The video, which was released just days after Prince Harry returned from a trip to South Africa, shows the royal riding the waves like a pro. Despite the cool California weather, Prince Harry didn’t let the chill get him down, paddling out to catch some serious waves and even managing to stand up and balance on his board at one point.
Fans of the royal family were quick to take to social media to praise Prince Harry’s surfing skills, with many commenting that he looked just like a local. One user wrote, “Wow, he’s so talented – I had no idea he was a surfer!” while another added, “Go Prince Harry! He’s definitely got the skills.”
Of course, Prince Harry’s surfing adventure isn’t just about having fun – there’s also rumors swirling that he may have been using the time to clear his head. Sources close to the royal have revealed that he’s been under a lot of pressure lately, between his charity work and his role as a husband and father to two young children, Archie and Lilibet.
Fortunately, it seems like the surfing trip did the trick. Prince Harry looked relaxed and happy in the video, and insiders say that he was in high spirits the whole time he was in the water. “He was laughing and joking with everyone around him,” one source revealed. “He just seemed really at peace.”