While Polo, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s latest Netflix series, might not have delivered the same shockwaves as their 2022 documentary, it offered viewers a fascinating glimpse into one of Duchess Meghan’s hidden talents: her fluency in Spanish.
Striking Up Conversations on the Polo Field
The five-episode series follows some of the world’s best polo players leading up to the 2024 U.S. Open Polo Championship. Prince Harry, an avid polo enthusiast, participated in the Royal Salute Polo Challenge charity match for his charity Sentebale. This is where we witnessed Meghan showcasing her linguistic abilities.
During the match, Prince Harry playfully revealed to his teammate, legendary polo player Adolfo Cambiaso, that Meghan was fluent in Spanish. Cambiaso, impressed, exclaimed, “Really?” A rapid exchange in Spanish ensued, leaving viewers captivated.
“That’s great. That’s where the polo fields were,” Cambiaso said. Meghan replied, noting a particular fondness for “the 25th of May,” Argentina’s national day.
Cambiaso, turning to Harry with a playful grin, cheekily asked, “Do you speak Spanish?” Meghan laughed and confidently replied, “Yes,” while placing a loving arm around her husband. Looking slightly sheepish, Harry admitted, “He knows I don’t! Well, yes, a little, a little.”
Beyond the Polo Field: Fluent in South America
Meghan’s Spanish skills weren’t limited to the polo field. Earlier this year, during the Duke and Duchess’s tour of Colombia, her fluency was on full display.
During a visit to Colegio La Giraldaon primary school, Meghan interacted with the children in Spanish, discussing Prince Harry’s interactions with them and even engaging in conversations about their lives.
One of the most heartwarming moments came during a panel discussion uplifting Afro-Colombian women. Meghan spontaneously removed her earpiece and addressed the audience directly in Spanish, expressing her “deep appreciation for the Colombian hospitality. She praised the culture and history of the country, describing the visit as a dream and highlighting the strong sense of community she felt.”
From the polo field to panel discussions, Meghan Markle’s remarkable Spanish skills have undoubtedly captured the attention of the world.
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