The Duchess of Edinburgh jumps for joy after GB Olympic Cycling win

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Team GB's biggest fan! Sophie puts on jubilant display at the Paris Olympics as the women's cycling team breaks world record in the sprint final

The Duchess of Edinburgh appeared in high spirits as she celebrated Team GB's women's cycling sprint world record at the Olympics.

Sophie, 59, put on an animated display as she cheered from the stands after the British team claimed gold on day ten of the Paris Olympic Games at the Bercy Arena on Monday.

Emma Finucane, Sophie Capewell and Katy Marchant set a new world record of 45.186 in defeating New Zealand's Rebecca Petch, Shaane Fulton and Ellesse Andrews, a full 0.296 seconds quicker than China's record that stood before the day.

The royal looked summary in a purple floral gown which featured a long pleated skirt and ruffled sleeves as she encouraged the team from the sidelines.

She styled her blonde tresses back, keeping the make-up natural and dewy for the event.
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