, winning a team gold medal. Princess Anne was there supporting him from the stands.
Princess Anna, 1972 Munich Olympics.
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