Mike Tindall and his wife Zara attended the State of Origin rugby league decider in Sydney, where they witnessed Queensland's commanding victory over New South Wales.
The royal couple were guests of former Queensland fullback Billy Slater and Nicole Rose for the match.
The former England rugby union international documented his Australian visit on social media, sharing his enthusiasm for the sporting spectacle.
Queensland secured their 25th State of Origin series with a decisive 24-12 victory at the packed Sydney venue.
The post garnered attention from within royal circles, with Princess Beatrice's husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi among those liking the update.
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The match marked the culmination of the three-game series, with Queensland having forced a decider after their narrow 26-24 victory in Perth on 18 June.
Tindall took to Instagram to share his experience, writing: "So so so good to be at the 'Decider' of #stateoforigin2025 Incredible atmosphere and fair play to the Maroons after an emotional week being able to put that emotion on the field in a great team performance."
He expressed gratitude to his hosts, adding: "Thanks to @b1slater and @nicoleroseart for looking after us so well. Was amazing to be in the changing rooms and see everything that makes rugby (both codes) an incredible sport."
The post garnered attention from within royal circles, with Princess Beatrice's husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi among those liking the update.
Queensland's dominance was established through a remarkable first-half display that left New South Wales struggling to respond. The Maroons capitalised on their opportunities with tries from Xavier Coates, Tom Dearden and Harry Grant.
Valentine Holmes's precise kicking complemented Queensland's attacking prowess throughout the match. The visitors' intensity proved too much for the Blues, who managed only a Stephen Crichton try in response during the first period.
The comprehensive performance secured Queensland's series triumph after they had lost the opening match 18-6 on 28 May.
Their second-half defensive resilience, combined with Dearden's second try late in the match, sealed an emphatic victory that silenced the Sydney crowd.
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Queensland's opening salvo began when debutant Gehamat Shibasaki challenged Zac Lomax before offloading to Coates for the corner try.
The Maroons' second score showcased their determination as Robert Toia kept play alive despite being forced into touch, creating the opportunity for Dearden's first try.
Grant demonstrated exceptional strength to power through three defenders for Queensland's third try. Despite Dearden's try-saving tackle on Brian To'o early in the second half, New South Wales found their rhythm when Crichton exploited a defensive gap.
Kurt Mann's efforts near Queensland's line briefly threatened a comeback, but Dearden's second try extinguished NSW hopes. To'o's late consolation try arrived too late to alter the outcome of a match Queensland controlled throughout.