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Zara Phillips’ Secret Engagement to Mike Tindall

Zara Phillips and Mike TindallPrincess Anne’s daughter, Zara Phillips, has reportedly become secretly engaged to her boyfriend of three years, Mike Tindall.

Writing in the Mail on Sunday, journalist Katie Nicholls has reported that Zara, 25, hoped to keep the engagement a secret, telling only close friends and her family, until an official announcement is made by the palace in August.

Katie’s unnamed source is quoted as saying:

Zara and Mike are planning to make the engagement official in August, after consulting Palace seniors on suitable dates to make the announcement. Even though they are a very down-to-earth couple and keep themselves to themselves, they still have to follow Royal protocol. It’s not like they can just announce the engagement when they feel like it.

Zara is apparently still keen to pursue her dream of winning an Olympic gold medal in 2008 however, and will likely postpone the wedding until after the Olympics, with the source claiming:

There’s a lot that Zara still wants to achieve but she has even told Mike she’s prepared to give up everything once they are married. She’s aware how dangerous the sport is and that having a family brings new commitments.

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4 Responses to “Zara Phillips’ Secret Engagement to Mike Tindall”


  • Shanda Atkinson
    February 20th, 2007 18:07

    I hope they will be very happy!!!

  • britishroyalwedding
    February 21st, 2007 04:19

    So do we Shanda, and we look forward to hearing an official announcement in August.

  • yourbiggestfan
    January 20th, 2008 19:03

    i hope your very happy to gether, but please dont give up you riding, your my idol! i dont want to lose you

  • Will
    January 20th, 2008 23:01

    Hi Guys,

    This is super news. Mike Tindall is one good guy and Liz and I have known him for over eight years via rugby connection.

    We were in Australia when England won world cup and must have been within a hundred yards when they met . Must admit that when we first heard story we were a little sceptical as were most of the other guys but have been absolutely delighted at the way their lives have clicked into place.

    I do so hope that Zara wins a gold medal in China but even if not she will get her hands on one big piece of gold.

    Oh and finally I hope Mike’s horse is strong . It needs to be.