Trevor McDonald Recalls Prince Philip's Driving

Sir Trevor McDonald shared a humorous account of his experience driving with the late Prince Philip at the Cheltenham Literature Festival, describing the Duke's driving as 'slightly mad.' While filming the 2008 documentary 'The Duke: A Portrait of Prince Philip,' McDonald recounted a personal tour of the Sandringham Estate where Philip's erratic driving left him 'shaking.' He noted the Duke's generosity during their time together, although the ride took a comical turn when they got stuck in a puddle of mud. McDonald also recalled a funny moment involving Queen Elizabeth II at ITN studios, where she was momentarily concerned about her clothes disappearing on a green screen. The anecdotes highlight the lighter side of royal interactions amidst more serious moments, such as Prince Philip's regrettable driving incident in 2019 that injured two women. McDonald was promoting his latest book, 'On Cricket,' during the festival.