The royal family is no stranger to public scrutiny, and Prince Harry’s recent behavior at a polo match has once again sparked controversy among royal enthusiasts.
In a video that has gone viral, the Duke of Sussex was caught on camera apparently breaching royal etiquette.
Meghan’s husband wiped his nose with his hands and then proceeded to wipe his hand on his shirt, drawing the ire of many online observers.
Prince Harry wiping his nose with his hands
The incident occurred in Wellington, Florida, during the Royal Salute Polo Challenge, an event hosted by Prince Harry’s longstanding companion and Argentinian polo player, Nachos Figueras.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex attended the event, which was part of the filming of a Netflix documentary about the glamorous world of professional polo, which features Prince Harry.
The video, which has been widely shared across multiple social media platforms, shows Harry seemingly dabbing his face and nose with his fingers before smearing them on his polo top.
This act has been criticized by royal fans, with one commenting, “That nose rubbing/wiping it on your hand is so gross?” Another user went a step further, suggesting that Harry “missed out on all the etiquette classes in the palace.”
That nose rubbing/wiping it on your hand is so gross 🤮 pic.twitter.com/CFdao3lVkt
— HarrysGreySuit (@hrrysgreysuit) April 14, 2024
However, this is not the only video from the event that has captured the public’s attention.
Footage has also emerged of Harry’s reaction to his polo teammate, Malcolm Borwick, being kissed on the cheek by Meghan.
In the clip, Harry appears to be taken aback by the action, leading some to speculate that he was confronting his teammate.
Yet, additional footage reveals the prince laughing with Borwick about the incident, suggesting it was a more playful moment than anything serious.
Nonetheless, the videos have sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with users quick to share their thoughts and opinions on the royals’ behavior.
While some found the incidents humorous, others were more critical, accusing Harry of lacking proper royal etiquette.
Despite the backlash, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex continue to navigate the public spotlight, with their every move scrutinized and dissected by the media and their devoted (or critical) followers.