Harry and Meghan's interview with Oprah was most-watched TV show in Ireland this year

Oprah Winfrey's interview with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, broadcast on RTÉ2 in Ireland on March 8, attracted more viewers than heavy hitters such as Ireland's international rugby matches, and the Euro 2020 soccer tournament. Picture: Harpo Productions

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s explosive interview with Oprah Winfrey was the most-watched TV show in Ireland so far this year.

New research has found that 799,671 people tuned into the interview that was broadcast here on March 8.