Meghan Markle Encourages Prince Harry to Shift Focus Away from Polo

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle: Meghan Markle is reportedly encouraging Prince Harry to explore new interests after their Netflix documentary Polo received widespread criticism. The documentary, which focused on the U.S. Open Polo Championship in Florida, was intended to showcase Harry’s passion for the sport but failed to impress viewers, who labeled it “boring” and “elitist.” With a low rating of just two out of five stars on the platform, the disappointing reception has deeply affected Prince Harry, who was heavily involved in the project.

Insiders suggest that Meghan has been gently nudging Harry to scale back his focus on polo and consider other hobbies. While she respects his love for the sport, Meghan reportedly feels it should no longer take center stage in their lives. A source shared that she hopes Harry might invest his energy in activities like surfing or hiking, which could offer a fresh perspective and help him move past the sting of negative reviews. While she doesn’t expect him to give up polo entirely, she hopes this could be an opportunity for him to broaden his horizons.

Meanwhile, reports indicate that Netflix’s relationship with the Sussexes may be facing challenges. The streaming giant, which signed a $100 million deal with the couple, reportedly did little to promote Polo, issuing only a brief statement from Harry on its website. This lack of promotional effort has raised speculation about Netflix’s confidence in their projects, particularly following the disappointing performance of their latest endeavor.

The documentary’s failure has sparked questions about the Sussexes’ content strategy as they navigate their post-royal careers. For Prince Harry, the backlash against Polo appears to be a personal setback, but Meghan’s encouragement to explore new avenues could mark the beginning of a shift in focus for the couple as they continue to redefine their public roles and pursue fresh opportunities.