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King Charles fans are loving 'sweet' moment he broke protocol for hug

King Charles III made a number of headlines when he shared a hug with the New Zealand women's rugby team at Buckingham Palace - and Royal fans were left in tears

King Charles III warmed hearts as he embraced the New Zealand women's rugby team in a "sweet" moment that left Royal enthusiasts teary-eyed. The endearing encounter took place at Buckingham Palace on 11 September, when Ayesha Leti-I'iga, a player for the Black Ferns, asked the monarch for a hug. The video of this special moment went viral on the team's social media, amassing over 1.1 million likes, with the caption: "Kicking our feet King Charles."

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