Peter Phillips and his girlfriend, Harriet Sperling, captured attention as they appeared together at the renowned Badminton Horse Trials in Gloucestershire. The couple looked distinctly loved-up, showcasing their growing relationship amidst the excitement of the event.
Clemence Michallon Harriet Sperling was a picture of sartorialism at the trials, wearing a sleek short-sleeved jumpsuit from British brand ME+EM. The ensemble was complete with a figure-hugging, colourful tie belt, matching frilled collar and chic flared trousers that really showed off the wearer’s fashion credentials. She accessorized the look with Aspinal of London’s petite-sized “Lottie” quilted bag. To round out the outfit, she opted for big white kicks and an over-the-shoulder embroidered bomber with a large flower print.
The parents-to-be spent time with their niece and nephew, the daughters of Peter Phillips. Their quiet yet raucous presence was a perfect fit for the convivial family vibe that the evening embodied. Present were Peter’s sister, Zara Tindall, with her husband, Mike Tindall, making a lovely raucous family reunion.
Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling have been in a relationship since 2024, after Phillips’ split from first wife Lindsay Steven. The former couple officially attributed their breakup last year to the long-distance nature of their four-year relationship. They found it hard to spend productive time together due to work and family obligations. A friend of Peter and Lindsay commented on their breakup, stating, “Peter and Lindsay made the difficult decision to separate as they were spending less time together with work and family commitments.”
Since their romance blossomed, Phillips and Sperling have been seen together at a host of West Coast events. Last summer, they both visited Wimbledon, where their playful banter earned the pair notoriety for flirting with one another. And they certainly made their presence felt at the Bahrain Grand Prix. During their visit, they rubbed shoulders with important people, such as Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice. It wasn’t until early 2024 that their first public photos together surfaced, signaling the start of their public relationship—on and off the field.
At this year’s Badminton Horse Trials, widely missed by commentators, was the sight of Peter Phillips and girlfriend Harriet Sperling holding hands. Their P.D.A. not only cemented their newly blooming romance, but gave it widespread media attention.
