In a move that underscores the ongoing tension between the two royal brothers, Prince Harry and Prince William have reportedly coordinated their schedules to avoid any chance encounters during their respective visits to Singapore.
Prince Harry was in Singapore on Saturday, participating in the 2023 Sentebale ISPS Handa Polo Cup, an event aimed at raising funds for his Sentebale charity. The Duke of Sussex was accompanied by his long-time friend and renowned polo player, Nacho Figueras. The event culminated in a thrilling match, with the final score settling at a tie, 7-7.
On the other hand, Prince William, the Prince of Wales, is slated to visit Singapore on November 7 for the 2023 Earthshot Prize Awards ceremony. Nick Bullen, co-founder of "True Royalty TV," commented on the brothers' itineraries, stating, "I'm sure everybody managed those diaries to make sure there was no crossover whatsoever." Bullen further highlighted that Prince Harry has been avoiding events where he might encounter familiar faces, including weddings of old friends.
Bullen, an award-winning documentarian with two decades of experience covering the British Royal Family, also shed light on the summer plans of Prince William and Kate Middleton. The couple, along with their children, Princes George and Louis, and Princess Charlotte, will be vacationing at Balmoral. They will be staying in a cottage that was a cherished spot for the late Queen Elizabeth II. Bullen remarked, "William and Kate have taken it over with their children for this summer. So, it's nice to see the traditions are continuing."
While Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have an open invitation to Balmoral, the ongoing rift between the brothers makes a reunion at the Queen's Scottish estate seem improbable. Bullen emphasized King Charles III's continuous efforts to mend the relationship, stating, "I'm told that the king continues to reach out to Harry and Meghan and that the door is always open."
Discussing the strained relationship between the two princes, Bullen expressed that a significant intervention is required for reconciliation. He believes that both brothers need to be willing to come to the table and that apologies from both sides are essential. Prince Harry had previously touched upon his strained ties with his family during promotional interviews for his memoir "Spare" earlier in January. He revealed that he and Prince William were not on speaking terms. However, despite the evident tension, Prince Harry ensured his presence at his father's coronation in London on May 6. The seating arrangement at the ceremony was meticulously planned to avoid any interactions between the brothers.
Prince Harry promptly left for California after the coronation, ensuring he was present to celebrate his son, Prince Archie's fourth birthday with Meghan Markle and their daughter, Princess Lilibet.
The careful orchestration of their schedules and the evident efforts to avoid any encounters highlight the depth of the rift between the two brothers, leaving many to wonder if and when the royal family will find its way back to unity.
