Prince Harry says he only wore a Dodgers cap at the World Series “under duress,” apologising to Canada and joking that a bald man under stadium floodlights will accept any hat — before switching allegiance to the Toronto Blue Jays.
Prince Harry has apologised to Canada after sparking mild controversy by wearing a Los Angeles Dodgers cap while attending a World Series game against the Toronto Blue Jays. The Duke of Sussex explained that he wore the bright blue Dodgers hat “under duress” after being invited by the team’s owner to Game Four of the championship in Los Angeles. His choice of headgear did not go down well in Canada, a Commonwealth nation where many felt he should have supported the country’s only Major League Baseball team. The reaction led Harry to clarify his intentions during a light-hearted interview with Canadian television, insisting his decision was merely an act of politeness, not disloyalty.
Speaking to CTV while in Canada for Remembrance events, the prince said, “Firstly, I would like to apologise to Canada for wearing it. Secondly, I was under duress. There wasn’t much choice.” Wearing a Toronto Blue Jays hat during the interview, he added humorously, “When you’re missing a lot of hair on top, and you’re sitting under floodlights, you’ll take any hat that’s available.” Since then, he has pledged to support the Blue Jays and was seen cheering for them in later games. Meghan Markle, who is originally from Los Angeles, shared a short video on social media of Harry wearing his new Blue Jays cap, though the Dodgers ultimately won the series in Game Seven.
While visiting Toronto, Harry was presented with a Blue Jays cap by Canadian veterans at Sunnybrook Hospital. The prince also reflected on his affection for Britain in a recently published essay titled “What it Means to Be British,” highlighting his fondness for pub banter, sporting camaraderie, and self-deprecating humour. The couple’s appearance at Dodger Stadium also attracted attention in the United States, with some fans frustrated that they were seated in front of American sports icons during the 18-inning thriller.
