Zara and Mike Tindall put on an affectionate display at the Magic Millions event on Queensland’s Gold Coast this morning.
The King’s niece, 43, who serves as an ambassador for the prestigious equestrian event, joined her husband for the Magic Millions Barrier Draw.
The Tindalls were joined at the event by Prince Harry’s close friend Nacho Figueras and his wife Delfina Blaquier.
The Argentine polo player participated in two polo games during the Magic Millions festivities.
Zara Tindall teams up with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s friends in Australia
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Figueras, whose friendship with Prince Harry dates back to 2007, has recently appeared in the royal’s Netflix series about polo.
Zara appeared in high spirits during a photocall with Figueras, with the pair joining Magic Millions co-founder Gerry Harvey for the Barrier Draw.
Figueras has become one of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s most vocal supporters in recent years, regularly praising the couple in interviews.
The polo player and his wife have maintained strong ties with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex since their departure from royal duties.
The Tindalls, who have been regular attendees at Magic Millions since 2013, appeared in high spirits at the Queensland gathering.
Zara, who previously expressed her fondness for escaping the UK’s “bleak January” weather for Australia’s summer, participated in the event’s racing activities.
The pair’s connection to Australia holds special significance, as they first met in a Sydney bar when Mike was there during the 2003 World Cup, having been introduced by Prince Harry.
Dressed in white leggings, a white baseball cap and a red Magic Millions polo jersey, Zara took part in the day’s Barrier Draw proceedings.
Mike Tindall, sporting a floral blue shirt and beige shorts, showed his support by interviewing his wife for the event.
In an interview shared on the Magic Millions Instagram, Mike claimed there was “only one winner” in his eyes.
The Magic Millions Racing Women Achievement Awards, which Zara helps judge as one of five panel members, celebrates outstanding achievements by women in the thoroughbred industry.
The awards were presented to winners at a special dinner, highlighting the event’s commitment to recognising female success in the racing world.
Zara’s involvement with Magic Millions dates back to 2012, when she was appointed as the first Magic Millions Racing Women Ambassador. The appointment followed her Olympic silver medal win in London that same year.
The event has since become a regular fixture in her calendar, with Zara travelling annually to Surfers Paradise in Queensland for the Gold Coast Yearling Sale.
The 10-day equestrian carnival features seven days of auctions, culminating in a major race meeting. All competing horses must have been purchased at previous Magic Millions auctions.
Brand experts have indicated that Zara could be earning “millions” from her ambassador role.
The Tindalls, who fund their lifestyle through various brand deals rather than the Sovereign Grant, have been spotted enjoying luxury boutiques and wine tours during previous Australian visits.
