Sarah Ferguson joins Prince William in mourning 'extraordinary' loss

Sarah Ferguson is following Prince William’s lead as they grieve a huge loss.

On Thursday, July 3, the Duchess of York paid tribute to Liverpool star Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva after their tragic deaths in a car crash in Zamora, Spain.

Taking to her Instagram Stories, Fergie, mother of Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, wrote, “I simply cannot fathom the pain of losing two cherished sons. It is a loss beyond words.”

She extended her condolences to Jota’s newlywed wife, Rute, and the couple’s young children: “My heartfelt sympathy is with Rute, Diogo’s newlywed widow, the precious children who have lost their devoted father, and all those who loved these two extraordinary athletes, Diogo and Andre.”

Closing her message, the Duchess added, “May their light and legacy continue to inspire the world.”

Fans, teammates, and fellow royals have been sharing tributes on social media.

Earlier, the Prince of Wales took to his own Instagram Stories to pay his respects.

“As part of the footballing family, I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Diogo Jota and his brother. Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who knew him.”

He signed the message off with his initial, “W.”