Prince Harry Attends U.S. F1 Grand Prix in Austin Without Meghan Markle
Prince Harry's F1 attendance marks a continuation of his longstanding interest in the sport, dating back to when Princess Diana introduced him to it almost 30 years prior, and extends his history of solo appearances at racing events.
- Prince Harry was a VIP guest at the U.S. Grand Prix in Austin, Texas, where he interacted with teams from Mercedes and Red Bull. The Prince's attendance at the event marks a continuation of his longstanding interest in F1 racing. His initial introduction to the sport was nearly 30 years ago when his mother, Princess Diana, brought him to a Grand Prix.
- Meghan Markle, Prince Harry's wife, did not attend the event. The Duchess of Sussex was recently heavily involved with a mental health conference in New York City, where she spoke about the impacts of social media on children. Their recent public appearances align with their focus on mental health advocacy.
- The Duke of Sussex's attendance at the F1 Grand Prix is a continuation of his family's history in the sport, with past appearances from King George VI, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother, and Princess Margaret at Grand Prix events.
- Prince Harry's history in the sport extends beyond just attendance. In 2020, the Prince teamed up with F1 racer Lewis Hamilton to open the Silverstone Experience museum in the U.K., dedicated to the past, present and future of British motor racing.
- Other celebrities also attended the event, including actress Drew Barrymore and singer Joe Jonas. The event was also the first U.S. Grand Prix in Austin without major COVID-19 restrictions and protocols in place.
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