By Scarlett Russell There were certainly no hard feelings between the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge today, even though she beat him in two yacht races around Auckland Harbour in New Zealand. In fact, the body language between the Royal couple shows that their bond is stronger than ever. After her victory against Prince William, the pair laughed and smiled together, and Kate even offered a look of sympathy as she patted her husband’s arm. Scroll down for video Happy couple: Kate and William laugh together after she beats him in an Auckland yacht race There there: Kate appears to be jokingly comforting Will after his sore loss against her in Auckland yacht race
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Body language between Duke and Duchess of Cambridge proves their love
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Hands-on relationship sends 'strong guarding signals'
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Kate playfully comforts William after beating him in Auckland yacht races
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The couple's competitiveness strengthens their bond, says Judi James
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Kate's 'personal touch' hand gestures to fans also help her to connect with everyone she meets
Her hand gesture is very potent, says @placeholder, as it makes people feel connected to her