In a thrilling spectacle at the Formula 1 U.S. Grand Prix in Austin, Texas, Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, was seen basking in the excitement of the high-speed event. The 39-year-old royal, known for his fondness for motorsports, had the opportunity to explore the pit lane and team garages at the Circuit of the Americas, courtesy of Mercedes F1, during the event on Sunday.
Prince Harry’s presence at the race didn’t go unnoticed as he engaged in conversations with key figures in the Formula 1 world. Among those he interacted with were British driver George Russell and Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff, underscoring his genuine interest in the sport.
His visit extended to the Red Bull team garage, where he was seen sharing an animated conversation with Red Bull Racing Team Principal Christian Horner, husband of Spice Girl Geri Halliwell-Horner. A heartwarming video shared by Red Bull Racing on Instagram captured their embrace, exemplifying the camaraderie within the F1 community.
Formula 1, recognizing the significance of the royal guest, extended a warm welcome to Prince Harry on their Instagram page, affirming his status as a prominent fan of the sport. Notably, he has a history of involvement in the world of Formula 1, having collaborated with Lewis Hamilton in March 2020 to inaugurate the Silverstone Experience museum in the UK, dedicated to British motor racing.
This high-profile appearance at the Formula 1 event is part of Prince Harry’s post-royal life, following his decision, along with his wife Meghan Markle, to step back from their senior roles in the British royal family. The couple has since relocated to Meghan’s home state of California.
Prior to their attendance at the Formula 1 race, Prince Harry and Meghan were seen enjoying a secret Caribbean getaway, as evidenced by their recent arrival at an Atlanta airport. Their return to the United States followed a public appearance in New York City, where they marked World Mental Health Day on October 10. The event, organized by their Archewell Foundation, centered on discussing the adverse effects of the digital world on children’s mental wellness.
During the summit, named “The Archewell Foundation Parents’ Summit: Mental Wellness in a Digital Age,” the Duke and Duchess of Sussex highlighted the inspiration they drew from their roles as parents to their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, in their commitment to making social media a safer environment for the younger generation.
The Formula 1 U.S. Grand Prix was ultimately won by three-time world champion Max Verstappen, with Lewis Hamilton securing second place but later being disqualified due to a technical infringement, according to BBC Sport.
