Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's new docuseries on Netflix, Polo, not only offers a glimpse into the world of polo but also showcases the Duchess of Sussex's language skills. This series follows the journey of some of the world's greatest polo players to the 2024 U.S. Open Polo Championship in Florida. Along the way, viewers get to see Prince Harry ride in the Royal Salute Polo Challenge and Meghan flex her Spanish language skills.

Meghan's Spanish Language Journey

It's a little-known fact that Meghan Markle is fluent in Spanish. She honed this language during her internship in Argentina and while studying abroad in Madrid. During her trip to Colombia with Prince Harry in August, it became evident that she is comfortable speaking Spanish. At a kindergarten class visit, she spoke to a student in Spanish, mentioning that the student was the same age as her son Archie. Later, during a panel discussion, she gracefully spoke Spanish, expressing her deep appreciation for Colombian hospitality and highlighting the country's culture and history.In a relatable moment, Meghan playfully mimed wiping sweat from her forehead after speaking in Spanish, receiving applause from the crowd before switching back to English. This shows her ability to connect with different audiences in their own language.

Meghan and Adolfo Cambiaso's Interaction

On the set of Polo, Meghan Markle met legendary polo player Adolfo Cambiaso. During a match, Cambiaso initiated a handshake with the Duchess, but she went in for a hug. Prince Harry proudly announced that Meghan is fluent in Spanish. When Cambiaso asked if she really was, Meghan began speaking Spanish and referred to her time in Palermo Viejo and Las Canitas during her internship in Argentina. Cambiaso then joined in the conversation, and they shared their experiences related to polo and their respective countries.

Prince Harry and Spanish Language

While Meghan is known for her Spanish skills, Prince Harry also showed an interest in the language. During their trip to Colombia, he followed his wife's lead and leaned into speaking Spanish. At the kindergarten class, he asked pupils their names and ages in Spanish, demonstrating his effort to engage with the local community.

Shared Creative Endeavor

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex's trip to Colombia was their most significant recent joint engagement. Polo on Netflix is their latest shared creative project. As executive producers, they brought a lot of energy and passion to the series. Miloš Balać, the executive producer and showrunner, shared that working with them was special. He noted that Meghan loves the sport and that Harry comes at it from an athlete's perspective, providing unique insights for sharing the polo world.This docuseries and their various engagements highlight the couple's diverse interests and talents, and their ability to connect with different cultures through language and sport.