What’s Polo on Netflix about? Harry & Meghan Markle’s sport series from Duke & Duchess of Sussex’s Archwell Productions
HARRY and Meghan's are unleashing another Netflix series, this time about the world of polo.
The documentary Polo has been produced by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and is made by their production company Archwell. Here's when you can watch it and what it is about.
Over five episodes, the documentary Polo is about the lives of elite global players on and off the field.
It follows them as they compete in the high-stakes U.S. Open Polo Championship in Wellington, Florida.
Through fierce rivalries and intense training, viewers will get a glimpse into the dedication and skill required to compete at the sport’s highest level.
Netflix have said that the show focuses on key players from the polo scene and the challenges they face as they vie for the coveted title.
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Will Harry and Meghan appear in Polo?
Prince Harry and Meghan, are executive producers on Polo.
The Duke said in a statement: “This series offers audiences an unprecedented, behind-the-scenes look into the passion and determination driving some of the world’s elite polo players, revealing the grit behind the glamour."
“We’re proud to showcase the true depth and spirit of the sport — and the intensity of its high-stakes moments.”
Although they were heavily involved, the Duke and Duchess do not appear in the documentary.
The series has been produced by the Sussexes' Archewell Productions as part of their reported multimillion-pound deal with Netflix.
The couple have already released three series, Heart Of Invictus, Live To Lead and Harry & Meghan.
The cast of Polo
The full list of people appearing in the Polo documentary is yet to be revealed.
But the athletes who appeared in the trailer include:
Adolfo and Poroto Cambiaso
Viewers will watch father and son Adolfo and Poroto Cambiaso open about the pressure the sport has on their home life.
Poroto speaks in the trailer of how intense it is to go head-to-head with his own dad, a legend in the sport.
"I want to win against my dad, I can say that I beat he greatest of the sport," he said.
His father Adolfo replied: "I am very proud of my son but I try to beat him."
Timmy Dutta
Polo viewers will meet young prodigy, Timmy Dutta.
In the trailer he hints at the challenge of balancing his social life with the dedication required for success.
"I think it's healthy to have somewhat of a personal life outside of being an athlete," said Timmy.
It's also revealed that his dad, Tim, is his team owner and coach.
Nacho Figueras.
Nacho Figueras is a close friend of Harry and a famous polo player.
Speaking in the trailer, he said: "Imagine going on a horse at 35mph with someone coming at you at full speed.
"Polo is not just a sport, polo is a lifestyle. We eat, we breathe, we sleep polo.
How to watch Polo
Polo is a five-part documentary that will drop on Netflix on December 10, 2024.
Fans will be able to stream all of episodes on the streaming platform at once.
It's not yet been confirmed if the docuseries will be back for a second series.
Fans appear to be divided over the Polo trailer ahead of the show's release.
One penned: "Never thought I'd be excited to see a polo documentary."
"I've never had interest in polo until now, I'll try every effort to watch this," wrote another.
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"I'm so excited," shared a third.
But someone else added: "I made it though 40 seconds of the trailer and got bored. No thanks."
How Meghan and Harry are investing their Netflix millions
HARRY and Meghan have begun investing their Netflix millions in a property portfolio.
They have bought a new home in Portugal, around the corner from Harry’s cousin Princess Eugenie and her husband.
But the Sussexes, who have been spending an increasing amount of time apart, do not plan to live in their new pad, The Sun understands.
It is not known if the property will be rented out, used for Airbnb-style holiday lets or used purely to park money.
But it is seen as the first step of putting earnings from their TV and book deals into a global property empire.
“They’re being smart with their money,” a source said.
They pocketed £75million from streaming giant Netflix where they laid into fellow royals in a six-part series.
Meanwhile Harry, who got a £15million advance for his autobiography Spare, also inherited £8million from the late Queen Mother after turning 40 in September.
Palace insiders have been concerned about what will happen when the Sussexes run out of cash.
They have huge overheads, forking out a fortune on security in the US and for when Harry visits the UK.
And they are still paying a mortgage on the £11million Montecito mansion they bought after quitting as working royals in 2020.
Insiders say the Portugal home will be part of a financial portfolio which will include more real estate.