Prince Harry's Pony Is Too Much to Handle as Royal Family Member Falls Twice During Charity Polo Match

Prince William’s brother steps out onto the field for a wild ride

By Mike Vulpo Nov 28, 2015 9:46 PMTags
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Never underestimate the power of a pony.

Prince Harry thought he was going to enjoy his Saturday by playing in a painless charity polo match.  But in between scoring goals and supporting causes near and dear to his heart, the 31-year-old suffered two unexpected tumbles.

While competing in Cape Town, South Africa, the fifth in line to the throne was photographed falling to the grass as he played alongside some of England's professional players.

Despite a little stain on his white polo uniform, Prince Harry was able to get back up and hop back on his pony. And while he managed to fall off a second time, the 31-year-old was still able to carry on and help raise just under $1 million for children suffering from HIV and AIDs in Africa.

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Prince Harry's latest match comes as the royal family member continues to travel abroad to raise awareness for charities in need.

While those in the states were celebrating Thanksgiving, Prince Harry attended the opening of Sentebale's center for children and families in Lesotho.

"During his tour of the new @sentebale Mamohato Children's Centre today, Prince Harry got a taste of the fun workshops designed for the kids taking part in the network clubs and camps #LesothosChildren," the palace wrote on their official Instagram page.

The palace added, "Prince Seeiso and HRH take part in a photography workshop at the @sentebale Mamohato Children's Centre. The children participating in the network clubs and camps get to take home a polaroid as a momento #LesothosChildren."

What could be the highlight of the trip was when Prince Harry was able to reunite with Matsu Potsane. Back in 2004, the then four-year-old made quite the impression resulting in both Harry and Prince Seeiso determined to start a charity.

Fast-forward to today and Potsane is growing up and staying in touch with his close royal friend. "The hope is that the new Mamohato Children's centre will help many other #Lesotho children, like Mutsu," the palace wrote on social media with a hand-written note from the student.

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