Prince Harry Denies Sibling Rivalry Claims
The Duke of Sussex refuted allegations that he attempted to upstage Prince William by revealing his own visit to Canada simultaneously with William's tour in Brazil. A royal expert called the timing "predictable," but Harry's spokesperson dismissed any notion of rivalry between the brothers.
Explanation for Timing of Announcement
According to Harry's team, the timing was influenced by his lower security provisions compared to other senior royals. His spokesperson explained:
"He is not afforded the same level of security and protection as other working members of the Royal Family. It means therefore, that the period of time in which we can release details of events is much more truncated than it is for His Majesty the King or the Prince of Wales."
Context of the Visits
- Prince William arrived in Rio de Janeiro on Monday to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the Earthshot Prize, an environmental award.
- William's engagement took place at Sugarloaf Mountain.
- Meanwhile, Prince Harry's office in California announced his upcoming trip to Canada ahead of Remembrance Sunday.
The interaction was interpreted by some as a clash, though Harry's team insists it was a matter of logistical constraints rather than competition.
Author's summary: Prince Harry denies sibling rivalry allegations, explaining that his trip announcement timing reflects security restrictions, not a bid to overshadow Prince William's Earthshot Prize tour.