In the realm of live spectacles, the grandeur of witnessing an event firsthand isn’t always the pinnacle of experience. It’s true, whether it’s soccer, football, or any other sport, being present at the stadium doesn’t guarantee a comprehensive understanding of the game. The ball can easily elude one’s gaze, leaving spectators bewildered. Conversely, the realm of television offers a different vantage point—one that encompasses every angle and provides insightful commentary. Surprisingly, this rings true even for the illustrious coronation of King Charles III, an occasion that may have been better appreciated through the lens of a TV screen.
Mike Tindall, husband of Zara Tindall, Princess Anne’s daughter, shared his perspective on the matter during an episode of his podcast, The Good, the Bad & the Rugby, as reported by Us Weekly. While Tindall had the privilege of being seated just one row behind Prince Harry, Prince Andrew, and Princesses Eugenie and Beatrice at Westminster Abbey, he confessed that the view was “quite frustrating.” Despite occupying the “hottest spot” in the Abbey, the ceremony unfolded “just around the corner of the wall that you can’t see.”
“It was unbelievable to be sat where we were,” Tindall expressed, acknowledging the privileged seating. “Quite frustrating that you couldn’t see around the corner, but you had the TV there.” This revelation raises the intriguing possibility that even members of the British royal family, like ordinary folks, relied on television screens to witness the historic event. It’s truly a wild thought!
However, Tindall did recount some remarkable moments from that momentous day. “I think the best bit of the day was the six and a half hours of military footmen that were in the Buckingham Palace backyard, and they did three cheers for the King,” he fondly recalled. “It was like whoa, goose pimples.”
Immediately after the May 6 ceremony, Tindall shared his experience with Good Morning Britain, stating, “It was quite nice to have a date night.” Indeed, it’s not every day one gets to enjoy a live performance by Katy Perry and Lionel Richie. “You know, when you have three children, it’s not the easiest to get out and just have a drink together,” Tindall reflected. “So it was quite nice to have a little bit of time where we could go out and have a drink and have a chat.”
Despite the mixed perspectives, Tindall’s recollections of the coronation provide him with cherished memories. However, let’s be honest, those seated in the five rows behind Tindall should have certainly had a clear view of the show. Talk about peculiar VIP treatment!
