Meghan Markle found herself at the center of an awkward moment on stage when she directed a woman not to pose next to Prince Harry for a picture following his polo tournament victory.

At a glitzy charity polo match in Miami, Florida, the Duchess, 42, took charge after presenting Harry, 39, with a trophy. She specifically requested a well-dressed woman in a white dress to shift to the middle of the group away from Harry, insisting she stand beside her husband with the royal fan positioned next to her.

Moments prior, Meghan had affectionately kissed her royal spouse to celebrate his win, with a Netflix camera crew capturing the moment for an upcoming series featuring the Duke.

The awkward exchange unfolded as Harry kept his arm firmly around Meghan, prompting others to shuffle around to find their place on stage. Despite Meghan’s insistence on her position, the woman had to manoeuvre under the trophy to secure her spot, before exchanging words with Meghan.

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While Harry may have appeared red-faced during the exchange, it’s likely due to the scorching weather as he led his team to victory at the Royal Salute Polo Challenge.

Joined by her close friend Serena Williams, Meghan was dressed to impress in an $800 dress by California designer Heidi Merrick, paired with a $3,300 Maison Valentino bag. Surrounded by her camera crew, Meghan appeared at ease, navigating the grassy terrain in towering heels.

As Harry competed in his usual polo attire, he arrived at the event hand-in-hand with Meghan, sporting a crisp summer ensemble of cream trousers, a pale grey jacket, and a pale blue shirt, complemented by slip-on tan shoes.

While Harry mingled with guests and posed for the Netflix camera crew, Meghan enjoyed the company of tennis legend Serena Williams, sipping champagne and socialising.

The royal couple’s appearance at the event coincided with their ongoing ventures with Netflix, as they work on two new series as part of their $100 million deal. Meghan’s focus seems to center on lifestyle topics such as gardening and cooking, while Harry delves into the world of professional polo.

Announcing the news on their Archewell website, they promised to “provide viewers with unprecedented access to the world of professional polo,” aiming to showcase the sport’s grit and passion.

Their glamorous public arrival comes amid expert claims that Harry is carefully managing his appearances to avoid any unfavourable moments. Access to the event was restricted to a pre-approved list of individuals, aligning with the couple’s controlled media strategy.

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