Meghan Markle & Prince Harry's Interaction During Sports Date Night Decoded by Lip Reader

Did the Duke of Sussex look miserable pitch-side? The royal couple's baseball outing sparks interesting lip-reading, moody prince theories, and social media mayhem.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were the talk of the town at Game Four of the 2025 World Series in Los Angeles, California, on October 28.

While they watched the face-off between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Los Angeles Dodgers, their interaction was being observed by sharp-eyed lip reader Nicola Hickling, who recently shared her analysis after videos and images of the couple surfaced online.

Meghan Markle's Whispers and Prince Harry's Tension: Lip Reader Unpacks the Dodger Stadium Date

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's arrival at Dodger Stadium drew immediate attention, as videos captured them being escorted through a corridor surrounded by security and stadium staff.

Meghan, dressed in a crisp white shirt layered with a black sweater over her shoulders and paired with dark pants and a Dodgers cap, walked alongside Harry, who wore the same blue hat at a later point during the game, along with a white T-shirt and black blazer.

Another clip captured later showed them seated front and center — right behind home plate — where they smiled and exchanged glances after appearing on the Jumbotron, their images beaming down from the giant screen as "Prince Harry & Meghan" flashed across it. Though their outing appeared casual and relaxed, Nicola offered deeper insight into their interaction.

Speaking on behalf of Betfair Casino, she claimed that as the couple was being guided to their seats, an assistant on Meghan's left spoke, and the Duchess subtly waved a hand in front of her face, saying, "Quickly, gotta go, no, I am expecting it."

Once settled in the stands, she reportedly turned to her husband and asked, "Is anyone here?" to which Harry responded, "I can't see."

Meghan then directed his attention elsewhere, allegedly expressing, "Well, look over there." According to Nicola, a final whispered exchange took place during the game, with Meghan noting, "Look, there's one," to which Harry simply replied, "Yeah." Her response? A contented "This is fun."

'Harry Looks Bored!': Netizens Cry Foul over the Prince's Mood

Not long after videos and images of the couple began circulating online, social media platforms lit up with commentary — much of it centered on Harry's demeanor throughout the evening. "HARRY IS ALWAYS SAD," one person declared, while another observed, "Harry looks bored!"

Echoing those sentiments, someone else remarked, "He doesn't look happy," and yet another spectator commented, "God [sic] he looks fed up until he realises he's on the big screen."

Criticism also extended to the couple's body language and perceived need for security. "Hands glued together again," one critic noted, while another questioned the level of protection surrounding them, "The people infront and behind them is walking so calmly and unbothered... so why is their security acting so dramatic 😂 [sic]."

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Then came the accusations of parental neglect… "There [sic] didn't even take Archie, how sad," someone wrote. Another added, "Most dads would take their son to the game. Where's Archie?" and one more asked, "Why didn't they take Archie to watch as well?"

But it wasn't just online viewers weighing in on the couple's dynamic. Their appearance at the high-profile game also attracted the expert analysis of body language specialist Judi James. She offered her take on what may have been unfolding beneath the surface.

Authentic Date Night or Royal Performance? Expert Spots Hidden Strain

While the Duke and Duchess projected warmth for the cameras, Judi pointed out, "There were clearly some actively 'date night' poses from Harry and Meghan here, with Meghan in particular being sure to snuggle up to her 'fox' for one photo, smiling excitedly at the camera while Harry adopted an alpha splay."

Despite their visible closeness, Judi highlighted what she described as "mood fluctuations" throughout the evening. "Harry tended to sit in a relaxed pose with his feet up on the rail while Meghan appeared to be in more regal mode," she explained.

Judi continued, "She was using elegant hand gestures, including covering her lips with her fingers at one point or sitting with a 'broken wing' hand gesture, having her hand raised to her neck with the wrist bent to either finger her neck or necklace in a very elegant look."

The body language expert also suggested that the pair maintained a certain "air of camera-awareness," subtly performing rather than simply enjoying the night.

"Even when Harry is smiling at Meghan and using eye contact as he talks, we can see his teeth are edge-to-edge in the grin, suggesting inner tension," she observed. The underlying implication, she added, was that Prince Harry may have felt pressure to appear composed and upbeat, rather than relax into the moment naturally.

While their interaction and body language sparked intense speculation, that wasn't the only reason the Sussexes made headlines at that event — their seating arrangement and game-day attire also stirred a different kind of buzz online.

Royals in the Front Row – but Look Who's Behind Them

The pair cheered on Meghan's home team from their prime seats, which happened to be right in front of legendary former Dodgers pitcher Sandy Koufax. However, while the royal couple attracted plenty of attention, some netizens seemed even more impressed by the baseball icon.

Fans Bow to the Baseball King

One admirer of the sport wrote, "More interested in the classy gentleman behind them, Mr Sandy Koufax, a true Legend!" Another joked, "Royalty is sitting BEHIND Markle and Harry."

A third fan took it even further, declaring, "Royalty is Koufax." Other people wondered, "Sitting in front of Sandy Koufax! Wonder if they showed him respect by saying hello...probably do not have a clue who he is!"

The Man, the Myth, the Legend: Sandy Koufax

Sandy had a brief but legendary baseball career. His journey began with a basketball scholarship to the University of Cincinnati in 1953, where he initially planned to pursue a career in architecture.

However, his athletic path took a different turn when his exceptional talent for pitching led him to baseball, a decision that would forever change the sport's history. Sandy went on to become one of the most dominant left-handed pitchers of all time, earning multiple Cy Young Awards.

He also cemented his legacy with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Unfortunately, his brilliant career was cut short by traumatic arthritis in his elbow, which posed a serious risk of permanent disability.

After just 12 remarkable seasons, Sandy retired from the game at 30. In 1972, he was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame, becoming the youngest player ever to receive the honor — a fitting tribute to his successful career.

Wrong Team, Your Highness?

Due to these milestones, some fans were thrilled to spot him at the game. However, others shifted the conversation, debating over which team Harry and Meghan should have been supporting.

One person highlighted, "Aren't you the head of commonwealth CANADA😂. [sic]." Someone else pointed out the royal connection, "I think you mean the BLUE JAYS! His Dad is King of England and is a 'figurehead' of Canada."

A few more fans chimed in with their opinions on team loyalty. One commented, "Should've worn jays caps," while another teased, "Haven't the royals heard of the royal Blue Jays some one get them Blue Jay hats [sic]."

Others took a more serious tone, with one viewer writing, "The royal family is a big part of Canada's history and culture, making it quite disappointing to see them supporting the Dodgers."

Between their fashion choices, team allegiance, and seating location, Meghan and Harry's night at the ballgame certainly gave fans plenty to talk about.

Yet, this was only one of many occasions where the two have drawn public attention. On October 10, 2025, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex also sparked whispers of tension and emotional turmoil when they attended Project Healthy Minds' World Mental Health Day Festival at Spring Studios in New York.

While there, the couple spoke on stage. Sources who were at the event shared details about the duo's presence, noting nuances of both Harry and Meghan's demeanor.

A Picture-Perfect Pair... With Something Lurking Beneath?

The couple's participation in the event was rooted in their ongoing advocacy for mental health awareness and digital well-being — causes that have become central pillars of their public work.

Representing their Archewell Foundation, which sponsored three panels at the festival, Harry and Meghan arrived at Spring Studios with a purpose-driven agenda.

While their appearance was part of a broader effort to support discussions around youth mental health and online safety, those in attendance noted an unexpected emotional weight surrounding the pair — particularly Harry.

Sources in the audience described the Duke's presence as noticeably subdued. His typically affable demeanor gave way to a more sombre expression as he took to the stage to deliver opening remarks. "The global pandemic stripped away the ordinary scaffolding of life," he told the crowd, "and brought a measurable surge in anxiety, depression, and loss of connection."

An audience member who had hoped to see the couple in a more interactive setting expressed mild disappointment that neither joined the panels themselves. Instead, both Harry and Meghan read prepared speeches from teleprompters to open separate sessions.

Their stage presence was described as "very businesslike," suggesting a level of emotional restraint that felt out of sync with their usual warmth. Meghan, poised and eloquent, introduced the second panel moderated by journalist Katie Couric.

"For this next panel we're going to turn to one of the most urgent questions facing families today: what's happening to childhood, and how and what do we do to allow our children to just be children [sic]," she said.

Following the three panels, the Sussexes briefly mingled with participants and offered hugs before exiting the venue. They then reportedly had lunch with longtime friend Serena Williams at Soho House.