Netflix’s latest venture, “Polo,” aimed to provide a glamorous glimpse into the high-octane world of polo, particularly during the U.S. Open Polo Championship in Wellington, Florida.

With Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at the helm as executive producers, expectations were high for a project that would shine brightly on the sport.

However, rather than receiving accolades, the series has been met with a wave of criticism and ridicule, leaving the Sussexes in an uncomfortable spotlight.

Set to launch globally on December 10, “Polo” was designed to capture the thrill and intensity that comes with the sport.

Yet, when the trailer made its debut, it triggered a torrent of negative responses.

Viewers watched as players like Natural Figueras delivered lines about the adrenaline rush of galloping at 35 mph while dodging another rider.

Instead of excitement, many found themselves cringing at what they perceived as an overly dramatized and poorly executed showcase.

One comment that stood out in the sea of reactions described polo as a “sy sport” featuring “dirty sweaty boys riding.”

While this attempt to add flair fell flat, it perfectly encapsulated the general sentiment of viewers who were less than impressed.

One user succinctly responded with a “hard pass,” reflecting the widespread disappointment.

The harshest critiques landed squarely on Prince Harry himself, with whispers from insiders suggesting his acting chops were so lacking that a significant portion of his scenes ended up on the cutting room floor.

For those familiar with his previous performances, such as his awkward juggling cameo in Meghan’s birthday video, it seems his skills haven’t improved.

One critic even claimed, “Think anyone could be worse at acting than Meghan?

Harry proved me wrong.”

The backlash didn’t stop there.

Critics drew comparisons between Harry’s performance and Nazari’s infamous Jelly Roll commercial, which has become a punchline for his lack of charisma on screen.

One social media user humorously noted, “If his acting is anything like the Jelly Roll ad, no wonder it was cut.”

Within the polo community, reactions have ranged from bemusement to outright disdain.

One source labeled the trailer as “hilarious,” but not in a complimentary way, while others characterized it as tacky and cringe-inducing.

Ironically, a series meant to elevate the image of polo has instead leaned heavily into stereotypes of wealth and privilege, raising eyebrows among those who know the sport is becoming more inclusive.

In a twist of irony, the very project intended to bridge the gap between royals and the public has seemingly reinforced existing perceptions of elitism.

As one insider quipped, “So much for bridging the divide between the royals and the rest of us.”

Of course, no Sussex-related endeavor is complete without Meghan Markle’s name surfacing.

Speculation has arisen that her role in “Polo” may have been significantly reduced, with some sarcastically suggesting she would find a way to steal the spotlight, reminiscent of her character in “Pretty Woman.”

Others pondered whether her scenes were cut due to her well-known affinity for being in front of the camera.

The question remains: how much of the backlash is genuinely about the series and how much stems from the public’s weariness with the Sussexes?

One frustrated viewer encapsulated this sentiment by stating, “Every day they hog the headlines so they can read about themselves.”

Many viewers dismissed the project as “cheap reality rubbish” that fails to resonate.

What was meant to be a polished exploration of polo has devolved into a spectacle ripe for mockery.