SPORTY Prince William tries his hand at American football — in a casual suit and new white trainers.

Dad-of-three Wills, 42, practised throwing, passing and catching drills in the pristine £95 Russell & Bromley sneakers.

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The bearded royal looked a natural at the community event organised by the NFL Foundation, a charity helping youngsters in deprived areas.

His skills at NFL Flag — a non-contact version of the sport — impressed spectators and fellow players in Kennington, South London.

Former Welsh rugby player Louis Rees-Zammit, who recently switched to NFL, said: “He can throw the ball better than me.

“He can get a good spiral on the ball as well. I can’t!”

GB women’s flag football team captain Phoebe ­Schecter added: “His arm strength is incredible.

“I could not believe how far he could throw the ball. He did a great job.”

Wills was given three small balls to take home for ­Princes George, 11, and Louis, six, and nine-year-old Princess Charlotte — and a full-size one for himself.

He joked: “Never go home empty handed. Great motto!

“I’ll do some practice at home and see how many windows I can smash.”

The Princess of Wales posted a touching message online yesterday to mark Baby Loss Awareness Week.

Kate, 42, sent “love, strength and hope” to those who have faced the “devastation” of losing an infant, along with a picture of a candle.

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