Prince Harry booed as Leicester fight back to beat Gloucester
Prince Harry faced audible boos from the crowd while attending a rugby match between Leicester Tigers and Gloucester. The Duke of Sussex has been making several public appearances recently following his return to the UK and his relocation from California.
Why it matters
Public reception of the Duke of Sussex remains a point of interest regarding his relationship with the British public and his ongoing transition to life outside the core royal circle.
The Duke of Sussex gets animated at Leicester Tigers' game at Welford Road - PA/Nick Potts The Duke of Sussex was booed by the crowd at Mattioli Woods Welford Road as he watched Leicester Tigers play Gloucester on Friday night.
Prince Harry, who had a beer in his hand, is a keen rugby fan and was in attendance with Andrea Pinchen, the Tigers chief executive.
He was pictured on the big screen at the ground but there were audible boos before TNT cameras cut away.
Nick Mullins, on TNT commentary, referenced the mixed reception and said "some boos there" before moving on swiftly.
It was the Duke's latest public appearance since his family's return to the United Kingdom . He is back after six years living in California and was seen last month at Tower Bridge Studios in Central London.
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