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Surname Different on Grant of Probate

I have just received my Grant of probate, as I am an administrator of my late Father's Will, along with my brother. (original Executor has done Renunciation)

I am named as a beneficiary on the original Will, with my previous married surname. I completed the PA1P form and stated that my name was different to the Will (as I have since divorced/re married)

The Grant has come through, confirming I am an Administrator of the Will, but with my name as it shown on the Will.

Is this correct? How do I show proof of ID going forward when we sell house etc - do I need to also  show my divorce/new marriage cert? 
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