Prince Harry and Meghan Markle arrive in Sydney for a high-profile rugby appearance, as scrutiny intensifies around their Australia trip. Reports suggest the couple deliberately avoided walkabouts due to security concerns, while sources offer sharply divided views on the success of the visit. Attention now turns to Meghan’s “Her Best Life” wellness retreat, with ticket prices and promises of exclusivity drawing criticism from commentators. British and Australian media question the purpose and optics of the tour, with some suggesting the couple appear disconnected from both royal duties and their new commercial direction. As the Sussexes describe the trip as a success, reaction beyond their inner circle remains mixed.

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