Duke of Sussex Makes Surprising Admission About Invictus Games' Future
Prince Harry has made a startling revelation about the future of the Invictus Games, admitting that he hopes the competition will one day no longer be necessary.
In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE at the Invictus Games Vancouver Whistler 2025, the Duke of Sussex shared his thoughts on the legacy of the event he founded in 2014 as a working royal to support wounded service members and veterans.
"I wish that we could close this down because there wasn’t a need for it, but as long as there’s a need for it, we will keep it going," Harry admitted, underscoring the ongoing importance of the games.
Looking ahead to the next edition in Birmingham in 2027, he expressed excitement about bringing the event back to where it all began.
"I know the UK is looking forward to having the Games back, to where it started, in just over a couple of years," he said.
Reflecting on the 10-year milestone of the Invictus Games, Harry added:
"It’s amazing how after 10 years we’re still doing this, that we still need to do this. We will continue the Games for as long as it's needed, and the need is increasing rather than reducing."
The Duke also confirmed his plans to return to the UK to mark the occasion in 2027, stating:
"The fact that there will be a full cycle back in 2027, back to the UK, is a place that I never thought we would be."
Harry’s comments highlight his unwavering commitment to the Invictus Games and his belief in the power of sport to support the recovery and rehabilitation of veterans worldwide.
