Prince William and Wrexham co-owner Rob McElhenney shared whiskey shots and poured pints at the iconic The Turf Pub in Wrexham on Friday.
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Prince William is in Wrexham as part of St. David's DayPaid a visit to The Turf Pub Downed shots and poured pints with McElhenney GettyWHAT HAPPENED?
Prince William's visit to Wrexham coincided with St. David's Day, the annual celebration honouring Wales's patron saint. The royal visit aimed to recognize the positive impact that Wrexham Association Football Club, owned by McElhenney and fellow actor Ryan Reynolds, has had on the local community.
Behind the bar, Prince William pulled a pint for the pub's owner, Wayne Jones, and indulged in a shot of Four Walls whiskey, a brand founded by McElhenney himself. However, Reynolds was unable to join the festivities due to his commitments to the latest installment of the Deadpool film series.
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Outside the pub, Prince William shared a touching moment with young Florence Boyle, exchanged high-fives, and received a daffodil—a traditional emblem of St. David's Day. Continuing his visit, Prince William made his way to the Racecourse Ground, where he was presented with a personalized Wrexham jersey bearing his name and the number 9, a token of appreciation from first-team captain Luke Young and club captain Ben Tozer.
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As Wrexham gear up for a crucial League Two match against Accrington Stanley on Saturday, the royal visit provided a morale boost for the team. Currently sitting fourth in the league standings, Wrexham are eager to secure three points in their pursuit of successive promotion. With just three points separating them from league leaders Mansfield, every match counts in their quest for success.