Another Rock for The Royal Sling: DUCHESS OF Cambridge gives birth to a baby boy who will be third in line to the throne after weeks of anticipation in the UK

The Duchess of Cambridge was hoping for a son and her wish has come true, after she gave birth to a baby boy at 4.24pm.

The Duke of Cambridge was present for the birth of his son who weighed 8lbs 6oz.

"Her Royal Highness and her child are both doing well and will remain in hospital overnight," Kensington Palace said in a statement.