Meghan Markle cheers on Prince Harry at the polo – live updates



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July 26, 2018
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle stand on grass in front of a sponsor wall, smiling and talking.© Photo: PA

Meghan Markle proved she is Prince Harry's number one fan as she attended the Sentebale Polo Cup at the Royal County of Berkshire Polo Club on Thursday. Watching from the side, the Duchess of Sussex enthusiastically cheered on her husband who was playing in the charity polo match he staged in Berkshire. Meghan dressed for the heatwave, wearing a navy Carolina Herrera dress. 

The polo match was being held in aid of Sentebale, the charity Prince Harry and his friend Prince Seeiso of Lesotho set up in memory of their late mothers. Sentebale poignantly means 'forget me not' in the local language. The sporting fixture is held every year to raise funds and awareness for Sentebale, which works with children and teenagers in Lesotho and Botswana who are coming to terms with being HIV positive, have Aids or have lost their parents to the disease.

Harry's cousin-in-law Mike Tindall was also spotted in the crowds, showing no signs of sleepless nights having just welcomed his second daughter in June.

Click through our gallery to see the best photos from the polo…

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a blue dress and sunglasses, walking on a red carpet with another woman.© Photo: PA

Meghan managed to keep her cool in the plus 30-degree heat, wearing a stunning navy dress by Carolina Herrera from their 2019 Resort collection, which she paired with some gorgeous nude shoes by Aquazzura. The royal accessorised with a pair of stylish sunglasses, simple diamond earrings and a raffia clutch bag for the occasion - which, by the way, cost just £26. Yes, really.

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a blue dress and sunglasses, walks on a pink carpet with a man in a blue jacket and pink pants.© Photo: Getty Images

Meghan's belted wrap dress was the perfect choice for the hottest day of the year so far. She chose to wear her hair tied back in a sleek bun, which complemented her pretty outfit. 

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, smiling and holding a woven clutch and sunglasses.© Photo: Getty Images

A closer look at Meghan's £26 clutch. 

Six people stand together in front of a sponsor wall. Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, are among them.© Photo: Getty Images

Harry and Meghan posed with Sentebale ambassador Nacho Figueras and his wife Delfina at the start of the event, alongside Sentebale chairman Johnny Hornby and CEO Cathy Ferrier.

Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, walk with others by a large event banner.© Photo: Getty Images

The group headed off for lunch before Nacho and Harry took part in the charity match. 

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, in a blue dress, walks with a woman in a floral dress at an event.© Photo: Getty Images

The Duchess chatted to Nacho Figueras' wife Delfina. 

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, smiling with short hair, wearing a blue top.© Photo: Getty Images

Meghan kept her makeup natural, opting a sweep of blusher on her cheeks and a pretty pink lipstick. She kept cool with her hair in a low bun. 

Mike Tindall stands smiling in front of a promotional banner, wearing a light gray suit.© Photo: PA

Harry's cousin-in-law Mike Tindall was in high spirits, taking a break from parenting duties on the summer day out. Mike and his wife Zara welcomed baby Lena in June.

Prince Harry on a brown horse, holding a polo mallet, wearing a black helmet and white uniform.© Photo: Getty Images

Playing as number two, Harry showed off his polo talent, scoring two of Sentebale's three goals. The Prince's team won 5-4 against the Royal Salute team.

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, kisses a woman on stage while another man holds a trophy.© Photo: Getty Images

The Duke and Duchess kissed during the trophy presentation. 

Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, stand with three other individuals holding a trophy on a stage.© Photo: Getty Images

A big cheer from Harry's victorious team!

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