The Duke and Duchess of Sussex brought a lively spirit to the opening ceremony of the Invictus Games held in Vancouver, Canada. Prince Harry, addressing attendees at the event, urged competitors to navigate through the “moment of difficulty and division” seen across the globe. The couple cheered enthusiastically from the stands as they showed their support for the UK team during the ceremony.
This year marks the seventh iteration of the Invictus Games, which Prince Harry founded in London in 2014. The competition, aimed at wounded military veterans, has expanded to include over 500 athletes competing in 11 different events, incorporating winter sports for the first time.
The star-studded ceremony also featured performances from popular artists including Katy Perry, Chris Martin of Coldplay, and Nelly Furtado. Prince Harry, a veteran himself, delivered an emotional address to a crowd of around 40,000, emphasizing unity amidst differences and honoring the resilience of veterans. He recognized the vital role competitors played in their recovery, stating, “Invictus didn’t save you. You saved yourself.”
Before the Games commenced, US President Donald Trump commented on the couple, suggesting he would not pursue deportation for Prince Harry amidst ongoing scrutiny regarding his visa status over past drug use mentioned in his memoir, "Spare." Trump dismissed concerns regarding Harry's immigration as he remarked, "I'll leave him alone," while also making unflattering remarks about Meghan.
Prince Harry’s commitment to the Invictus Games continues to inspire as the event grows, marked by a connection to the functionalities they provide in allowing veterans to embrace their strength and spirit. The couple's attendance reaffirms their dedication to the cause, further highlighted by the connection they share with this event since its inception.
This year marks the seventh iteration of the Invictus Games, which Prince Harry founded in London in 2014. The competition, aimed at wounded military veterans, has expanded to include over 500 athletes competing in 11 different events, incorporating winter sports for the first time.
The star-studded ceremony also featured performances from popular artists including Katy Perry, Chris Martin of Coldplay, and Nelly Furtado. Prince Harry, a veteran himself, delivered an emotional address to a crowd of around 40,000, emphasizing unity amidst differences and honoring the resilience of veterans. He recognized the vital role competitors played in their recovery, stating, “Invictus didn’t save you. You saved yourself.”
Before the Games commenced, US President Donald Trump commented on the couple, suggesting he would not pursue deportation for Prince Harry amidst ongoing scrutiny regarding his visa status over past drug use mentioned in his memoir, "Spare." Trump dismissed concerns regarding Harry's immigration as he remarked, "I'll leave him alone," while also making unflattering remarks about Meghan.
Prince Harry’s commitment to the Invictus Games continues to inspire as the event grows, marked by a connection to the functionalities they provide in allowing veterans to embrace their strength and spirit. The couple's attendance reaffirms their dedication to the cause, further highlighted by the connection they share with this event since its inception.
