Wipe that dirt off your face! Dapper dad David Beckham fusses over son Romeo as they join a host of stars in the royal box at Wimbledon

Thumbs up! David Beckham was fussing over his 12-year-year-old son Romeo as they enjoyed the Wimbledon action at Centre Court on Wednesday

Doting dad: The father-of-four was spotted licking his thumb before rubbing his middle son's chin in a tender display of affection - but Romeo didn't seem too impressed

A father's love: In the absence of a handkerchief, David's spit would have to do 

Scrubbing up: The handsome star and his son watched Andy Murray face off against Vasek Pospisil

Get off me, dad! Romeo couldn't handle it as his father lavished him with attention 

Family accessory: The pre-teen was wearing his dad's watch, which has previously been lent to Brooklyn

Like father, like son: David Beckham proved his love for all sports as he took his son Romeo along to enjoy day nine of Wimbledon

'Wimbledon day with my little man': David was quick to share picture of their day out with his Instagram fans

Great genes: The father-and-son duo made sure they were looking dapper for their day out

Check it out: Romeo leaned in to look at an item on his father's phone

Cute: Romeo was visibly excited to be watching tennis pro Andy Murray in action

VIPs: Andy Murray's wife Kim walked past the Beckham boys to take her seat

Quality time: Since David retired from professional football, he has been sure to spend as much time as possible with his growing children

Model in the making: Romeo already has a Burberry campaign under his belt at the tender age of 12

Sporting fans: The whole Beckham clan are passionate about sports thanks to their father's career 

Capture the moment: The pair were seen posing for a snap as they put their arms around each other

Say cheese: Others in the box appeared to take the opportunity to get a clear shot of the famous Beckham lads

Your turn: Romeo was more than happy to pose for an individual shot taken by his loving father

Let me see: The Burberry model was quick to check and see if the picture was too his liking

Cheeky selfie: David was also happy to pose for pictures with others seated in the royal box

Chatting away: David is also father to Brooklyn, 16, Cruz, 10, and three-year-old Harper

Footie friends: David was seen talking to Manchester United and England footballer Ashley Young

Hello there: The former England footballer hugged Murray's mother Judy as she took her seat in front of them, before Romeo shook her hand

Fancy seeing you here! The pair greeted each other with a friendly kiss 

Hugging it out: Tennis matriarch Judy went in for the hug, and David was more than happy to oblige 

Supporting spouse: Andy's wife Kim Sears was seen taking her place in the box

Hello dear: Kim was seen greeting her mother-in-law before the match began

Hope of the nation: Murray, 28, who is the third seed, will be hoping to exploit any signs of tiredness from Canadian Pospisil in their quarter-finals tie

It is called the Royal Box: The crowd was understandably excited to see Prince William and Kate Middleton make an appearance on Wednesday

Lots of laughs: The Duchess of Cambridge was in high spirits as she laughed with their companions

Catching up: The Duke of Cambridge was seen chatting with The Countess of Wessex

Keeping it in the family: Michael and Carole Middleton made their way into the tournament

Standing out: Carole looked lovely in a chic green and white dress and statement wedges

Looking good: Zara Tindall arrived looking lovely in a tailored black top and beige jeans alongside husband Mike

Dapper: Bear Grylls cut a dapper figure in his tailored blue suit as he arrived on court with his wife Shara

Parents-to-be: It was revealed on Friday that she is pregnant with her first child and Tamsin Egerton was glowing when she was spotted at Wimbledon

Handsome partner: The 26-year-old blonde beauty was accompanied by her boyfriend, US actor Josh Hartnett, as they made their first public appearance together since he made the announcement

Stylish guest: Britain's greatest female distance runner Paula Radcliffe make a chic arrival

In great shape: Fitness fan Ellie Goulding showed off her toned physique in a black top and tweed mini skirt

Looking ace: The singer completed her ensemble with black boots and wore her locks in light waves

Getting into the spirit of things: Ellie was sipping on some Pimms as she made her way to her seat

Spotted: The Hangover star Bradley Cooper on No 1 Court in Roger Federer’s box

Close pals: The star was seen taking his spot next to Federer's wife Mirka

Family outing: Model Laura Bailey brought her son along to the tennis

Dashing gentleman: Actor Tom Hiddleston looked dashin in a Ralph Lauren purple label suit, a striped cotton shirt and Dalvin Brown leather shoes

Handsome as ever: Tom Hiddleston looked every inch the English gentleman in his straw hat