Prince Harry severs ties with rugby

Prince Harry presents New Zealand captain Richie McCaw with the Webb Ellis Trophy after the All Blacks' victory over Australia in the 2015 Rugby World Cup final at Twickenham. Picture: Mike Egerton/PA Wire

The announcements come after Harry and wife Meghan confirmed they will not be returning as working members of the royal family.

Harry, a passionate rugby fan, has acted as an RFU patron since 2016.

“We would like to thank Prince Harry for his time and commitment to the Rugby Football Union both in his position as patron and vice patron,” an RFU statement read.

“The RFU has greatly valued his contribution to promoting and supporting the game.

“We look forward to welcoming the Duke and Duchess of Sussex back to Twickenham at some point in the future.”

Harry became a patron of the RFL in 2017 and conducted the draw for the 2021 World Cup in the 13-man code.

The RFL tweeted: “The Rugby Football League thanks the Duke of Sussex for his time, care and commitment in supporting rugby league at all levels.”

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