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12 June 2012
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Queen's Granddaughter Selected For London Olympics
Queen Elizabeth II's granddaughter Zara Phillips has been selected to compete at the Olympic Games in London this summer (12).

Princes William and Harry's 31-year-old cousin will be a member of Great Britain's equestrian eventing team.

A statement from the royal reads, "It's awesome to be given this opportunity. I'm really excited."

Phillips' mother, Princess Anne, competed as part of Great Britain's equestrian team during the 1976 Olympic Games in Montreal, Canada.


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