Throughout history, generations of the monarchy have exhibited an interest in athletic pursuits.

Don’t think a 45-second sprint on a stationary bike is challenging?

Try doing it in a skirt and high-heeled boots or a suit and tie.

Prince and Princess of Wales wearing ski caps

That’s what the royals did, working up a sweat as they gamely pushed to the finish.

In the end, Catherine’s competitive edge took over, earning her a trophy for her win.

However, we think William earns an honorable mention for being a good sport.

The Prince and Princes of Wales riding spin bikes

They also serve up a mean game of table tennis.

as they demonstrated during a 2021 appearance at The Way Youth Zone.

They occasionally get it twisted

Is there anything that Princess Catherine doesn’t make look easy?

The Prince and Princess of Wales playing ping pong

Not according to a viral TikTok video from 2017 that shows the prince and princess tying the knot.

No, they didn’t renew their vows.

William’s team bested Catherine’s with a third-place win, but the princess didn’t go away empty-handed.

Prince William and Princess Catherine rolling pretzel dough

As part of the team that came in last, she was awarded a wooden spoon.

Proof that life as a royal parent isn’t always smooth sailing.

Still, it was Catherine who had the last laugh.

Princess Catherine laughing holding wooden spoon with Prince William

Neither William nor Catherine are strangers to sailing on open water.

Both are skilled at sea, having grown up learning to navigate the wind and waves.

She also observed firsthand the couple’s competitive nature.

Prince William and Princess Catherine in land yachts

The race took place at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and pitted royal against royal against royal.

Catherine and William presented a united front as they high-fived at the starting line and hugged at the finish.

Teamwork didn’t make the dream work, however.

Prince William and Princess Catherine clapping

This inclusive program makes tennis accessible to youth of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.

That is, until they got competitive in the kitchen.

According toHello Magazine, William was declared the winner.

Princess Catherine holding hockey stick

Perhaps that’s because he has some experience in the cocktail-making department.

Now that’s royal service!

After watching professionals show off thier skills, the prince and princess took turns firing their own arrows.

Prince William Princess Catherine and Prince Harry running on a track

Prince William and Princess Catherine on the tennis court holding racquets

Prince William, Princess Catherine, and Mary Berry

Prince William and Princess Catherine share a toast

Princess Catherine and Prince William holding a bow and arrow