Prince Harry apologises to Canada for wearing LA Dodgers hat at World Series game: ‘Was under duress’

Prince Harry apologises to Canada for wearing LA Dodgers hat at World Series game

Prince Harry has issued an apology to Canada after facing criticism for wearing a Los Angeles Dodgers hat during a World Series game against the Toronto Blue Jays. The Duke of Sussex was seen at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on October 28, attending Game 4 with his wife, Meghan Markle, according to the BBC.

At 41, Prince Harry faced backlash for supporting the Dodgers instead of the Toronto Blue Jays — the only Canadian team in Major League Baseball. Many fans expressed disappointment, noting that his father, King Charles, is also Canada’s head of state, along with 13 other Commonwealth realms.

Public reaction and Harry’s response

Some fans accused the Duke of failing to show loyalty to a Commonwealth nation’s team. According to People magazine, the controversy quickly spread across social media platforms.

“Well, firstly, I would like to apologise to Canada for wearing it,”

Prince Harry said in an interview with CTV News on November 6. He humorously added that he was “under duress” when he wore the Dodgers cap and noted there “wasn’t much choice,” since he had been invited to the team’s box or dugout by the owner himself.

Affection for Canada

Despite the lighthearted controversy, Harry highlighted his lasting affection for Canada, where he and Meghan previously lived for a time before stepping back from royal duties. His comments appeared to calm many Canadian fans who had taken issue with his baseball attire.

Author’s Summary: Prince Harry playfully apologised to Canada for wearing a Dodgers hat during a World Series match with the Blue Jays, clarifying it was a lighthearted mix-up rather than a political statement.

Mint — 2025-11-07