The dynamics between Meghan and Kate have been strained since Meghan's entry into the monarchy, and their relationship has faced numerous disagreements, including disputes over bridesmaid dresses and reports of tension surrounding Meghan's behavior towards staff.
At the charity polo match in 2019, Kate, who is known for her love of babies, did not engage with Meghan and seemed distant. This lack of interaction has been seen by some as proof of the bullying claims made against Meghan, particularly concerning Kate and Prince William's daughter, Princess Charlotte. Some royal fans have accused Meghan of allegedly bullying Charlotte after revelations in a new biography on the British royals shed light on the feuds surrounding the 2018 bridesmaid dress.
Kate's attitude at the polo match appeared to affirm the significance of the alleged bullying incident involving Meghan and Charlotte. It raises questions as to why Kate did not introduce her children to their new baby cousin.
It should be noted that this is not intended as criticism towards Kate, as she is seen as a better person who handles situations with greater composure. Meghan, on the other hand, appeared miserable and lacking joy in the photographs, giving the impression that she only attended the event to ensure that nobody spoke to Harry and diverted attention from their newborn son, Archie.
This occasion marked one of the rare joint appearances of the Sussexes and the Cambridges since Archie's birth. Typically, Meghan and Kate are only seen together at official engagements attended by the entire royal family, such as Trooping the Colour. Prior to this event, there were months of rumors about a rift between the two couples.
Harry later revealed that they attempted to address their differences during a meeting in June, where Kate expressed her hurt feelings. Speculation about a falling out between the Cambridges and the Sussexes grew after the announcement of Harry and Meghan's move from Kensington Palace to Frogmore Cottage.
Reports emerged suggesting that Kate and Meghan are quite different individuals with limited common ground, but they made an effort to get along. Royal author Tom Quinn claimed that Meghan was sensitive about being seen as second to Kate.
According to the authors of "Finding Freedom," the standoffish episode at the charity polo match exemplified the cordial yet distant rapport between Meghan and Kate. Their relationship apparently struggled to progress beyond distant politeness observed during their initial meeting.
Photographs from the event depict Meghan standing at a distance from Kate and her family, suggesting a lack of meaningful interaction between the two doting mothers.
