William’s beach stop capped off his first day in Brazil, where he highlighted environmental conservation and the work of local lifeguards before visiting Maracanã Stadium for a youth soccer event.

Prince Harry's announcement of a major trip at the exact moment his estranged brother Prince William kicked off a key visit was 'unavoidable', according to a source.

"It seems the King is intent on taking absolutely everything away from his brother. It's a flinty eyed ruthlessness he's displaying."