Zara and Mike Tindall seen alongside Harry and Meghan's close friends in Australia

Svar Nanan-Sen

By Svar Nanan-Sen


Published: 13/01/2026

- 12:56

Zara and Mike have avoided public comment on Harry's estrangement from the Royal Family

Zara and Mike Tindall were photographed enjoying the company of polo star Nacho Figueras and his wife Delfina Blaquier at the Magic Millions barrier draw on Australia's Gold Coast on Tuesday.

The 44-year-old royal, who sits 22nd in the line of succession, appeared in high spirits as she strolled alongside Delfina, 45, at the prestigious equestrian event.


Mike, 47, was captured in a warm embrace with Delfina during breaks in proceedings, while Nacho spent time with his daughter Aurora, who has built a following as an influencer.

The encounter follows the two couples being observed engaged in lengthy conversation at the same gathering on Saturday.

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Zara and Mike Tindall were photographed enjoying the company of polo star Nacho Figueras and his wife Delfina Blaquier at the Magic Millions barrier draw on Australia's Gold Coast on Tuesday.

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Figueras has maintained a close bond with Prince Harry stretching back to 2007.

The two men have competed both as teammates and opponents in charity polo fixtures over more than a decade.

Their friendship was highlighted when Nacho appeared among a select group of close associates in the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's 2022 Netflix documentary.

He shared an intimate memory of Harry announcing his new romance: "He looked at us and said: 'Guys, I met a girl, we've just met but I think this might be the one.'"

Delfina recently featured on Meghan's Netflix cooking programme With Love, Meghan, joining the Duchess to prepare homemade focaccia.

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Figueras has maintained a close bond with Prince Harry stretching back to 2007.

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Despite their strong ties to the Sussexes, Nacho and Delfina reportedly enjoy a friendly relationship with the Tindalls.

Zara and Mike have avoided public comment on Harry's estrangement from the Royal Family, though their own relationship with the Sussexes appears to have cooled.

Princess Eugenie is understood to be the sole royal cousin who has stayed close to Harry, while the Tindalls are believed to maintain warmer relations with William and Kate.

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The Tindalls are serving as ambassadors for the Magic Millions event for the third consecutive year, continuing their deep connection with Australia.

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The last public interaction between the Tindalls and Sussexes occurred at the Queen's Platinum Jubilee thanksgiving service at St Paul's Cathedral in June 2022.

The Tindalls are serving as ambassadors for the Magic Millions event for the third consecutive year, continuing their deep connection with Australia.

The couple's history with the country dates back over two decades, having first met in Sydney during the 2003 Rugby World Cup.