The Duke of Sussex has reportedly revealed he hopes his wife gives birth to a baby girl

In the midst of a cycling race in the city, a well-wisher called out to the Duke: "Congratulations, I hope it's a girl"

And, according to the Daily Mirror newspaper, the Duke replied: "So do I!"

The Duke and Duchess are currently enjoying a royal tour of Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, and Tonga.

However, the Duchess - who was known as Meghan Markle prior to marrying her husband at St George's Chapel at Windsor Castle in May - has been forced to withdraw from some of her planned engagements due to tiredness.

Meanwhile, Thomas Markle - the Duchess' father - has revealed he was "filled with love, joy, and happiness" following the royals' baby announcement.

Thomas, 74, admitted he feels "proud" that he's set to become a grandfather.

The former lighting director - who previously claimed his daughter would be "nothing" without him - said: "I was sitting in line waiting to cross the border when I heard the baby announcement on the car radio. The first thing I thought about was holding Meghan in my arms as a newborn 37 years ago.

"I thought, 'My baby is having a baby.' It was a very proud moment. I was filled with love, joy and happiness for both my beautiful daughter and my son-in-law. A new baby is a blessing and I look forward to seeing a little Meghan or a little Harry."