Prince Harry and Meghan Markle faced a chorus of boos from the crowd at Dodger Stadium during Game 4 of the World Series.
The couple’s appearance on the stadium’s Jumbotron prompted a mixed reaction, with audible jeering from the 56,000-strong crowd.
MEGHAN MARKLE AND PRINCE HARRY’S AWKWARD NIGHT
As the booing started, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex visibly cringed in their coveted front-row seats.
Prince Harry later forced a smile in an attempt to brush off the uncomfortable moment, according to TMZ.
Fans criticised their prime positioning, as sporting legends like Magic Johnson and Sandy Koufax were seated directly behind them.
The event highlights the continued polarising effect of the couple’s public appearances.
BASEBALL FANS CRITICISE MEGHAN MARKLE
The reaction to Meghan Markle and Prince Harry at a major American sporting event underscores the challenges they face in winning over public opinion abroad.
Adding to the controversy, Meghan Markle was called out for her choice of Dodgers attire, according to the Athlete Lifestyle.
Critics were quick to unearth past photos of her wearing caps for rival teams, the Toronto Blue Jays and the New York Yankees. They branded her a “fair-weather” fan.
WHY IS THE COUPLE SO POLARISING?
The polarising nature of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stems from a complex interplay of their deliberate break from royal tradition and their subsequent commercial ventures in the United States.
Their candid accusations of racism and a lack of support from ‘The Firm’, detailed in their Oprah interview and Harry’s memoir ‘Spare’, garnered both sympathy for their plight and criticism for airing private grievances publicly.
For many, they represent a modern couple courageously prioritising mental health and independence.
MEGHAN MARKLE AND PRINCE HARRY’S PERCEIVED CONTRADICTION
However, for others, they embody a paradox. They seek privacy and a life outside the monarchy while continuously leveraging their royal titles to build a lucrative commercial brand.
This perceived contradiction, coupled with a relentless media spotlight, has cemented their status as figures who inspire either fervent support or deep scepticism, with little middle ground.
The couple’s attempt at a normal public outing has, once again, placed Meghan Markle and Prince Harry squarely in the centre of a media storm.